Ciara Chinniah (Educator / Author / Drum Education Live / Drummer Mamas) #55

Ciara Chinniah (Educator / Author / Drum Education Live / Drummer Mamas) #55

Author: Dane Campbell June 6, 2025 Duration: 38:43

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Thanks for checking out episode 55 with the lovely Ciara Chinniah. Ciara is an incredibly inspiring drummer and is well known within the drum world for hosting her amazing drum camps for women in the UK and for being a published author of the fantastic book, 'Odd Times Made Easy' which does what it says on the tin. She's also an experienced podcast host and co-hosts the podcasts 'Drummer Mamas' and 'Drum Education Live.'


In this episode, we chat about Ciara's journey from being a busy live and session drummer and how this gradually changed due to becoming a mother. We also discussed the idea behind her book 'Odd Times Made Easy' and the process from inception to publication, her amazing drum camps for women and new venture The Drum Retreat which promises to combine drums, yoga and mindfulness activities.


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Behind every great song is a rhythm that holds it together, often created by a drummer whose name you might not know. Drum For The Song Podcast, hosted by working musician Dane Campbell, pulls back the curtain on these essential artists. Rather than focusing on technical jargon or gear, the conversations explore the personal journeys, creative decisions, and historical contexts that shape a drummer's unique voice. Dane, who plays in Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons and Straight Lines, brings a peer's perspective to long-form interviews with semi-professional and professional drummers from across the world. A core mission of this independent podcast is celebration-spotlighting incredibly talented players who rarely feature in mainstream drum magazines or on popular websites. These are the musicians who provide the backbone for countless recordings and tours, yet their stories remain largely untold. You'll hear about the pivotal moments in their careers, the albums that shaped them, and the practical realities of building a life in music. While drummers will naturally find a deep connection here, the discussions are crafted for anyone curious about the creative process, music history, and the human elements behind the instrument. It’s about the person behind the kit, the thinking that goes into a simple groove or a complex fill, and how that ultimately serves the music. Each episode is an invitation to appreciate the art of drumming not as an isolated skill, but as a fundamental, narrative force in the songs we love.
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