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Whilst


I


fitted a night’s teaching into a


mid-tour break last night, one of my “mums” spotted the bags under my eyes and commented on my busy month’s gigging schedule,


“Well, it pays the


mortgage!” I think I must have an overly expresive face, because she followed that statement up quickly with, “Or does it?”


I had to think a moment before I could give a fair answer. Yes, I’ve earned more money through the band in question than any other musical project I’ve been involved in. On the other hand, I’ve spent more money on that band than any other musical project I’ve been involved in to. I’ve given a lot and gained a lot, and not just in financial terms.


I’ve depped


out other gigs, mised family weddings, cancelled holidays, all to ensure the band was available for one particular concert or another.


I’ve also travelled the


world, enjoyed the applause of many delighted audiences, met countles lovely people, and had a very real incentive to raise my game as a musician, all through playing those same gigs.


But am I jumping in to fast here? I’ve barely introduced myself… My name is iolo, and I’m a drummer. No, I’m not at a Drummers Anonymous meeting (yet), but when I introduce myself to someone, it’s one of the few indubitable pieces of information I can present, and what’s more, it always provides an avenue for conversation if necesary!


I’ve played drums in some shape or form since I was eight, and I’m shocked at how suddenly it’s come about that I’ve been playing for nearly three decades now. Surely I should be amazing?! Well, a lot of people seem very pleased with what I do, but it’s no false modesty to say


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