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These beautiful handmade Shamanic drums are made to order with natural hide and traditionally hand cut lacing and made in a mindful way, in ceremony and with an individual blessing.
Traditional Cross Handle
The symbol of the equal armed cross is an ancient symbol, carved into rock and painted on cave walls for millennia. It is known as the solar cross, and for many symbolises the medicine wheel, the four directions, the four, and the four seasons. This style of drum is the traditional handle style of the Coastal Salish peoples of North America.
Options for the Hide
The Horse
Horse is generally darker in colour
The Horse is a symbol of moving forward with power and determination. The Shamanic Drum is also known as the “Shaman’s Horse” as the Shaman rides on the back of the rhythm into the journey. As such, horse drums are often great as journeying drums.
The Stag
Stag is often a light/dark tan colour
The stag is a symbol of strength, of standing tall and proud and pushing through adversity with those powerful antlers that carry so much timeless wisdom. Working with the stag medicine, one maintains focus on their goals and plans, and with their head down and driving forward, can overcome all obstacles.
The Reindeer
Reindeer is often a cream colour
The Reindeer is a gentle spirit and a great healer. Just like the Reindeer in the Father Christmas story, the Reindeer represents the journey in the other worlds. In Mongolia, there are carved depictions of Reindeer flying in the sky dating back to 3,000 years ago. Reindeer drums are often great journeying drums or personal drums.
Crystal bound into the handle
It is possible to have a CRYSTAL bound into the handle. Please tell us what crystal you would like, or if you would prefer no crystal. We are able to use many and most crystals for the handle, though if you require something special for the handle of your drum, we will discuss this individually with you. In some cases, it may require an extra cost to order the stone.
Included with Your Bespoke Shamanic Drum
Each bespoke drum also comes with a handmade beater and a protective drum bag included in the price.
Our signature canvas drum bag is fleece lined to help protect the drum during travel and storage, while also making it easier to carry your drum safely to circles, ceremonies, workshops, and gatherings.
Your beater is individually selected to accompany the drum itself, using carefully selected materials chosen to complement the tone, feel, and character of the drum.
Size
With regard to size, generally, the larger the drum is, the deeper the tone is.
Processing Time
Each Bespoke Shamanic Drum is individually prepared and made to order, currently take up to 3-4 months to prepare, birth and allow to dry completely before sending on to you.
Sustainability
At Heron Drums, we work with natural materials and animal hides - this way the strength and the spirit of the animal and the tree live on and its heartbeat will take so many on beautiful journeys. All of the hides and hoops for our shamanic drums are ethically and sustainably sourced, meaning that the hides are sourced from wild culled stags, where the hides are otherwise discarded, and the wood for the hoops is from sustainably managed forests. Because of this, patterns and styles will vary.
