History of the Drumset: Part 1, 1865 - Double Drumming

History of the Drumset: Part 1, 1865 - Double Drumming

A CENTURY OF DRUM SET EVOLUTION WITH DANIEL GLASS

As the U.S. Civil War ends and slavery is abolished, drummers begin experimenting with ways that a single player can do the job of an entire percussion section. Within a few years, the technique known as "Double Drumming" becomes popular in theater orchestras and dance bands.

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During the U.S. Civil War, marching music was the dominant popular music of the time. Marching band performances required more than one drummer.

Civil War Era Marching Band

Civil War Era Marching Band

Civil War Era Marching Band

Double drumming is born out of necessity as drummers begin trying to cover multiple parts with one player.

VIC FIRTH PRODUCTS THAT MADE HISTORY

1994 Stone Grinding

Vic begins producing sticks in center-less stone grinders rather than traditional lathes. A first for the industry, stone grinding increases quality, consistency, and allows for more complex design elements such as unique tip shapes and tapers.

1983 Signature Series

Vic Firth launches the Steve Gadd signature model and becomes the first company to produce signature drumsticks that reflect the true musical requirements of the artist. To this day, each model is conceived through extensive research with the world's top players.

1994 Stone Grinding

2002 Injection Molded Nylon Tips

Vic solves the age old problem of nylon tips flying off by developing an injection molding system whereby the stick and the tip become one! For the first time in drumstick history, nylon tips mirror the shape and profile of their wood counterparts!