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Why Beginners Fail Trinity Drum Exams (And How to Pass First Time)
Exams are stressful, no doubt about it, but most drummers don’t fail because the songs are “too hard.” They fail because of a handful of...

Rob Bishop
Aug 25, 20253 min read


10 Beginner Drummer Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
Starting out on the drums is one of the most exciting things you can do, but it’s also when most bad habits form. I get lots of students...

Rob Bishop
Aug 25, 20253 min read


The Billie Jean Drum Beat – Your Shortcut to Trinity Rock and Pop Grade 1
When most drummers think about their first big “lightbulb” groove, one song comes to mind: Billie Jean by Michael Jackson . It’s simple,...

Rob Bishop
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Drum Improvisation vs Practising Drums: How Both Make You a Better Musician
When you think about it, music is a language . Practising is like learning the grammar, repeating words, and building your vocabulary. It...

Rob Bishop
Aug 21, 20252 min read


How Competent Is a Drummer if They’ve Passed Trinity Rock & Pop Grade 8 Drums?
I get asked this question all the time when I get a new drum student: “If someone’s passed their Trinity Grade 8 drums, does that make...

Rob Bishop
Aug 21, 20252 min read
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