My goal is to help drummers and musicians become more well rounded humans through their instrument. My opinion is that we must take a holistic approach and address our physical, mental, and spiritual wellness in order to maximize our potential as humans, and as a result, become a "better" musician.
9 Drumming Tips "the New Science of Expertise"! This podcast was originally a youtube video - watch it HERE 0:00 Intro 0:55 Key Takeaway #1 - Set Clear & Specific Goals 2:15 Key Takeaway #2 - Embrace Deliberate Practice 6:10 Key Takeaway #3 - Seek Feedback & Learn From The Best 7:15 Key Takeaway #4 - Develop A Consistent Practice Routine 8:03 Key Takeaway #5 - Reframe & Embrace Failure 9:56 Key Takeaway #6 - Practice With Intense Focus & Concentration 11:19 Key Takeaway #7 - Visualize Success 12:22 Key Takeaway #8 - Incorporate Variation Into Your Practice 13:37 Key Takeaway #9 - Enjoy The Process Today I share 9 Key Takeaways from the book "Peak: Secrets From The New Science of Expertise" and apply them to becoming a better drummer without wasting time.
No Sticks? No Problem. Here's how to practice anywhere, anytime. Today I explain how to practice drums without a drum set or a pad. 0:00 Intro 1:18 - Step 1 2:55 - Step 2 3:31 - Step 3 4:10 - Step 4 (The Secret Sauce) 4:55 - The Importance of A Strong Brain Signal 6:09 - Referencing Scientific Studies
Are you tired of feeling nervous and unsure whenever you sit behind the drums to play a show? From mental preparation to physical technique, this video will show you how to approach the drums with a bold, confident mindset that will enable you to play your best. Whether you're playing in front of a packed stadium or a small club, these tips will help you build confidence, reduce nerves, and deliver a performance that lives up to your full potential. Get ready to learn how to drum with confidence and overcome stage fright! 0:00 - Intro 0:43 - Take Practice Seriously (Not Your Playing) 2:15 - Stop Trying to Impress Anyone 3:16 - Have Good Posture 4:26 - Say More With Less 5:11 - Be Willing to Fail 5:40 - There's Not a Spotlight On You 6:18 - Reframe Nervousness As Excitement 7:07 - Challenge Your Inner Critic 7:43 - Gather Evidence Showing You're a Good Drummer
Yo! If you're tired of not knowing what to practice on the drums and wasting time in the practice room, this is for you! Today I want to share a drum lesson and practice room concept that will help you improve at playing drums, even if you don't have a teacher. If I had to put a label on it, I'd say this is more of an intermediate drum lesson, but beginner drummers are welcome to learn from this, too! These drumming concepts in the practice room will help accelerate your progress without wasting time wondering what you should practice or practicing drums inefficiently. This drumming system helped me get better faster, and I'm excited to share it with my fellow drummers. 0:00 Intro 0:42 How Long Should You Practice? 1:56 Skill Acquisition Feedback Loop 2:49 Types of Feedback 4:58 Recording Yourself 6:39 Having Clear Drum Goals 7:06 The Importance of Evaluating Your Drumming 12:14 Analyzing Strengths & Weaknesses 13:05 How To Give Yourself Objective Feedback 16:12 Prioritize What To Practice 17:03 How Much Should You Focus on at a Time 18:35 Growth Mindset
For my drummer friends looking to improve your hand speed and investigate some aspects of hand technique... this is for you! Whether you're a beginner or intermediate drummer or maybe you've been playing for a long time, I hope this podcast gives you some things to think about when going down the rabbit hole of hand speed and drumming technique. I also give some thoughts on finger vs wrist technique and general hand technique for drums. Last week I went on vacation to Mexico with my beautiful wife, and while I was there, all I brought were sticks and a drum pad. I took advantage of the time away from a drum set to focus on my hands. I rediscovered, in my opinion, the fastest way to develop your single stroke roll. Download my free ebook - The Fit Drummer: Achieve Optimal Performance Through Exercise and Awareness https://inthegroove.gumroad.com/l/xxomr Sign up to the In The Groove newsletter: https://www.groovidrums.com/registration Full Dennis Chambers video: https://youtu.be/74THQPw01bY Follow me on social media: Instagram: Austinkoz_ Twitter: _InTheGroove Youtube: InTheGroove
