CEDRIC CAMCAM
Good Day! MADX was a Blast! (Yung delay at paghihintay ang lalong nagpasabik sa lahat!) MADX was an opportunity to Learn and Inspire from Sir Michel Alba and Pulse Driven (Maraming Salamat sa inyo mga kapwa tambulero!). Sharing Ideas, Skills and Experience from them. I was blessed and fulfilled with the knowledge, Inspiration and Skills from Sir Alba, Pulse Driven and co-Participants. I was challenged by the DRUM SHEDDING! (Though the time is limited.) T'was a lot of Fun and Excitement while waiting your turn to play your drum solo's, and to hear and watch other drummers' solo. But, what I like the most are the teachings about Rudiments. Though medyo marami, but, these are the keys to be an effective drummer and to be a good drummer as well. Should have the Heart, Mind and Pulse! And do PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE! May God continually Bless and Fulfill these people who Helped, Develop, Organized, and Share their deep knowledge about Drumming. Madami pang MADX ang maganap, matulungan at maturuan ni Sir Michael Alba and Pulse Driven! PAGPAPALA! MABUHAY ANG MGA DRUMMER! To God be the Glory!
Good Day! MADX was a Blast! (Yung delay at paghihintay ang lalong nagpasabik sa lahat!) MADX was an opportunity to Learn and Inspire from Sir Michel Alba and Pulse Driven (Maraming Salamat sa inyo mga kapwa tambulero!). Sharing Ideas, Skills and Experience from them. I was blessed and fulfilled with the knowledge, Inspiration and Skills from Sir Alba, Pulse Driven and co-Participants. I was challenged by the DRUM SHEDDING! (Though the time is limited.) T'was a lot of Fun and Excitement while waiting your turn to play your drum solo's, and to hear and watch other drummers' solo. But, what I like the most are the teachings about Rudiments. Though medyo marami, but, these are the keys to be an effective drummer and to be a good drummer as well. Should have the Heart, Mind and Pulse! And do PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE! May God continually Bless and Fulfill these people who Helped, Develop, Organized, and Share their deep knowledge about Drumming. Madami pang MADX ang maganap, matulungan at maturuan ni Sir Michael Alba and Pulse Driven! PAGPAPALA! MABUHAY ANG MGA DRUMMER! To God be the Glory!
MATTHEW LUA
From VCF
The MAD Experience Drum clinic by Sir Michael Alba was indeed a "mad" and awesome experience for me. I learned a lot from this clinic and I enjoyed every moment of it. I saw and realized most of my weaknesses and what I was doing wrong when I was watching the drummers of Pulse Driven, Sir Mike, and Otep Concepcion playing. Sabi ko sa sarili ko, "Grabe ang solid nila. Kahit na out of tempo sila at some point nakakabalik pa rin sila sa tempo." I realized how I needed to improve on my timing and being solid. I enjoyed the part when we were already jamming. Nakakatuwa yung feeling when gumagawa ka ng drum solo and just playing, experimenting to the music. Pag uwi ko, I really experienced something different when i started practicing the line-up for the next day's church service. Parang habang nagrerehearse ako gumagawa ko na ng sarili kong drum fill or lick that was
inspired by what ive learned in the clinic. Thank you Sir Michael Alba and Pulse Driven for the awesome experience!!!
From VCF
The MAD Experience Drum clinic by Sir Michael Alba was indeed a "mad" and awesome experience for me. I learned a lot from this clinic and I enjoyed every moment of it. I saw and realized most of my weaknesses and what I was doing wrong when I was watching the drummers of Pulse Driven, Sir Mike, and Otep Concepcion playing. Sabi ko sa sarili ko, "Grabe ang solid nila. Kahit na out of tempo sila at some point nakakabalik pa rin sila sa tempo." I realized how I needed to improve on my timing and being solid. I enjoyed the part when we were already jamming. Nakakatuwa yung feeling when gumagawa ka ng drum solo and just playing, experimenting to the music. Pag uwi ko, I really experienced something different when i started practicing the line-up for the next day's church service. Parang habang nagrerehearse ako gumagawa ko na ng sarili kong drum fill or lick that was
inspired by what ive learned in the clinic. Thank you Sir Michael Alba and Pulse Driven for the awesome experience!!!
STEPHEN AGUILAR
From Lucena City
Best Drum Workshop I've attended so far! The organizers did a great job organizing the event and made sure that everyone had a great time. The location was accessible and safe, the drum kits sounded nice and everyone was given the chance to play. The maestro Michael Alba was very accommodating and attentive to the participants. I can't wait for the next event. Cheers!
From Lucena City
Best Drum Workshop I've attended so far! The organizers did a great job organizing the event and made sure that everyone had a great time. The location was accessible and safe, the drum kits sounded nice and everyone was given the chance to play. The maestro Michael Alba was very accommodating and attentive to the participants. I can't wait for the next event. Cheers!
