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Jeff Davenport, Living Social Deals and the Challenges of Teaching

Hi there guys, We recently ran a promotional deal with Living Social. They’re a deals website akin to groupon where people can buy heavily reduced goods/services. We offered drum lessons with me (Dave) at £5/ 30 mins as either a one-off taster lesson or a series of 4 (at the….

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Zildjian Gen-16 Acoustic-Electric Hybrid Cymbals!

The guys at NDC have recently been given the privilege of testing the new Zildjian Gen-16 cymbals in store. If you’re not familiar with what they are, they are an acoustic (albeit quiet) cymbal which comes with an acoustic pick up. This attaches to the cymbal and connects to the….

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Have Fun with Hand-Drums!

Our good friends over at drumfun365.co.uk have finished building their site! They offer workshops, one-to-one lessons and tips on how to get the most out of almost any type of hand-drum. Whether you’re an accomplished congero or just someone starting out with their first djembe, these guys will tailor their….

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New Media!

We’re branching out today and adding more in-depth videos of the products we have in store. This morning i’ve been concentrating on snare drums and we have quite a few demos (with full drum kit) on our YouTube channel (link below). If anyone has any suggestions or recommendations for drums,….

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Deal of the Month!

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This month’s mega deal is the Zildjian ZBT Promo Cymbal Box Set with a free 18″ Crash only £194!!!!

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The Life and Times of the Frustrated Air Drummer – The Dream Begins

So, in my last post I mentioned the moment when, as a 10 year old, I was watching Queen Live at Wembley and was left transfixed by Roger Taylor.  Well, lets fast forward a bit…I can’t remember exactly how far forwards we’ve gone forwards; a week, maybe a couple of….

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Hammerax- New Line of products!

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Hammerax have introduced two new cymbal lines including the ‘Ultraviolet’ and the ‘Photon’. The ‘Ultraviolet’ cymbals, Hi Hats and Bells These cymbals offer breathtaking highs and super balanced wash, an ultra premium sound that is bright and loud when needed yet colorful and rich. Their range comprises of 21” and….

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The Life and Times of the Frustrated Air Drummer

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So, whats this all about then? Well, for as long as I can remember I’ve wanted to play the drums. Through childhood and through adult life I’ve driven everyone close to me mad with a constant “tippy tappy” sound and whining about “my need” for a drumkit. This is my….

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New Two-Tone Compact Saddle seat Throne

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Available in store from April 2011 Gibraltar’s new two-tone saddle seat (9608-2T) measures 16” wide by 13” deep — just enough size to give ultimate comfort to the player while still compact for easy transport.  The seat is made from premium contoured foam padding for added lumbar support and comfort…..

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Yamaha Download Team interviewed Elbow Drummer Jupp

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This interview with Jupp is in five parts therefore we will keep updating the blog with more information. The interview was held at the bands Blueprint Studios. Elbow are busy with their fifth studio album ‘Build a Rocket Boys’ which is going to be released on 7th March 2011. Jupp….

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