Drummers, Are you looking for ways to get more out of your practice, increase your creativity, boost your confidence, strengthen your mind-body connection, and elevate your energy levels all at the same time? You've come to the right place. My goal is to help you experience a transformation in your body and mind that improves your: Confidence Creativity Mood Focus Authenticity Physical Health Mental Health Connection to Yourself Drumming …in as soon as one month. That's not an exaggeration. If you commit to a lifestyle that incorporates the movements and stretches provided in this ebook, you will notice a positive transformation. In addition, you'll learn about the connection between your internal body sensations and your mind (interoception), how it impacts your drumming ability, and how exercise improves your mind-body connection. This ebook provides a monthly customizable workout plan for any fitness level with over 100 bodyweight exercises, kettlebell exercises, and stretches to choose from based on your experience level. Get the ebook HERE Follow me on Instagram ! Check out my Youtube Channel Sources of claims made in the podcast: van de Ven, J. (2020). The Benefits of Movement for Musicians. The International Journal of Sport and Exercise Science, 4(2), 28-37. Koo, E. (2020). The Impact of Movement on Creativity for Musicians. Psychology & Psychotherapy: Theory, Research and Practice, 93(3), 321-327. Kim, S., & Park, S. (2020). The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Creative Thinking in Musicians. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(7), 2350. Fors, S., & Holm, N. (2020). The Eects of Physical Activity on the Creative Process of Professional Musicians. Journal of Music Therapy, 57(3), 270-288. Brown, S., & Sauer, S. (2020). The Benefits of Physical Activity for Musicians. Music Education Research, 22(4), 567-578. Tour Dates: 2/3 CHICAGO, IL @ MOM'S PLACE 2/4 PEORIA, IL @ KENNY'S WESTSIDE 2/9 JACKSON, MS @ MARTIN'S DOWNTOWN 2/10 NEW ORLEANS, LA @ LE BON TEMPS ROULE 2/11 GULF SHORES, AL @ BIG BEACH BREWING CO. 2/12 TBA 2/16 MOBILE, AL @ THE BRICKYARD 2/17 HATTIESBURG, MS @ GLORY BOUND 2/18 MOBILE, AL @ MYSTICS OF TIME MARDI GRAS BALL 2/20 MOBILE, AL @ INFANT MYSTICS PRE-PARADE PARTY 2/21 ORANGE BEACH, AL @ OSO AT BEAR POINT 2/23 TBA 2/24 LOUISVILLE, KY @ MELLWOOD TAVERN 2/25 CHICAGO IL @ MOM'S PLACE
Today I'm sharing 3 tips to make real progress and actually get better at playing drums in 2023. Are you feeling stuck and unable to make progress on your goals? It can be frustrating to feel like you're not improving as fast as you'd like, but there's hope! In this video, we're diving into three common issues that can keep drummers from reaching their full potential. Don't worry - I don't just point out the problems. I also share tips and strategies for overcoming these roadblocks and making the most of your practice time. Whether you're a beginner just starting out or an experienced player looking to take your skills to the next level, this video has something for you. So if you want to make sure you're on track to crush your drumming goals in 2023, be sure to listen until the end! 0:00 Intro 0:35 Reason Number 1 - No Clear Outcome 3:18 Benny Greb's "Effective Practicing For Musicians" 3:58 Reason Number 2 - You Think There's A Silver Bullet 6:15 Reason Number 3 - You're Unrealistic and Undisciplined 8:25 A Note on The Importance of Sleep 9:48 Recap Stay in Touch! Follow me on Instagram: @austinkoz_ Follow me on Twitter: @_InTheGroove Benny's Book: https://bennygrebshop.bigcartel.com/product/epm-paperback
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Best Coffee in the World: https://amzn.to/3sRR84r Related Protein Powder: https://amzn.to/3Hsjs1w My favorite drum books - written by my teacher Pete Magadini Polyrhythms The Musician's Guide: https://amzn.to/3sPDQ8T Polyrhythms For the Drumset: https://amzn.to/31miqF2 Follow me on Instagram: @AustinKoz_ "Finding Your Groove" - podcast with my wife Marissa COMING SOON! You can always reach out directly at groovi.drummer@gmail.com
Share any insights from 2021 in the comments below and any goals you have for 2022! Mic Stand: https://amzn.to/3FLo3eP Best Coffee in the World: https://amzn.to/3sRR84r Related Protein Powder: https://amzn.to/3Hsjs1w My favorite drum books - written by my teacher Pete Magadini Polyrhythms The Musician's Guide: https://amzn.to/3sPDQ8T Polyrhythms For the Drumset: https://amzn.to/31miqF2 Follow me on Instagram: @AustinKoz_ "Finding Your Groove" - podcast with my wife Marissa COMING SOON! You can always reach out directly at groovi.drummer@gmail.com
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I hope you dig this episode. Please check out Ben's music and support him by donating and buying his album on Bandcamp! https://oldimusic.bandcamp.com/album/hits You can also follow him on Instagram: @_oldi As always, feel free to follow me on Instagram: @groovi_drums or reach out to me via email: groovi.drummer@gmail.com
I get a little introspective in this episode and try to dig into some ideas that really struck a chord with me after reading, "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl. Specifically, in regards to success and happiness, and how I might've lost sight of my real goals. Stay tuned for next week's episode with Ben Paulson aka @_oldi -- Feel free to follow me on Instagram @groovi_drums or reach out via email at groovi.drummer@gmail.com Check out my recent Youtube videos: "How to Play Drums More Like Richard Spaven: Transcription Breakdown" "Triplets: A Gateway to Metric Modulation" "Polyrhythms vs. Polymeters: An Introduction to REAL Polyrhythmic Theory"
