Modern Drummer Magazine

Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers. Every month MD features entertaining interviews with the world’s most popular drummers from all styles of music; interviews that delve into playing techniques, equipment, and musical concepts. The publication also reports on industry trends and activities, plus new drum products, publications, and recordings, and industry events. A roster of over 35 educational departments, authored by leaders in the field, offers readers practical playing tips and advice on topics that encompass all phases of drumming.

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A Wealth of Options • Christian Morissette’s Rig is Ready for Any Style

Sean J. Kennedy Salutes Ray Deeley

Session Thoughts • From the MD Archives

Experiential Healing and Drumming

Drum Miking on the Cheap

Marco Minnemann • Composition Takes Center Stage

Evelyn Glennie • The Rhythm of Resonance and Feel

Terry Keating • Spreading the Gospel of Bonzo

Nandi Bushell • Pre-Teen Drumming Evangelist Spreads the Joy of Playing Across the Planet

YOYOKA • How An 11-Year-Old Drummed Her Way to International Stardom

Hearts, Minds, and Eyeballs • Three Drummers Reveal Their Paths to Social Stardom

Sandy Ficca • Igniting Firefall for 36 Years

Roland VAD306 Compact Electronic Drumset

Gruv Gear VELOC Drum Transport

Dream Cymbals Dark Matter Bliss and Vintage Bliss

The Modern Drummer Product Guide • 11 Snare Drums You Must Try

The Frankie Banali Collection

NEW GEAR

Syndrum, January 1978

Syncopated Fills

Six-Way Independence

Three-Against-Four Polyrhythm

Balancing Grunt Work and Creativity

Developing a Musical Concept

Double-Bass Eighth Notes with Foot Two

Bobby Morris • 1928 – 2021

Remembering Morris

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