YouTube videos and playing along to songs will only get you so far. First you should learn some basic rhythm theory; get comfortable with note values, subdivisions, rests, and some basic drum notation. This will allow you to learn from books and other written material. read more
There are many different ways you can teach yourself the drums. Playing with a band is a phenomenal way to improve your listening skills and musicality Listening to music and emulating what the drummer or drums are doing is my favorite method. read more
With your drum set assembled and beckoning you, go ahead and give in to temptation. Pop in a CD and dive right in, playing along to the beats you know well. You might laugh at your efforts to sound like a seasoned drummer on your very first attempt to teach yourself drums, but there’s nothing wrong with that. read more