{"title":"Hide Frame Drums","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"native-american-special-drum-gift-set","title":"Native American Special Drum Gift Set","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"265911f3_1763734998\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"491f94b4_1623249851\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"322133d2_1622044614\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"d25a11f2_1620936404\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"ca7a2738_1606845409\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLiving tone. Complete path.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis set brings together a traditional Native American frame drum with a small collection of supporting elements—offering a simple and complete way to begin or deepen a relationship with the drum.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach part supports continuity, care, and long-term use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA Full and Responsive Voice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe drum carries a deep, grounded tone with a natural and evolving resonance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach strike reveals a slightly different quality—shaped by the hide, the frame, and the way it is played. Over time, the sound becomes familiar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt is not fixed. It develops.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA Handmade Instrument\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach drum is handcrafted by a Native American maker in the Pacific Northwest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMade in the traditional way—with intention, care, and attention to form—the drums are tightly laced and fully wrapped, designed to hold their structure and tone through extended use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach one is unique.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eChoosing Your Drum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis set includes your choice of size and hide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e16\" — lighter, easier to hold, with a balanced tone\u003cbr\u003e18\" — fuller resonance, deeper bass, and a broader sound\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe hide you choose shapes the voice of the drum—each offering a different tone, weight, and character that becomes clearer through practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA Natural Relationship with Material\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAs a natural hide drum, the tone will shift with environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHumidity may soften the sound, while dryness may tighten it. With simple warming or cooling, the drum returns to balance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eUse in Practice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis set can be approached simply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIn practice, it may support:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003edeveloping steady and continuous rhythm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ebuilding a relationship with a natural, handmade instrument\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eworking with tone, touch, and variation over time\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ecreating a consistent personal or shared practice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt does not require complexity. A steady rhythm is enough.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhat You’ll Receive\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e1 Native American Frame Drum (16\" or 18\", hide of choice)\u003cbr\u003e1 padded drum case\u003cbr\u003e1 Sunreed soft beater\u003cbr\u003e1 copy of The Shamanic Drum: A Guide to Sacred Drumming\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Form\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe frames are made from maple and shaped by hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach drum reflects the materials and the making—slight variations in color, texture, and tone are part of the instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16\" or 18\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e16\": ~3 lbs\u003cbr\u003e18\": ~4 lbs\u003cbr\u003eNatural hide head (varies by selection)\u003cbr\u003eMaple frame\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in the USA\u003cbr\u003eA complete set.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sunreed™ Instruments","offers":[{"title":"18\" \/ Horse","offer_id":47699339641053,"sku":"18horsedrum","price":360.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\" \/ Elk","offer_id":47699339673821,"sku":"18elkdrum","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\" \/ Buffalo","offer_id":47699339706589,"sku":"18buffalodrum","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\" \/ Deer","offer_id":47699339739357,"sku":"18deerdrum","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\" \/ Horse","offer_id":47699339772125,"sku":"16horsedrum","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\" \/ Elk","offer_id":47699339804893,"sku":"16elkdrum","price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\" \/ Buffalo","offer_id":47699339837661,"sku":"16buffalodrum","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\" \/ Deer","offer_id":47699339870429,"sku":"16deerdrum","price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/drum_gift_set__52885.1604434751.1280.1280_bf82bede-d074-49fb-b17f-6320000c56bf.png?v=1779303862"},{"product_id":"sunreeds-native-american-pow-wow-drums","title":"Sunreed's Native American Pow Wow Drums","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"265911f3_1763734998\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"491f94b4_1623249851\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDeep tone. Shared rhythm.