There’s a strange thing that happens when we remove notes from a rhythm:It gets harder to play.And harder often means more interesting. When we strip away sound, we reveal the structure underneath.The pauses get louder.The groove gets sharper. If you’re stuck in your...
There’s this old line:"Those who can, do. Those who can’t, teach." It’s nonsense, of course.But still, it clings. Especially when you’re in transition—no longer chasing the stage, but still carrying the skill. I’ve felt it myself.The doubt.The sense that stepping into...
The thing about having a dream, or even just setting a big goal, is that it can stop you in your tracks. You freeze. I'll show you how practice is the key. “I don’t know if I could ever do that!” “That just seems unrealistic. How am I ever going to start?” A voice...
I've been fascinated by the Tao Te Ching for many years. I found great solace in how it speaks to the simplicity of living in harmony with the universe. Over time, I've felt a deep connection between its teachings and the world of rhythm, particularly in drumming. As...
When your son tells you that your house is falling down you pay attention. In actual case it was just some cracks appearing in the wall. It's because we have a newly built apartment and after a little settling in cracks can appear in the plaster and paint. For DIY'ers...
One of the most repeated pieces of advice I give to people is, "You're not broken." I say this so many times. And I believe that it's true. It's sort of the opposite to therapy. In that case you look at the damage caused from your past and relive it or express it to...