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Submitted by: Sarah Lee Tan

Learning to play drums is a great way for a child or an adult to channel his / her musicality. It is an excellent avenue for creativity and self-expression. For an aspiring drummer – musician, enrolling in drum classes could further hone skills and drumming techniques. It is also an effective way to boost ones confidence.

Yet the benefits of playing the drums go beyond these more obvious reasons. Did you know that you may also drum your way to good health?

Here are some the most feasible benefits that drumming could yield for your health:

1. Body Rhythm and Coordination.

The saying banging to the beat of your own drum, should not be taken literally. A piece of music or a song follows a particular beat and rhythm. Playing the drums require the use of both hands, feet, eyes, ears, and an alert mind. Movements of body parts differ but should be coordinated with the music. These functions develop ones mind and body reflexes.

2. Exercise

You know that engaging in physical exercise is the best way to be healthy and keep fit. Playing the drums is like working out in the gym. Its a fun way to pour out a good sweat. If you or your kids are not really into sports, maybe you should try going for drum lessons. It is not only a skill that you can learn. It strengthens your cardiovascular endurance as well. It is said to increase blood circulation and heart rate.

3. Therapy Tool

Depression or frustrations are caused by bottled-up emotions, and/or unexpressed anger. Any form of release or letting off steam works best to alleviate or ease-up pain caused by these pent-up feelings. Studies have shown that a form of physical release or creative expression helps a lot. Playing the drums is a form of a creative-release activity.

4. Brain Development

Researchers say that drumming engages both the left side and the right side of the brain. The left side of the brain is the creative element that one makes use of for artistic, imaginative, and expressive activities. While the right side of the brain is used for logic, analysis, and reasoning. The physical activity and the mental aspect of drumming produce a rhythmic energy that stimulates both sides of the brain. It creates a harmonious balance and integration between the two brain functions.

If you are contemplating on taking up drum lessons, either for yourself or for your child, take these factors into consideration. Its not only learning a skill set or pursuing a passion. It is also fulfilling your bodys handiwork and giving it a holistic experience. Babatunde Olatunji, an impassioned Nigerian drummer, Grammy Award-winning recording artist, and social activist, said:

“Rhythm is the soul of life. The whole universe revolves in rhythm. Everything and every human action revolve in rhythm.”

In a band or orchestra, it is the rhythm of the drum that holds and sustains the melodies and harmonies together. Similarly, your body is engineered the same way. Indeed, your being and your body functions effectively if it is in tuned and flows with the rhythm of life. Try drum lessons and improve your overall health and confidence.

About the Author: Sarah Lee is a music instructor in Singapore who loves to share her extensive knowledge of music and the art of performing to her students and blog readers. Visit her site at

drumlessonssingapore.com

or call (065) 8168 8251.

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