Jazz drumming is historically a tradition passed down from the masters who have helped to shape the craft. Drawing from the right books is a great way to tap into this vast knowledge.

Here are 10 essential books for jazz drummers by legends like Jim Riley, Jim Chapin, Mark Guiliana, Ed Thigpen and others, that will help to hone your technique, brush skills, increase your playing vocabulary, and ultimately grow your creativity.

All gigging drummers learn from experience that there are certain accessories that you should never head to a gig or rehearsal without. Here are 12 items that you should just leave in your cases so they’re always on hand to save the day.

Playing drums with brushes needs a different set of techniques compare to sticks. But the results can be beautiful and add an essential sound to your palate. In this guide we take a look at the best books for learning brush technique in jazz and other styles.

Learning to drum is as much about inspiration as it is about working on technique. In this article we share our list of books: biographies and autobiographies on drummers, some of the best, most influential and downright interesting to grace the drum kit.

Improving your drum stick grip is essential for better control and precision in your drumming and reducing the risk of a badly timed stick drop in the middle of a performance. In this article we look at ten products designed to enhance your drumstick grip and improve your performance.