Reuben Spyker is a master technician who has built his career as an educator, artist, and innovative drummer.  Reuben has developed teaching programs that emphasize efficient playing, critical observation, and creativity.  Most recently, Reuben has combined his obsession with detail and interest in art to create an original signature snare drum with the help of master snare builder Ronn Dunnett.  In this episode, Reuben talks about:     The many facets of Reubens career     Using curiosity as inspiration     Finding joy in things like drawing, building things and Davinci     Working closely with Ronn Dunnett to build a custom snare drum    The importance of critiquing yourself     The power of focus    Reuben’s different teaching courses⁠⁠⁠Here's our Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here's our Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here's our HomepageLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices