Log Drums
Log Drums are large double ended drums, traditionally Native American Indian in style. They are made by patiently hollowing out solid logs and stretching natural skin over both ends to produce a deep sonorous tone.
Carved and sculptured from reclaimed tree trunks log drums are double ended drums. The drum heads and lacing are hand fleshed cow skin creating its unique tone: Deep and earthy, reaching for the sky. These drums are created over many days and are hand finished.
The natural shape of the tree is maintained so each drum is truly one of a kind. I make my own bees wax wood polish to enhance the story lines (the grain) of the trees. Logs used are slash pine, blue gum, red iron bark. These are in order of weight, with slash pine being much lighter than iron bark.
Traditionally, a log chosen for a drum has a hole (a ‘pipe’) in it which is then hand chiseled to a thin frame. Of uncomplicated (simple)(straightforward) design and construction, it is a beautiful instrument that sounds at home no matter where she is played.
Play with hands or any type of beater for a drum song to remember.
I love the log drum. She was the first drum I made. It was the spirit of the log drum that created my connection with the power of the drum. It forged a memory of times long ago and a great peace that dwells within me. Through my hands on her skin I felt the thunder of the buffalo. With my hands on her skin, I could hear the songs of celebration and stories of today becoming the legends of tomorrow.
I could smell the white sage burning. I felt for the first time that I belonged to this tribe. This tribe of the drum and white sage.
Little Log Drums
Made from recycled tins covered with fabric with drum heads and lacing made of real raw hide. Thick cotton rope for handle. Bright of color, energy and sound.
Little Log Drums sound best played with the fingers nearest to the rim. A joy to play, purely indulges the child within. Made from non-toxic materials.
A Little Log Drums makes a suitable gift for all ages.
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