From my website www.westlondon-drumtutor.com this article explores why learning drums is a true boon to all aspects of your being

Learning drums is a great skill to have as it allows you to understand how percussion structures and gives energy to music.  It is my personal understanding that learning drums allows a privileged insight into musical practice and theory, whilst bringing about greater musical meaning and enjoyment.  Knowing how to read music and applying basic skills like how time signatures work, also serve to connect a person in the theory, performance and enjoyment of all music.

This article shows why music is great for yourmind:http://www.mind.org.uk/blog/4641_why_music_is_great_for_your_mental_health

This article shows how music can benefit your mind and mental health

http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/healthy-living/wellbeing/health-benefits-of-music.htm

Again, this article expounds the concept that drummers and musicians have highly developed minds: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/05/110505083421.htm

There are numerous studies that point to evidence that playing drums is a powerful way to improve higher mind functions.

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