How does a drum building workshop work?

How does a drum building workshop work?

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1.

The first step is to pick a frame that fits you Is it 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 or 55 cm? And what wood? Willow, Mulberry, Ash, Maple, Rosewood and whatever else is out there.

 

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2.

Which spirit is calling you? You feel what skin belongs on your Drum. A Horse, Cow, Goat or a Moose, Camel or whatever else is present.

Next, you get to know the materials of your drum during the introduction ceremony.

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3.

The skin is prepared and goes into the water.

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4.

Making the frame all your own by sanding up and greasing it with a nice oil.

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5.

Optional: making your drumstick. You may have a message or symbol for your drum that you want to impart on your stick.

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6.

The skin is wet enough and you are going to punch holes in it.

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shamanic drum building

7.

Thread, thread, thread and the tree, the animal and you unite, become one.

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8.

And then your Drum is ready. Time for the initiation ceremony and you will learn how to play, deploy and use your Drum.

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10.

And another group photo to complete the drum building workshop!

Do you feel the call of Drum? Click on the agendas for more information!

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