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pow wow drums offer a full and expansive voice—designed for group playing, collective rhythm, and sustained presence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger in form, they are meant to be gathered around, allowing multiple players to share a single surface of sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Full and Powerful Voice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum produces a deep, resonant tone with strong projection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs size increases, the sound becomes fuller and more expansive—low frequencies developing with weight and depth, while the vibration carries outward into the surrounding space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not a quiet instrument. It fills the room, and beyond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Shared Surface\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePow wow drums are designed to be played together.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple players gather around the drum, each contributing to a unified rhythm. The result is a single, collective pulse—formed through many hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne surface. One rhythm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing a Size\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach size offers a different relationship with sound and group use:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24\" — portable, with a strong and clear bass tone; fits up to 6 people\u003cbr\u003e30\" — deeper and louder, with a fuller presence; fits 6–8 people\u003cbr\u003e36\" — widest and most expansive, with the deepest tone; fits 8–10 people\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs size increases, so does both depth and reach.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Construction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is handmade by a Native American maker in the Pacific Northwest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuffalo hide is used for its depth and durability, producing a strong low tone. Other hides such as moose, elk, or cow may be available upon request.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame is constructed from maple, providing a stable and supportive structure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is shaped through careful selection and construction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Practice-Centered Approach\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese drums are used in shared settings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, they may support:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreating a unified group rhythm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eworking with deep, sustained low frequencies\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eholding a steady pulse over extended periods\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egathering people into a shared field of sound\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rhythm is collective. Each player contributes to the whole.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Process\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is made to order.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process includes selection of materials and careful construction, allowing the drum to develop its full tone and structure before it is complete.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime is part of the making.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes: \u003c\/strong\u003e24\" × 14\", 30\" × 14\", 36\" × 14\"\u003cbr\u003eBuffalo hide (other hides available upon request)\u003cbr\u003eMaple frame\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in the USA\u003cbr\u003eMade to order (approx. 2–3 weeks total delivery)\u003cbr\u003eBeaters and stands sold separately\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eTribal members and associations receive a 10% discount upon verification of their affiliation, out of respect and support for your cultural heritage. This will be applied after completion of the order. The order will will not be charged until we have updated your order status. The discount is not applied in relation to any other discounts.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePow Wow Drum Videos:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please Wear Headphone When Listening To Audio Files\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e24\" Pow Wow Drum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" height=\"240\" width=\"320\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"http:\/\/worldsoundhealing.org\/sunreed_sound\/26powwow.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003cobject data=\"https:\/\/store-zygle0vbjn.mybigcommerce.com\/javascript\/tinymce\/plugins\/media\/moxieplayer.swf\" height=\"240\" type=\"application\/x-shockwave-flash\" width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cparam name=\"src\" value=\"https:\/\/store-zygle0vbjn.mybigcommerce.com\/javascript\/tinymce\/plugins\/media\/moxieplayer.swf\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"flashvars\" value=\"url=http%3A\/\/worldsoundhealing.org\/sunreed_sound\/26powwow.mp4\u0026amp;poster=\/\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"allowfullscreen\" value=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"allowscriptaccess\" value=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/object\u003e Your browser does not support the video tag. \u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e30\" Pow Wow Drum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" height=\"240\" width=\"320\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"http:\/\/worldsoundhealing.org\/sunreed_sound\/30powwow.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003cobject data=\"https:\/\/store-zygle0vbjn.mybigcommerce.com\/javascript\/tinymce\/plugins\/media\/moxieplayer.swf\" height=\"240\" type=\"application\/x-shockwave-flash\" width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cparam name=\"src\" value=\"https:\/\/store-zygle0vbjn.mybigcommerce.com\/javascript\/tinymce\/plugins\/media\/moxieplayer.swf\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"flashvars\" value=\"url=http%3A\/\/worldsoundhealing.org\/sunreed_sound\/30powwow.mp4\u0026amp;poster=\/\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"allowfullscreen\" value=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"allowscriptaccess\" value=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/object\u003e Your browser does not support the video tag. \u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e36\" Pow Wow Drum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" height=\"240\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" width=\"320\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"http:\/\/worldsoundhealing.org\/sunreed_sound\/36powwow.