So, You Want to Play Drums?

  • The Right Teacher

    Thinking about playing drums or even playing drums better?

    Really? A Free Lesson?

    That's the deal. Your first 1/2 hour lesson is free. And Rick will come to you if you're within 1/2 hour's drive of Yardley, PA.

    Just take a lesson, try it out, and decide if you want to "get on the schedule".

    Don't know Rick? Read on »

  • The Right Technique

    You've heard about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, or maybe Tennis Elbow?

    Well, these kind of "repetitive stress" injuries happen to drummers, too.

    BUT... if you learn how to practice and play correctly, you'll get better results, be able to practice and play longer and safer, and avoid injury.

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  • Rick's simple videos explain how to build skills by breaking down individual steps.

    View step-by-step videos that explain how to achieve success using Rick's book. More »

  • Get an advantage when buying drums, cymbal, soundproofing and more!

    From buying cymbals to purchasing a full drum kit, get the advice of an expert. Rick's Books. More »

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Drum Teachers, Drummers and Students!

Rick Lawton's book Slow It Down, Break It DownCheck out the drum method book that teachers and students have been reading all over the country.

The culmination of years of work by Music Conservatory-trained drummer, teacher and author Rick Lawton is the book Slow It Down, Break It Down.

For more about the book, including reviews (from Modern Drummer magazine and more), click to view the books page.

Also, for those still learning, Rick has shared some photos from his travels to master lessons and drum conferences. Click to go to Rick's bio.

View videos to accompany the book

Just to make buying and using his great drum book Slow It Down, Break It Down easier, Rick's made a couple of videos following along with some pages in his book. Here he shows exactly what Slow It Down, Break It Down means, as we build our skills and knowledge one step at a time...

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