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16 Inch American Indian Drums
14, 16 & 18 inch American Indian Drums
Hand Painted 14, 16 & 18 inch Drums
14, 16 & 18 inch Ancient Wisdom Drums

In native traditions, it is believed that the drum is a living thing. The spirit of the animal and the tree of which the drum is made both live on in the drum. Moreover, our drums are strung with prayers for their rebirth and transformation.When a drum finds its partner, it is a lifelong relationship.

These beliefs are further validated in practical application. The more you rub, handle and play your drum, the more your natural body oils penetrate the hide, thus lengthening its life and enriching it. For this reason, it is not traditional to play another person's drum.

You should also oil your drum every few months in areas of most stress. Apply directly to the hide on the back, around the holes where the lace meets the wood, also the face and rim of your drum. We use Shea butter as a regular moisturizer. Drums LOVE it and glow from its use once a month or so.

CAUTION!!!

NEVER LEAVE YOUR DRUM IN A CAR,
NEAR A VENT, IN A SUNNY WINDOW, OR ANY HEAT SOURCE,
ANYWHERE THERE ARE SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE.
DOING SO MAY CAUSE THE HIDE TO CRACK!!!

ADJUSTING THE TONE OF YOUR DRUM

Heat tightens the drum, raises the pitch, drives out moisture
Moisture loosens the drum & lowers the pitch

TONE TOO HIGH?

Add moisture (mist front and back using water and a spritzer, or take into the bathroom
( when you shower).

TONE TOO DEEP?

Use heat - put in sun or next to heat source briefly, or use a hair dryer.
How much heat? If it would be too hot for your face, then its too hot for your drum.

TONE FLAT AND DRUM RIPPLED?

Add heat as above (this is the extreme end of too deep -- do not worry --
tone will return as it dries!)

NATURAL HIDE DRUMS ARE VERY RESPONSIVE TO HEAT AND MOISTURE!!!
ADJUST WITH CARE.




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