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003cobject data=\"https:\/\/store-zygle0vbjn.mybigcommerce.com\/javascript\/tinymce\/plugins\/media\/moxieplayer.swf\" height=\"240\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" type=\"application\/x-shockwave-flash\" width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cparam name=\"src\" value=\"https:\/\/store-zygle0vbjn.mybigcommerce.com\/javascript\/tinymce\/plugins\/media\/moxieplayer.swf\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"flashvars\" value=\"url=http%3A\/\/worldsoundhealing.org\/sunreed_sound\/36powwow.mp4\u0026amp;poster=\/\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"allowfullscreen\" value=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cparam name=\"allowscriptaccess\" value=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/object\u003e Your browser does not support the video tag. \u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunreed™ Instruments","offers":[{"title":"24\" x 14\"","offer_id":47359058378973,"sku":"24powow","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30\" x 14\"","offer_id":47359058411741,"sku":"30powow","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36\" x 14\"","offer_id":47359058444509,"sku":"36powow","price":1700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/1474569662_product_image_171__33781.1501857274.1280.1280.jpg?v=1770171886"},{"product_id":"native-american-sweat-lodge-drum","title":"Native American Sweat Lodge Drum","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"265911f3_1763734998\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"491f94b4_1623249851\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"322133d2_1622044614\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"d25a11f2_1620936404\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteady tone. Built for conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 14\" double-headed drum is made for environments where consistency matters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with buffalo hide and a deeper frame, it is designed to hold its tone in humidity—allowing the rhythm to continue without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Focused and Enduring Voice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum produces a clear, higher tone with a steady and direct response.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmaller in diameter, the sound is more contained and defined, while still carrying enough depth to support a continuous rhythm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt holds its place.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven in changing conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for Humidity\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffalo hide is used for its thickness and durability.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the drum to maintain its tone in environments where other natural hide drums may soften or lose tension. The double-headed construction adds further stability and strength.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made to remain consistent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Traditional Form\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum is handcrafted by a Native American maker in the Pacific Northwest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lacing is tight and durable, designed for long-term use. The deeper maple frame adds structure, while the included suede beater provides a soft and even contact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach element supports function.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse in Practice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drum can be approached simply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, it may support:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emaintaining a steady and continuous rhythm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eworking in humid or enclosed environments\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edeveloping consistency in tone and response\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eholding a clear, defined beat over time\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is direct.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliable in its voice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Structure\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of buffalo hide and maple frame creates a strong and stable instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deeper frame supports the structure, while the hide remains responsive and durable through repeated use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003eapproximately 14\" diameter × 5 7\/8\" depth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003eapproximately 4 lbs\u003cbr\u003eDouble-headed buffalo hide\u003cbr\u003eMaple frame\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in the USA\u003cbr\u003eIncludes suede beater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sunreed™ Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47359134073053,"sku":"sweatlodgedrum","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/sweatlodgedrum.png?v=1778099957"},{"product_id":"reindeer-pegged-european-drum","title":"Reindeer Pegged European Drum","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"265911f3_1763734998\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"491f94b4_1623249851\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"322133d2_1622044614\" class=\"powr-popup\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLight form. Deep resonance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 18\" European-style frame drum offers a full, grounded tone within an unusually lightweight structure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with a hand-shaped cedar frame and reindeer hide, it carries both depth and ease—allowing for longer playing without strain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Full and Vibrant Voice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum produces a deep, resonant tone with a clear and lively response.