Thinking about teaching yourself drums? With so many online lessons and tutorials, it’s easier than ever to start learning on your own. But at some point, every drummer wonders , do I need a drum teacher to really improve? In this post, we’ll explore the pros and cons of self-teaching, what a drum teacher actually does, and how to know when it’s time to get expert guidance.

Counting is the the most important skill in drumming because it acts like your internal GPS for the music. It turns the confusing noise of learning to hit drums into a clear, predictable pattern of numbers. This stops from guessing, rushing, or slowing down.