Dana Parker, Author at Roland Articles

Dana is a mom, percussionist, and life lover. Her writing appears in Modern Drummer and she gigs frequently with a number of projects.

Dana Parker September 13, 2024

Have you been waiting to begin your musical journey? Learn the basics of rhythm, meter, pitch, notation, and song arrangement.

Dana Parker June 17, 2023

Explore how the themes and drums on “Come as You Are” intertwine, then download the V-Drums kit to capture the Nevermind drum sound.

Dana Parker July 7, 2022

Josh Dun’s groove on the Grammy-winning “Stressed Out” by Twenty One Pilots is infectious. Explore the beat and get its unique tone on V-Drums.

Dana Parker March 22, 2022

Learning a new instrument may seem hard, but drums are a great place to start. Get a foundation in rhythm and find a lifelong love for music.

Dana Parker March 19, 2022

Rhythm is the root of drumming, but there are many paths to learning basic drum beats and concepts. Let’s explore how to rock right away.

Dana Parker February 24, 2022

Clyde Stubblefield’s groove is one of the most sampled beats ever. Learn the “Funky Drummer” beat and how to capture its sound with V-Drums.