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its light weight, the sound carries fully—low frequencies emerging with strength, while the surface remains sensitive to touch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vibration is present. Easy to feel. Easy to follow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Pegged European Form\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hide is secured using a traditional pegged construction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden pegs anchor the skin directly into the frame, creating a clean and minimal structure. The handle, formed from a natural cedar branch, offers a simple and comfortable grip.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach element remains close to its original form.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLightweight and Responsive\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cedar hoop is hand-formed and notably light.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the drum to be held for extended periods, while still maintaining a deep and resonant tone. The balance between weight and sound is one of its defining qualities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Natural Relationship with Environment\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reindeer hide is resilient and responsive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt holds its tone well across changing conditions, and when it softens in humidity, it returns quickly with a short period of warmth or sunlight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument shifts, then returns.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse in Practice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drum can be approached simply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, it may support:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eworking with a deep tone in a lighter form\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eplaying for extended periods with ease\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edeveloping a steady and responsive rhythm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebuilding a relationship with a natural, handmade instrument\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt meets both light and steady playing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Origin\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted by a maker in the Pacific Northwest, inspired by Northern European traditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe materials are carefully chosen—from the cedar frame to the reindeer hide sourced from Europe. Each drum reflects a continuity of form, shaped through handwork and attention.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle variations are part of the instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 18\" × 3\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003eapproximately 2–3 lbs\u003cbr\u003eReindeer hide head\u003cbr\u003eHand-formed cedar hoop\u003cbr\u003ePegged construction\u003cbr\u003eNatural cedar branch handle\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/96DR0DnBq5M\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"Sunreed™ Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47761498505437,"sku":"reindeer","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/reindeer_european_drum_3__34959.1606340774.1280.1280.png?v=1770177441"},{"product_id":"sounding-the-sacred-feminine-gift-set","title":"Sounding The Sacred Feminine Gift Set","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"265911f3_1763734998\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"491f94b4_1623249851\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"322133d2_1622044614\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA circle of sound. A living return.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis set brings together a small gathering of instruments, centered around a hand-painted deer hide drum—created in collaboration with a Native drum maker, and painted by Dorothy Stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe drum carries the image of the bee, set within the geometry of the hexagon—forms that appear throughout nature, from hive to crystal to cosmos. The bee has long been held as a symbol of continuity, fertility, and shared movement. In this way, the drum becomes more than an instrument. It becomes an ally in bringing forward the Sacred Feminine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA Layered and Complementary Field\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach instrument offers a distinct way of working with sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe drum provides a steady and grounded pulse.\u003cbr\u003eThe rattle introduces a softer, circular texture.\u003cbr\u003eThe tuning fork offers a clear and focused tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThey move alongside one another—creating space for both rhythm and stillness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eUse in Practice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eYou might begin with a single instrument—allowing its sound to settle fully before introducing another. Or you may move between them, noticing how each shifts the quality of attention and space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIn practice, this set may support:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ea returning to rhythm without urgency\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ea listening that unfolds gradually\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ea movement between sound, silence and symbol\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ea deepening relationship with what is already present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA Living Context\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe instruments in this set reflect traditions that have long worked with sound, rhythm, and listening as part of a wider relationship with life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe forms present here—the bee, the egg, the drum—have appeared across cultures as expressions of creation, continuity, and renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eForm and Craft\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe drum is hand-crafted and painted, offering a clear, low tone with subtle overtones.\u003cbr\u003eThe rattle carries a soft, textured sound through gentle movement.\u003cbr\u003eThe tuning fork provides a focused and sustained tone when activated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade and will vary slightly in tone, finish, and response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSix Sided Hexagon Native American Made Deer Drum, hand painted by Dorothy Stone with a gold rim and bee;\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSunreed Soft Beater to bring out the deepest base of the drum;\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA copy of the book of our great colleague Layne Redmond, When The Drummers Were Women, (now deceased, but whose wisdom lives on) who researched the ancient wisdom of women drummers, as well as the Bee Cultures of the Mediterranean, and helped to bring that wisdom back into our awareness;\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e111hz Holy Healing Tuning Fork with activator, honoring the resonant frequencies of the Hypogeum Temple of The Great Mother;\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEmu Egg of Creation Rattle, honoring the fertile wisdom and greater mysteries of the Great Mother Of Life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach set will vary slightly in tone, appearance, and character.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sunreed.com\/blogs\/articles\/the-sacred-feminine-restoring-balance-wisdom-and-wholeness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e→Learn more about our work with the Sacred Feminine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunreed™ Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47360339149021,"sku":"sacredfemgift","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/Sacred_Feminine_Set_Picture__96535__43267.1713299434.1280.1280.jpg?v=1770194987"},{"product_id":"sacred-feminine-hexagonal-bee-drum","title":"Sacred Feminine Hexagonal Bee Drum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"265911f3_1763734998\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"491f94b4_1623249851\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"322133d2_1622044614\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSacred Feminine Hexagonal Bee Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e~16\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e~2-3 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen And How Will It Ship\u003c\/strong\u003e: The drum will need to be painted, so will typically ship by two weeks after ordering. If needed sooner please let us know. It ship with FedEx, and will arrive typically 3-7 days after shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e One Six Sided Hexagon Native American Made Deer Drum, hand painted by Dorothy Stone with a gold rim and bee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy 4 Or More Of These Drums For Group Work And Get A 10% Discount: \u003c\/strong\u003eDorothy has designed this drum for women to use for themselves, but also in group. If you are working in a women’s circle, and would like to offer these drums to use, we are offering a 10% discount if you buy four or more of these drums. Give us a call and we will set up this discount for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e: The 16” 6 sided Hexagonal Deer Hide Drum is made by our main drum maker, who is part of the Maidu Nation. The drum has a clear base note, with some higher frequencies as well, to create a clear low toned note. The drum is offered with our Sunreed Soft Beater to bring out the softest lowest notes of the drum. It is hand painted by our drum artist Dorothy Stone, who was inspired to create the Bee Drum in line with the Sacred Feminine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultures around the world honor the Bee, its Queen and her incredible community of harmonious workers, all aligned with common purpose, as well as the powerful 6 sided structures in its hives, known in the world of Sacred Geometry, as one of the most profound building blocks of nature, incorporating the mysteries of the Hexagon, as seen in the molecular structure of carbon, the eye of a dragonfly, the cooling of volcanic basalt, the poles of Saturn, and so much more throughout all of Nature. The mysteries of the Hexagon evolve into that of the Star Tetrahedron, a sacred symbol of the combined forces of the Sacred Feminine and Masculine in perfect union throughout the world, seen in the Sri Yantra (symbolizing the union of Shiva\/Shakti,) the Star of David, the Merkaba of ancient Egypt, and so many other worldwide symbols. The Star Tetrahedron incorporates the six points or ‘corners’ of the Hexagon, and evolves further into the Flower of Life and Metatron’s Cube, from which all elemental structures of Life are born. These are the very foundations of modern science and math, taken from the ancient geometrists of Greece, who borrowed the knowledge from Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the Mediterranean regions, spiritual cultures arose, honoring the Divine Mother principle through the Bee and the Queen. The Bee brings fertility to the Earth, brings us our fruits, grains, and vegetables, spawns the tree kingdoms, thus brings us health, wealth, nourishment, and vitality. The Bee is a teacher of community living, sharing with all equally. The Celts and others saw her as keeper of secret knowledge and wisdom, even a carrier into other worlds for gathering of deeper riches and wisdom, even as her colony gathers the nectars of this world. Remnants of those Priestess cultures survive today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Sunreed, we have always honored the wisdom of all spiritual traditions. We recognize and honor the New Emergence of the wisdom of the Sacred Feminine during these times of great transformation of our planet, and of all humanity. We have always incorporated relationship with the Sacred Feminine in our own work. And, we recognize and honor the power women have again been led to assume in our culture, the beauty of the wisdom of the carriers of these sacred traditions, and the need to restore integrity, balance and harmony in all levels of our society in regard to gender equality, honoring the Earth as a living aspect of the Sacred Feminine, of the incredible intuitive power of the Sacred Feminine, the quality of Life Force our emotional bodies carry, of which she births, and how we must all integrate this wisdom and power into our lives and essential being. The Wisdom of so many cultures state it thusly, though perhaps in different languages and sentence structure: The Nature of Life is to embody Right Relationship with our (higher\/authentic) Self and the Principles of the Cosmos. 