Nadine Kelly
United States
I am a solo drummer, a lone woman at home, doing this for myself because I love it. However, it does feel very lonely sometimes. This journey is not what I thought it would be. I am not in a band. I do not play at the local restaurants or church. But, I have made a collection of music my way, collaborating with my drum teacher, my cheerleader, my friend. He never lets me stay in my box.
This contest is not about winning for me. It is about showing up and charting my progress. I am being honest about where I am in my drumming journey. I am enough. And because I persist, I get better every day and that is enough.
Thank you for listening and reading.
I love what you wrote!! ♥️ good luck and great job.
Thank you Jeanine. That means a lot. Thanks for reading and commenting. Good luck to you too!
You’re welcome. I am super proud of you. You are so brave and inspiring.
Really enjoyed your groove and know that YOU are MORE than enough !!!! Great job
Thank you so very much Roslyn. That really means so much to me; you are so generous!
I started out all alone playing in my kitchen. I wasn’t good enough to be welcomed on the local music scene. But I loved to make progress and play to cds of the songs I loved. I kept telling myself, “If I keep sending my music out into the universe, I will attract what I need.” And I did! It will all happen for you too.
Thank you Queenie. I got chills reading your encouragement. Wow!!
Loved your submission! Keep doing what you love, your way. I think it’s beautiful that you have found this outlet to express yourself and creativity. You play well and love it, and it shows!
Thank you so much Vanessa! Your words make me happy!
Such inspiring words and what passion is all about!
You and Stacy are two of the main inspirations for my submission. Thank you!!
Absolutely crushing it! Great work! So proud of you!
Thanks man!! You continue to make me the best version of me!!
Nadine,
Great job maintaining a solid pocket with those hi hat upbeats! I also really appreciate your honesty in your statement. I submitted a video because I needed some accountability and a goal. I also am looking for community and that’s why I am participating.
Amazing Maria. It’s great to connect here!