As always, I'd love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions for Marissa regarding music therapy, or if you have any comments/questions in general to groovi.drummer@gmail.com Check out my latest YouTube video "Triplets: A Gateway To Metric Modulation" Follow us on Instagram @groovi_drums and @marelydiaa
If you're in a similar situation and COVID has restricted your income playing music, I feel for you. If it's something you'd like to share, please let me know and I'd love to share some of your stories on the podcast. Wishing you all nothing but the best! If you want to reach out feel free to email me at groovi.drummer@gmail.com Click HERE to check out the Hooke Lav Check out my latest YouTube video "Triplets: A Gateway to Metric Modulation" Follow me on Instagram @groovi_drums
Check out the new Hooke Lav HERE ! (The Kickstarter discount is 27% off, by the way) Just send proof of backing (a screenshot works) to me at groovi.drummer@gmail.com for Anthony to send a Hooke Audio care package with some extras to go along with the Lav. You can keep up to date with Hooke Audio on: Instagram Facebook YouTube I hope this conversation helps any of you who might also be wondering what sort of attitude/perspective it takes to start a company. Or what it takes to cultivate any sort of career situation where you are working for yourself. Enjoy!
If you're reading this - I just want to say a quick THANK YOU for listening. We just passed over 500+ downloads! I know, to some people that's not a significant number at all. But to me, it means a lot. Ok I'll get on with it. In this week's episode I announce the release of my newest YouTube video on Polyrhythms (having learned from Pete Magadini, this is one of the few topics of which I feel legitimate enough to make claims). You can check that out HERE. Oh, and it would mean a lot if you became a subscriber on YouTube. Only if you enjoy the videos, though! I then make an attempt to tie the concept of polyrhythms (tracking two related pulses simultaneously and changing between the two) to being able to understand multiple perspectives in our world view and personal lives. Because recently I've been seeing a gross excess of narrow-mindedness and lack of compassion, especially in the music community. We need to have conversations in good faith! We need more empathy and compassion, and to forgive people who are honest & good faith humans who might make a mistake, in the pursuit of a greater understanding. Anyways, I hope the attempt was successful and makes sense in a roundabout way. Besides that, you heard a clip of a new song composed by my roommate Tom Hannum, called "Dunkin" that you can check out at his Instagram HERE As always, if you want to reach out, I'd love to hear how you're handling life as either an established or aspiring drummer/musician. Email me at groovi.drummer@gmail.com or DM me via Instagram @groovi_drums Have a great week!
Brenan, along with his brother Kevin, have managed to rack up over 1 million streams on their hit song "Treasure Chest" which you can check out on all music platforms. Click HERE to follow Brenan on Instagram And HERE to follow The Corcoran Brothers Band on Instagram And as always, here if you'd like to follow me on Instagram Enjoy!
Follow me on Instagram @groovi_drums Check out my last YouTube video - How to Play Drums More Like Richard Spaven: Transcription Breakdown
What's up you Groovi humans? This week I wanted to talk about the newness in my life and how I've been adapting and dealing with all the changes that this world has brought us in the past few months. And how it definitely won't be the last time we have to deal with stressful situations caused by unsettling change. Besides that, you get to hear a little snippet of a new jam that I've been working on with my roommate and bass player, Thomas "Chops" Hannum. Check out the transcription and breakdown I did of Richard Spaven below! How To Play Drums More Like Richard Spaven: Transcription Breakdown
In this week's episode of In The Groove, I talk about how reading the book "Atomic Habits" has steadily changed the person I am today over the past 6-7 months. Forming habits, like anything else, takes work and discipline. But like anything hard, it's usually worth it in the end. I also share an update on (and play a snippet of) the Richard Spaven transcription I've been talking about for several episodes as well as a polyrhythmic idea I wanted to share. Instagram: @groovi_drums
In this week's episode of In The Groove, I had to do some last minute improvising to put out a mini-episode to fill in for what was originally supposed to be a conversation with CEO and owner of Hooke Audio. So instead, I pulled two great quotes from Anthony and reflected on them for a few minutes. I hope you find them as valuable as I did and get you excited for the full conversation.