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This allows you to speak more directly to the wisdom world from which these medicines arise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound of the drum is similar to a 15 inch or 16 inch round drum, with both some bass notes and higher notes as well, with the tone changing higher and lower with more humid and more dry conditions. The cedar hoop is hand made, and is much lighter then circular hoops made from maple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those working in a traditional way, the 'medicine quality' of the animal you are working with, may be the most important ingredient in making your choice. Elk was a great medicine giver throughout much of the mountainous regions of North America. Using the hide, like of all parts of an animal is, in indigenous philosophy, a way of honoring the animal and of completing the circle of life. We do this with great care and respect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe care highly that you get the drum that will best serve you. 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The drum ships with FedEx, and will arrive typically 3-7 days after shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e 1 Native American Buffalo Drum, as pictured (with beater if chosen as an option).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant Help Choosing, Or Want To Hear The Drum?\u003c\/strong\u003e: We offer virtual auditory shopping experiences. Give us a call to make an appointment to listen to a select number of drums.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description: \u003c\/strong\u003eTraditions world wide honor the shamanic, hoop, or frame drum as an instrument to honor the heart beat of the Earth and the harmony of life, to gather the People, to invoke and to engage in qualities of spiritual knowing and integrity, to heal, and to honor the cycles and unity of life. Sunreed's Traditional Native American frame drums are handmade by a Maidu Native American shamanic drum maker. We have had the privilege to sell his drums for over 10 years. These are the best we have ever found for quality of sound, strength and durability. Our maker apprenticed with a Lakota maker, and makes his drums in the Lakota\/Plains style of traditional hoop or frame drums, which includes the traditional four directional lacing of the drum, which is easy and comfortable to hold for a long time. Each drum is made in prayerful intentional in consideration of the medicine of the hide. He handcrafts these beautiful, shamanic\/medicine drums to withstand the rigors of long and intentional use. They are laced very tight, and are full wrapped which allows them to be played in a greater range of environmental conditions without going flat or cracking from dryness. These drums by far hold their tone longer in humid conditions than any other drums we have played, and are truly made to last. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoosing The Size and Skin Of Your Drum: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen choosing the skin and size of the drum, there is the tone, weight and medicine (or spiritual qualities) of the animal to consider.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenerally, Deer and Elk are the thinnest skins, so are the lightest drums, followed by Horse, Moose and Buffalo. Many feel quite comfortable holding a 18\" Deer, though a thick 18\" Buffalo drum may feel too heavy. For most adults we recommend 18\" drums, as they have clear bass notes and great resonance, and are generally small enough and light enough to hold comfortably for most people. If you feel like you are of a smaller build, then perhaps a 16 inch drum would be the best choice to hold for longer ceremony. With 16\" drums you can still get a good bass note, though they are lighter and easier to hold than 18\". A 14\" drum will still have a small bass note, and will be lightweight so can be held for a long time in ceremony. We recommend the 10-12\" drums, which have higher notes, for fitting in backpacks, traveling with, or for children.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll natural skin drums absorb moisture in humid conditions and may change or lose their voice. This does not damage the drum.  When this happens, applying heat or sun  to the drum will regain its voice (complete instructions on this are given with each drum, and can be downloaded in our drum section.) In dry conditions, the skin will tighten, bringing out a higher voice. Those in more humid conditions may want to consider a Moose, Buffalo or Horse drum.  These are thicker and withstand humidity a little longer. Elk does withstand humid conditions, though may also need to be heated or dried more often for its best voice. While deer is greatly appreciated for all of its qualities, it is the thinnest of these skins.  It will have a great voice in drier climates, but may lose its voice easily if you are in high humid conditions. It also responds easily to heat or sun.  If you live in an exceptionally dry climate, such as Arizona, your drum may become too tight without moisture. In this case, thicker drums will hold their tone better, such as Buffalo, Moose or Horse, rather than Elk or Deer. It is best to keep your drum stored in a dry, cool location, out of the sun or away from heat, to ensure your drum does not get too dry or humid and maintains it's voice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedicines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: The medicine, or spiritual quality of an animal may be very beneficial to consider.  In shamanic traditions, one's relationship with a drum is unique and important.  One's relationship with the spirit of the animal, or its medicine qualities, can create an even richer relationship.  A simple way of finding the right skin to use, is to meditate, or to go into a clear state within yourself, and ask yourself what animal will support you, and what animal you will want to work with, or which animal wants to work with you, for the intention or intentions you want to use the drum. This can easily answer the question for what skin to use. For those working in a traditional way, the medicine quality of the animal you are working with, may be the most important ingredient in making your choice. For those in the Great Plains, Buffalo was the Great Gift of Spirit.  