Professional Drummer
How To Prepare For Studio Recording Sessions
Last updated on September 6, 2009 at 1:31 amBefore going into record in a studio, for example to record an album, you will need to fully prepare so that you work productively in the studio. Remember, you are paying for studio time, and it doesn’t come cheap. You won’t want to waste valuable studio time re-learning a drum fill that you are struggling to play. So lets get sorted with a To-Do List.
To-Do List: Recording Preparation
- Make sure your drum parts are always the same (unless you are an experimental / Jazz drummer)
- Practise all your songs to a click (make sure you know all the BPM’s).
- Spend extra practise time on sections with mistakes
- Keep practising until you rarely make a mistake
- Practise the songs some more
- If you have demo tracks recorded, now play along with these to develop the feel of your parts
- Have a seperate session with your bass player and make sure you are both locking in with each other on all the songs
- Get together with your band mates and finalise every little section of every song.
You will also need to take care of yourself and make sure you are not ill for the recording sessions. Don’t worry too much, get plenty of rest, and eat well. Here is a quick check list to help you on your way:
Check List: Stay Healthy and Energetic
- Get somewhere between 6.5 and 8.5 hours sleep each night
- Get regular exercise (don’t do anything too heavy leading up to the sessions). Some light running, cycling, sit-ups and weightlifting would be perfect.
- Eat 5 portions of fruit or veg each day
- Don’t hit the booze – Limit to 1 or 2 drinks a night
- Don’t smoke
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