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Frankie Dunlop’s 52K Drum Lessons

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: As of this morning, YouTube analytics tells me Frankie Dunlop’s fast/slow drum lesson video has been viewed almost 52,000 times. It has 982 “Likes” and zero “Dislikes.” Also, historian Robin Kelley shared Frankie’s story in his book, “Thelonious … Continue reading →

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Drums Like a River

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: If you have recently spent time on social media you have likely seen one of many dance videos, such as the video included here from choreographer Moga Almeri. What struck me most, the very first time I saw … Continue reading →

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Appreciating Neil Peart’s Writer Discipline

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From Neil Peart’s letter to me from Toronto on October 31, 1985. As much as I appreciated our drum discussions, I have very fond memories of the thoughts Neil and I shared about writing. The older I get, … Continue reading →

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Human Expression vs Human Perfection

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I was in my home office, Yo-Yo Ma was on tv, The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. I wasn’t familiar with Ma or his music. But after a few seconds of only half-listening to the sound he produced … Continue reading →

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Stories Drummers Might Like?

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Modern Drummer Publication’s CEO recently announced a renewal of the enterprise. Meanwhile, a DrumForum.org member started a thread wondering what kind of articles actual and potential MD readers want to read. I wonder how many MD readers are … Continue reading →

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