With all of the music apps available these days, musicians have tons of resources right at their fingertips. Guitarists can pull up their phones instead of packing their tuners; vocalists can Google song lyrics for impromptu karaoke nights. So what are the must-have music apps specifically for drummers? Here are a few to get you started…

– Metronome / Tempo – iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, $2.99; Android, Free.

Everyone needs a good quality metronome app. Set your time signature, rhythm pattern, sound and tempo, and start practicing!

– Song Beats – iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Free

Play along with your favorite songs! Similar to games like GarageBand, users play along with popular tracks by tapping highlighted parts of a virtual drum set.

– Drum Kit – Android, Free

Explore and record beat loops on this virtual drum kit, best for beginners who just want a fun way to create music.

– TakeLessons Live – iPhone and Android, Free

Easily find a local or online drum teacher who can help you master specific techniques, or advance to the next level of drumming. You can even take lessons directly from your phone!

Looking for some new apps to add to your smart phone? Here are 11 more awesome apps for drummers!

While these apps can’t take the place of true practice on your drum set or give you a reason to skip your drum lesson this week, they’re a great way to get in a musical mindset when you have some spare time!

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