KEEVER POLICARPIO
Studied Interior design at Mapua Institute of Technology
Always a jumpacked experience on sir mike's clinics. This has given me a huge huge impact in my life as a drummer,as a person...mentally, emotionally, and spiritually..At the same time, getting to meet a lot of fellow drummers was a blast and humbling experience. Very inspiring and would definitely look forward for another event like this! Sir mike and the people who made this possible and inspiring for every drummers, Thank you!
Studied Interior design at Mapua Institute of Technology
Always a jumpacked experience on sir mike's clinics. This has given me a huge huge impact in my life as a drummer,as a person...mentally, emotionally, and spiritually..At the same time, getting to meet a lot of fellow drummers was a blast and humbling experience. Very inspiring and would definitely look forward for another event like this! Sir mike and the people who made this possible and inspiring for every drummers, Thank you!
ISRAEL FORTO
Pulse Driven Chairman
The M.A.D Experience is totally and absolutely astonishing. Sir Mike Alba is indeed a fountain of drum knowledge. He shared not only his knowledge but more importantly his own self to the attendees. In addition, what made th event more exciting is the fact of meeting new drummers and exchanging drumming experiences and testimonies. Thanks so much Ptr Rohn, Mam Grace, Sir Joel and Mam Joy for orchestrating such an event. I pray for more of this event!
Pulse Driven Chairman
The M.A.D Experience is totally and absolutely astonishing. Sir Mike Alba is indeed a fountain of drum knowledge. He shared not only his knowledge but more importantly his own self to the attendees. In addition, what made th event more exciting is the fact of meeting new drummers and exchanging drumming experiences and testimonies. Thanks so much Ptr Rohn, Mam Grace, Sir Joel and Mam Joy for orchestrating such an event. I pray for more of this event!
John Joseph Inocillas
Sessionist Drummer
I thank God for this event! i really learned lots of stuff from sir michael alba.. my fave part of the Madx: yung nagkaroon ako ng opportunity to have a killin' drum shed session w/ sir rickson ruiz and maestro michael alba... plus!! yung nakilala ko pa yung iba kong kapwa drummers.. and became friends with them. tas nakakita ako ng inspirasyon dun.. hahaha (crush lang naman) PLUS! nagkita kami ng dati kong drum coach sa yamaha.. (im taking conservatory of music kasi dun) ayun na! i really enjoyed the event!! til next madx! to God be the Glory!!
Sessionist Drummer
I thank God for this event! i really learned lots of stuff from sir michael alba.. my fave part of the Madx: yung nagkaroon ako ng opportunity to have a killin' drum shed session w/ sir rickson ruiz and maestro michael alba... plus!! yung nakilala ko pa yung iba kong kapwa drummers.. and became friends with them. tas nakakita ako ng inspirasyon dun.. hahaha (crush lang naman) PLUS! nagkita kami ng dati kong drum coach sa yamaha.. (im taking conservatory of music kasi dun) ayun na! i really enjoyed the event!! til next madx! to God be the Glory!!
BEAU QUINONEZ
Works at Citi
M.A.D. Xperience was really great! why? The event was filled with great drummers such as Sir Mike, Rickson Ruiz, Sir Otep, Sir Stan Seludo, Pulse Driven and amazing people from different provinces. The house was so energetic, drummers cant wait to hit those drum set in front of them, everybody is really having a good time so Kudos! to Radheart Missions International. You guys are amazing to organize this kind of event. I've learned a lot from the Maestro himself especially to all participants who came, because I've seen different characters,different grooves and their feel(pulse). Sharing is the best learning that happened here, that makes the event so unique and wonderful. Sir Mike told us that even great drummers in the U.S. come together just to learn from each other. I think Sir Mike envisioned to produce more Filipino world class drummers just like him. We may be a 3rd world country but when we start to unite, share the resources we have,excel and enjoy playing, there is nothing that can not be accomplished. There will be more Filipino drummers rockin' and making a difference in the world. So let us keep sharing what we have, after all, we never had this in the first place if not for somebody. Jesus even shared his life for us. As we share our passion for drumming let us also share His love to others. God Bless Us! Mabuhay ang mga Tambulero ng Pinas!
Works at Citi
M.A.D. Xperience was really great! why? The event was filled with great drummers such as Sir Mike, Rickson Ruiz, Sir Otep, Sir Stan Seludo, Pulse Driven and amazing people from different provinces. The house was so energetic, drummers cant wait to hit those drum set in front of them, everybody is really having a good time so Kudos! to Radheart Missions International. You guys are amazing to organize this kind of event. I've learned a lot from the Maestro himself especially to all participants who came, because I've seen different characters,different grooves and their feel(pulse). Sharing is the best learning that happened here, that makes the event so unique and wonderful. Sir Mike told us that even great drummers in the U.S. come together just to learn from each other. I think Sir Mike envisioned to produce more Filipino world class drummers just like him. We may be a 3rd world country but when we start to unite, share the resources we have,excel and enjoy playing, there is nothing that can not be accomplished. There will be more Filipino drummers rockin' and making a difference in the world. So let us keep sharing what we have, after all, we never had this in the first place if not for somebody. Jesus even shared his life for us. As we share our passion for drumming let us also share His love to others. God Bless Us! Mabuhay ang mga Tambulero ng Pinas!