There is a reason why every school on the planet teaches children how to read! Imagine for a moment if you couldn't read the written word; it would be extremely difficult to function in society. While you can definitely play drums and have fun without learning to read music, learning to read music will open up a world of knowledge that you would otherwise not have access to; and if you want to be a professional musician, learning to read music is a must!
Mike Trabulsie