Pedal Steel

It can be very beneficial to warmup at the beginning of your playing or practice session.  Since the pedal steel is such a physical instrument, it is very similar to playing a sport in that it requires certain movements/exertions to achieve certain goals. Warming up (stretches, exercises, drills, etc.) is almost standard for any sport, […]

Having a strong foundation in rhythm can help a pedal steel player’s musicality. Using a metronome is one of the best ways to build a player’s rhythmic skills, and can go a long ways on and off the bandstand. Here are some ideas and tips for practicing with a metronome… -Speeds Most of my practice