Drumsticks

Reuben — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 04:51:59 +0000

Let’s talk about drumsticks. I think every drummer owes it to themselves to try as many sizes as possible by different makers before deciding on any one size or brand. I’ve noticed over the years many drummers settle on one stick and size for whatever reason, and in my opinion you’re not getting the most out of yourself. There have been sizes I never tried because I labeled myself such and such style drummer so I need to use this size and it has to be a small stick for jazz and a big one for rock. Has anybody seen the teeny weeny sticks Mike Portnoy uses? Or how about the late great Tony Williams? He was using bats!! These two musicians exemplify greatness, and over the years it seems to me greatness is achieved by just being you. I feel that will let out your artistry and allow you to create beyond what you thought possible. I dunno, maybe this is all silly, but it never hurts to take a different route every once in a while. Plus, any reason to go to the drum shop is a great one in my opinion!

Reuben Lujan - Professional Drummer

Drumsticks