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Rob Mitzner  /  Tutorials & Transcriptions
20 Easy Drum Songs For Beginners
Here are 20 easy drum songs that a beginner drummer can play.

Rob Mitzner  /  Gear
How To Tune A Snare Drum (The Easy Way)
It's easier to tune a snare drum than you think. Here's a clear and simple walkthrough to get your snare sounding perfect.

Rob Mitzner  /  Drummers
Why Every Drummer Should Watch “Count Me In”
Netflix's drumming documentary "Count Me In" celebrates our love for rhythm and what draws us to this instrument in the first place.

Rob Mitzner  /  Drum Beats
13 Easy Drum Beats For Beginners
If you're a new drummer and don't know where to start, these easy drum beats will set you on the road to greatness!

Rob Mitzner  /  Practice Tips
How To Practice Drum Chops
What are drum chops? How can you develop chops? Here's a walkthrough of the basics!

Rob Mitzner  /  Song Tips
How To Read Drum Music (For Beginners)
Wondering how to read drum music? It'll open up more gigs and opportunities. Here's a guide to get you started.

Rob Mitzner  /  Gear
15 Drum Accessories You Can’t Live Without
These are 15 of the best drum accessories on the market today. How did you ever live without them?

Rob Mitzner  /  Gear
10+ Tips For Buying Used Drums
How do you know if you're getting a good deal on a used kit? Here's what you should ask the seller and what you should look for.

Rob Mitzner  /  Songs
9 Reasons Why Every Drummer Should Learn Jazz
Every drummer should learn to play jazz drums - even you rock and metal buffs. Here's why!

Rob Mitzner  /  Song Tips
9 Ways To Make Killer Drumming TikToks
Outsmart the algorithm and get people watching your drum videos on TikTok!

Rob Mitzner  /  Health
How Mental Practice Can Make You A Better Drummer
Did you know you can get better at drumming just by thinking about it? Air drummers are onto something.

Rob Mitzner  /  Gear
How To Record Drums (For Beginners)
Want to learn to record drums at home but don't know where to start? Click here for the basics.

Rob Mitzner  /  Gear
Pro Studio Tips, Part 4: How To Work With Engineers & Approach Edits And Punches
Do you know how to interact with engineers, producers and band members in the studio? What does it mean to "punch in"? Here's Part 4 of our Pro Studio Tips Series.

Rob Mitzner  /  Gear
Pro Studio Tips, Part 3: Live Vs. Studio, Playing Consistent Parts, & How to Create A Road Map
Learn the differences between live and studio playing, and the importance of playing consistent parts with good dynamics.

Rob Mitzner  /  Gear
Pro Studio Tips, Part 2: Getting The Perfect Headphone Mix & Working With A Click Track
In Part 2 of this Pro Studio Tips Series, we’ll discuss how to get the right mix in your headphones and the best way to approach working with a click track.

Rob Mitzner  /  Gear
Pro Studio Tips, Part 1: Gear Choices, Drum Tuning & Muffling
Learn how to choose the right gear, tune, and muffle so your drums sound great in any studio situation.

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