And the Beat Goes On

From Heartbeat to Backbeat: A Drumming Journey for the Rest of Us

By: Carmen Laski, Harold Laski

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

You don’t have to be young, famous, or even coordinated—just willing to find your rhythm.

In And the Beat Goes On, Harold and Carmen Laski take you on a drumming journey like no other. It’s not about perfect technique or music theory jargon. It’s about buckets and joy, soup cans and soul, heartbeat and backbeat.

The book starts right in with technique and the foundation of drumming. Throughout the first section of this book, you’ll learn how to drum—clearly, simply, and without intimidation. But as you read on, you'll discover that learning to drum is only the beginning.

With warmth, humor, and a lifetime of experience, the authors show you how rhythm lives in everyone—especially those who thought it was too late to start. Whether you’re picking up sticks for the first time at 75, drumming on a paint can, or just tapping along with your fingers, this book is for you.

You’ll meet unforgettable characters, explore real-life stories, and most importantly—learn by doing. From simple grooves on plastic buckets to the quiet triumphs of seniors finding their beat, every page reminds you that music isn’t about being the best. It’s about feeling alive.

So grab a bucket. Grab a stick. Grab a little courage. And join us.

Because although you will learn to drum—this book is also about why you drum.