Every so often I come across a skill of mine that feels connected to my musicianship. It has been proven again and again that being a musician has a lot of benefits to both your problem solving and critical thinking. One rope of that there are some things that I believe I am skilled at specifically because I am a drummer. Here is a short list of things that I believe improve when you are a musician/drummer. Keep in mind that this is all experiential, even though some of these things have been proven.
Memory. I think the connection between memory and music is huge. I spent my formative music years in a marching band where memorizing music was a must. My memory, especially with names, I believe has stemmed from that.
Being a drummer gives a more rhythmic understanding of other instruments. I also play piano and guitar. With guitar specifically, I have never struggled with strumming patterns. I believe that came very naturally due to the fact that I was already a drummer. And my finger rhythm independence has always been strong which I also credit to being a drummer.
Enjoying brain games. I love crosswords, sudokus and anything that has patterns. Music is filled with patterns and problem solving that I think connects a lot to my love for puzzles.
It’s been said before and it will be said a million times more. BEING A MUSICIAN IS GOOD FOR YOU!!
Hilary