Vinnie Colaiuta on Flowing as Musician: Why This Interview Hit Me So Hard

Rick Beato’s interview with Vinnie Colaiuta goes way beyond technique — it’s about the essence of being a musician. In this reaction, I share some of what I've learned from this interview in matters of flowing as a musician, creativity and having a musical personality.

Whether you’re a drummer, a guitarist, or just someone who loves music deeply, this talk will remind you why we play in the first place.

00:00 - Intro
00:36 - Thought is the enemy of flow
01:59 - There are no mistakes
03:48 - New ideas to your playing
06:15 - Recognizable drumming
09:28 - No personality
11:03 - Final comments