A practice aid device for musicians, especially percussionists, arranged to help develop and perfect a proper drumstick gripping technique, wherein a spacer is used to maintain the space that is formed between the thumb and forefinger when correct gripping technique is being employed. With the spacer in place, the percussionist will be able to memorize the position and feel of the drumstick in the fingers while also preventing the drumstick from slipping. The device may be accompanied by a drum rudiment chart presenting multiple drum practice exercises.