We made it to episode 10! I know it's not much, but I enjoy celebrating small milestones. In today's episode I spend some time to zoom out and look at the big picture. I ask myself why? Why practice my fundamentals? Why do I even want to get better at drums? Do I really HAVE to be a drummer? (Spoiler alert: no) Thanks for listening. Follow me on Instagram! @groovi_drums
In this week's episode of In The Groove, I begin the episode with a brief disclaimer in regards to what's going on in the world and still deciding to put out a podcast. Some things I talk about this week are my change in daily schedule, a little bit about diet, and finally, the importance of gratitude in daily life. Follow me on Instagram @groovi_drums to keep updated with my drumming endeavors!
A brief response to the grief, rage, confusion, and sadness that is spreading throughout the world. RIP George Floyd.
This week I had the opportunity to chat with an amazing human being and friend of mine, Ms. Ellen Williams. She's an artist, designer, former comedian, and all around great person. We explore some topics such as common lifestyle choices of creatives, the importance of having a creative outlet other than your "career-oriented" pursuit, being honest with yourself, and more. Check out her art on Instagram: @imellenwilliams Follow my drumming journey: @groovi_drums
On this week's episode of In The Groove, I explain why I didn't upload a podcast last week and briefly describe how I dealt with the unpleasant situation. The good news is that I turned one of the worst mental days of my life into something positive: a more focused vision with my drumming. And for next week, I can't wait to share the amazing conversation I had with visual artist Ellen Williams, the first guest to join In The Groove! To check out my drumming endeavors follow me on Instagram
In this week's episode I keep it brief. I discuss my shift in mindset from breadth to depth - going deeper with my current knowledge and skillset rather than trying to stretch myself too thin. Then I talk about an experience I had last week that reminded me that it's OK to be playful every once in a while even though you're serious about achieving greatness. The key is to find balance between playful/creative practice and regimented/critical practice. Instagram: @Groovi_Drums
In this week's episode of In The Groove I recap the Snoop Dogg transcription I finished last week, talk about what I'm practicing this week (some Richard Spaven), and then dive into the importance of defining your goals and values in order to create a roadmap to achieve them. I even get a little vulnerable and share my "personal manifesto" of values and how I want to live my life. To stay up to date on new episodes, drumming videos, and blog posts: Follow me on Instagram: @groovi_drums Visit my blog: groovidrums.com/blog
On this week's episode I share my thoughts regarding how we can reframe doubt and even welcome it, how I find and make the most out of inspiration whenever I can, and what I'm practicing lately. Doubt is something that can be anxiety-provoking and even threatening to our dreams/goals. But I hope this episode helps make it a little less scary and something that can eventually be met face-to-face. Have a great week. If you want to support what I'm up to, please hit the subscribe button and share with your friends or anyone who you think might benefit from this podcast. If you'd like to hear about a specific topic or really enjoyed something in the episode, let me know! To stay up to date on new episodes, drumming videos, and blog posts: Follow me on Instagram: @groovi_drums Visit my blog: groovidrums.com/blog
As some of you know, I’m a huge proponent of physical health and its effects on improving our overall wellness, and consequently, our musicianship. Last week I completed my 100th workout in a row, so I figured I'd talk about why I'm such an ambassador of fitness.
In this episode of In The Groove I recap some of the highlights from the past week. They include transcribing Adam Deitch, not drinking coffee for four days, and talking with strangers from Instagram! You can find a picture of the handwritten transcription in my most recent blog post "Being Open & Present". To stay up to date on new episodes, drumming videos, and blog posts: Follow me on Instagram: @groovi_drums Visit my blog: groovidrums.com/blog
Welcome to my first ever podcast: In The Groove Since this is the first episode, I spend a little time talking about why I even wanted to start a podcast. Then I share my thoughts about entering the "Actual Proof Challenge" drumming competition, comparison, and the importance of setting goals. My goal is to help drummers and musicians become more well rounded humans through their instrument. My opinion is that we must take a holistic approach and address our physical, mental, and spiritual wellness in order to maximize our potential as humans, and as a result, become a "better" musician. Have a great week. If you want to support what I'm up to, please hit the subscribe button, and share with your friends or anyone who you think might benefit from this podcast. If you'd like to hear about a specific topic or really enjoyed something about the episode, let me know in the comments! To stay up to date on new episodes, drumming videos, and blog posts: Follow me on Instagram: @groovi_drums Visit my blog: groovidrums.com/blog
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