Category: How to Play
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There Is Always A Workaround-Keep Things Simple
If you’ve ever faced a serious injury that kept you from playing the drums or doing something else you love, […] Read More »
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I’m Back! classes in florida
Florida Hand Drumming: November Through January! I’m excited to share that I’ll be in South Florida from mid-November to mid-January, […] Read More »
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To be an effective leader you must first be a good student
To be an effective leader and teacher, you first need to be a good follower, or student. Or at least […] Read More »
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The Four Agreements And Drumming
Here’s something I rewrote based on the book entitled “The Four Agreements” and its philosophy, and applied then it to […] Read More »
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Need a Break?
Today, a friend mentioned that he’s taking a break from drumming. Instead of probing for reasons or trying to convince […] Read More »
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Traditional Drumming is happening again in South Florida!
Exciting news! Traditional-style drum jams featuring djembe sessions and conga sessions, led by Michael Pluznick, are returning to Loxahatchee at […] Read More »
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About the bongo
Over the years, many people have reached out to me seeking to learn how to play bongo drums. However, most […] Read More »
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Michael Pluznick’s free online lessons are happening daily on facebook and instagram
For the past five months, I’ve been offering free daily classes in djembe, dunun, shekere, and other percussion instruments. I’ve […] Read More »
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How To Play Drums As We Age
How To Play Djembe and Hand Drums As We Get Older. As we age our body does not react the […] Read More »
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Learning to Play Drums is More Then Patterns
If you want to learn more then just rhythms and patterns and really want to know how to drum on […] Read More »
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How to play stronger and faster
Recently several people have asked me about lifting or using a weight training exercise regimen to improve their speed when […] Read More »
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How To Play A Conga Solo By Yourself With A Band
A conga student asked me recently, “how do I take a solo when I am playing with a band and the band stops, and I am left by myself? No one else is playing, it is just me”? This is a great question and here is how I do it. Read More »