Shamanic music is based on a simple trio of instruments: the drum, the  rattle, and the flute. The sound of the shaman's drum is very im...

Throughout human history, the drum has been far more than a musical instrument. It has been a messenger, a gathering point, a ceremonial voi...

Modern life places an enormous emotional burden on the human nervous system. Stress from work, family responsibilities, financial concerns, ...

Most drummers focus on one sensory modality: hearing. They listen for tempo, timing, tone, and dynamics. Every beat is evaluated by the ears...

In every corner of the world, from Indigenous ceremonies and village celebrations to modern community drum circles, people have gathered aro...