Native Drum Making Workshop
by Richard & Klaudija
July 26/09
9:30 am- 5pm
Drums have been used for thousands of years and by many cultures as a tool to aid in meditation
and to achieve a state of trance. The drum beat works as a resonance of the sound of the human
heartbeat and the rhythm of the heartbeat of Mother Earth. This connection of the drum and the
heart as the centre and the source of life promotes "oneness" between man and nature.
The drum is usually made from the skin of a deer, bear, caribou, elk, or buffalo. A softened hide is
stretched over a wood frame and tied with sinew, then dried and tightened.
In the workshop you will create your own deer hide drum and beater listening to
native teachings and uses for the drum as you work. This will take approximately 4 hours,
During the following week you may see patterns appear representing totems or personal symbols
as the drum dries. The workshop will include a meditation to align with the spirit
of your drum; a birthing ritual to connect to your drum’s individual ‘voice’ and drumming circle
All materials are included in the workshop fee.
All materials are of high quality.
14” drum $255
16” drum $266
18” drum $277
Bring your lunch.
Workshop must be paid by July 16/09 in advance to allow for material
purchases and preparation.
Pre-Register at (416) 888-0848
(Klaudija)
Workshop must be paid by July 16/09 in advance to allow for material
purchases and preparation at
