09/01/2026
“Beyond excited” doesn’t even begin to describe what I’m feeling right now. My book, So You Want to Be A Drummer, has been nominated for Best Educational Product in Modern Drummer Magazine’s 48th Annual Readers Poll!
➡️ Voting Link: www.moderndrummer.com/rp
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When notifying me of this awesome news, they said “For nearly five decades, the Readers Poll has been a celebration of the drummers who are shaping our community, our music, and the future of the instrument. Being nominated in the 48th year of this tradition is a major honor, and it’s a recognition of the impact you’re making as a drummer.” 🥹 Yes, I’m freaking out! I didn’t even know I was being considered. If you know about my history in the world of music education, then you know how epic this nomination is for me. Win or lose, it’s an honor to be recognized among so many amazing drummers. 😃
Described as “as close as a perfect beginning drum book as I have ever seen” by Modern Drummer Magazine in their January 2026 issue, So You Want To Be A Drummer features over 180 pages of beats, fills, combinations, and a user-friendly introduction to music theory. It also includes some of my favorite drum parts from bands I’ve toured with, as well as stories from my drumming career and photos from my private collection. As an added bonus, every lesson page features exclusive quotes, tips, and words of advice from the music industry’s top players.
Voting officially goes live today (September 1) and is open through September 30. Please vote for So You Want To Be A Drummer in the Educational Product category! 🙏
THANK YOU to everyone at Modern Drummer, and thank YOU for voting! 🤘
➡️ Voting Link: www.moderndrummer.com/rp
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