I can read both clefs fluently, I can retune the timpani in 3 measures by ear, I can actually hold the crash symbols without doubling over and I march with the bass drum. This is but a mere sliver of my power. Percussion isn’t easy. That’s why so many people drop out. Set alone is hard. Try playing 4 different rhythms with each foot and hand
You try lifting up a 3.5 foot instrument, that weighs like 15 pounds, get perfect embouchure, the perfect neck strap, and also try and practice that thing at home
Play 3/4 with your right foot 3/8 with your left hand, and 2/4 with your right hand while alternating up and down with your left foot every 4 beats and then complain about bari sax