In the East, Moose serves much the same way.  Elk was a great medicine giver throughout much of the mountainous regions of North America.  Horse, though not indigenous to the Americas, has become a great medicine ally to its indigenous peoples.  It is one of the most popular medicine animals in Europe, where the indigenous peoples there worked with the horse as a tremendous ally.  Horse continues to be a strong ally where indigenous peoples still thrive, such as in Mongolia. Deer and Bear (when available) offer the medicine of the Great Mother in indigenous traditions. The deer represents the softer side of the feminine, such as the Heart of Compassion. Indeed the Buddha is often represented as a deer for this reason. Using the hide, like of all parts of an animal is, in indigenous philosophy, a way of honoring the animal and of completing the circle of life.  It is also a way of empowering ourselves with those qualities we wish to carry, imbue in our lives, and use as tools for healing in our practice, and in our prayers.  We do this with great care and respect. Below are some further understandings of the medicine qualities of these animals:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMoose - Feminine energies and the magic of life and death\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eElk - Strength and nobility\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeer - Gentleness and Innocence - Gentle luring to new Adventure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuffalo - Manifesting abundance through right action\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHorse - Power, travel and freedom\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthically Sourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe animals that are used to make our drums are used as medicine within the tradition of our drum maker. The animals are honored for their time on earth, and the benefit they bring to those using the drum. The hides are ethically sourced. For example, our horse hides come from horses who have died of natural causes. All of the animals were either wild, or have not been raise in confined spaces, nor tortured, nor were part of a slaughterhouse operation. The animals have all lived with space and freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrum Beaters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e  There are generally two types of drum beaters, soft and hard. Soft beaters have a more soft cushioned core, with a more flatter surface area to strike the drum. These drum beaters bring out the richer, deep, full bass notes of the drum. This is our highest recommendation for a drum beater. A hard beater is usually more traditional, is tightly wound in its core, and shaped more like a ball. 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He started making these drums out of necessity when he was younger and he didn't want to follow in his father's footsteps of working the land or in construction, so he started by helping a friend who made djembes, and branched out to find his unique drum style. He sees his drums as more than just instruments. To him, they are spiritual beings that help to connect us with Self, with Spirit, and with Source. He makes every single one with intention, with prayer, always honoring the animals that have passed as they transition into their new shapes as drums. He sees the process of making a drum as a journey of transformation, an opportunity to give these animals a second life to be reborn into these spiritual beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the drum is completely hand crafted by him. He builds the frames out of pine, pachaco or other types of wood available. He receives goat hides from close families, who would’ve otherwise discarded the fur. 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Voice of the drum.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcross traditions worldwide, the frame drum is honored as a sacred instrument—carrying the rhythm of life, the pulse of the Earth, and a direct connection between sound, spirit, and human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese traditional Native American-style frame drums are handcrafted with intention, care, and deep respect for both the materials and the lineage they represent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Living Instrument\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is more than an object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is created in a prayerful and intentional process, where the hide, the wood, and the maker all contribute to its voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an instrument that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ecarries a deep, resonant tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eresponds to the environment and the player\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003edevelops a relationship over 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a 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Voice of the drum.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcross traditions worldwide, the frame drum is honored as a sacred instrument—carrying the rhythm of life, the pulse of the Earth, and a direct connection between sound, spirit, and human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese traditional Native American-style frame drums are handcrafted with intention, care, and deep respect for both the materials and the lineage they represent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Living Instrument\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is more than an object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is created in a prayerful and intentional process, where the hide, the wood, and the maker all contribute to its voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an instrument that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ecarries a deep, resonant tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eresponds to the environment and the player\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003edevelops a relationship over 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a 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