94 episodes

"The 20 Best Music Theory Podcasts of 2021" by Welp Magazine.

"#4 of Top 10 Music Theory Podcasts You Must Follow in 2021" by Feedspot

"Top 10 Music Theory Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020" by FeedSpot

"The 11 Best Podcasts for Exploring Music Theory Concepts on the Go in 2019" by Soundfly.

The DrumMantra Podcast is all about going deeper with your practice in music & drumming.

The goal is to advance the listener's confidence, insight, and inspiration through discussions on topics like approaches to practice, rhythmic concepts, technique, theory, creativity, gear, and the music business.

The host, Rich Stitzel, is a veteran drummer, author, and educator with over 30 years of professional experience as a full-time musician.

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    • 5.0 • 28 Ratings

"The 20 Best Music Theory Podcasts of 2021" by Welp Magazine.

"#4 of Top 10 Music Theory Podcasts You Must Follow in 2021" by Feedspot

"Top 10 Music Theory Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020" by FeedSpot

"The 11 Best Podcasts for Exploring Music Theory Concepts on the Go in 2019" by Soundfly.

The DrumMantra Podcast is all about going deeper with your practice in music & drumming.

The goal is to advance the listener's confidence, insight, and inspiration through discussions on topics like approaches to practice, rhythmic concepts, technique, theory, creativity, gear, and the music business.

The host, Rich Stitzel, is a veteran drummer, author, and educator with over 30 years of professional experience as a full-time musician.

    20th Note Practice 11.20.23

    20th Note Practice 11.20.23

    Shedding and discussing a couple of exercises from my most recent book, as well as a book I am currently writing.

    Join me for live practice sessions twice a week: https://www.drummantra.com/ 

    Books in this video: Groove Studies with the 20th Note: https://a.co/d/0AqWNqj 

    Thanks for your support. Happy Practicing!

    • 47 min
    Practice: Not the What, but the HOW

    Practice: Not the What, but the HOW

    This episode comes to you from my drive to a gig. Just random thoughts that hopefully will trigger an idea or an inspiration in you:-)

    • 22 min
    The Somatic Drummer, Adam Gust

    The Somatic Drummer, Adam Gust

    On this episode of the DrumMantra Podcast, I speak with the amazing drummer, Adam Gust. Adam had a traumatic accident a little over a decade ago that potentially could have ended his very promising career.

    In this conversation, we talk about the studies and research he began to do at the Polyvagal Institute in Los Angeles.

    Adam has gained expertise in Polyvagal research enough to have been asked to do a TEDx talk on the topic and how he is relating it to drumming.

    I hope you enjoy and if you have any further questions for Adam, he can be reached at: https://www.adamgust.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/adamgust/

    https://www.youtube.com/@somaticdrummer

    For more information on DrumMantra, please visit:

    https://www.drummantra.com/

    • 1 hr 32 min
    Going Deep with Zach Miller

    Going Deep with Zach Miller

    In this episode I catch up with the great Zach Miller from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Wow. What a player. What a thinker. What a human. This is a deep and insightful conversation. ENJOY! You can follow Zach on Instagram here @zmillermusic For more information on DrumMantra you can visit https://www.drummantra.com/ All DrumMantra Books are available on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/author/richstitzel

    • 1 hr 28 min
    Advice for a Career in Music

    Advice for a Career in Music

    I was recently asked to speak at a career day for a high school in St.Louis. The students had great questions and triggered some responses that I think may be helpful for anyone who wants to have, or does have a career in the music industry. The DrumMantra books are available on Amazon & Hudson Digital. If you would like to join the DrumManta Lesson Vault Community, you can visit DrumMantra.com

    • 52 min
    Weekly Transmission 2.4.22

    Weekly Transmission 2.4.22

    In this episode:


    Mark Walker & Rich Stitzel PASIC2021 Documentary Film WATCH HERE
    DrumMantra Weekly Practice Sessions (REGISTER HERE)
    Blair Sinta's Drum Recording Expert Course
    Past Masterclass Guests
    Ari Hoenig's Masterclass on Sunday, February 27 (REGISTER HERE)
    Composing for DrumMantra

     

    Please subscribe to the DrumMantra YouTube Channel!

    To Learn More about DrumMantra, Click here:

     

    Check out the FREE masterclass "5 exercises guaranteed to make you a better drummer":

    ► https://www.drummantra.com/free-masterclass

     

    The Lesson Vault & Community:

    ► https://www.drummantra.com/lesson-vault-long

     

    DrumMantra Masters Series

    ► https://www.drummantra.com/masters-series

     

    DrumMantra3030 Course:

    ► https://www.drummantra.com/​​​drummantra3030

     

    Weekly Practice Session (MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, SATURDAYS, and SUNDAYS)

    ►​​​ https://www.drummantra.com/live-practice-session

     

    You can also follow DrumMantra here:

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    ►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thedrummantra​​​​

    ►PODCAST: https://www.drummantra.com/podcasts/the-drummantra-podcast

    Rich is a drumset artist/clinician and endorses Yamaha, Evans, Moravian Percussion, Polynome, Prologix Percussion, Sabian, and Vic Firth.

    • 24 min

Customer Reviews

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28 Ratings

28 Ratings

mwdrums ,

Deep!

This is a wonderful podcast which will resonate deeply with anyone wanting to get to know themselves better - not only musicians, but in all fields. Rich is truly dedicated to living the fullest life, and what he says can help all of us.

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Wonderful!!!

Superb material. Challenging yet approachable concepts & applications. A must for any drummer at most any level

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Rich is an excellent resource!

Rich is a true professional and an excellent resource to the drum community.

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