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Medicine Drum
A medicine drum, also known as a shamanic drum or a sacred drum, is a traditional and culturally significant musical instrument used by various indigenous and shamanic traditions around the world.
It typically consists of a circular frame made from wood or metal, over which a membrane or drumhead, often made from animal hide, is stretched and secured. The frame is laced or tied with rawhide or leather to hold the drumhead in place. The size, materials, and design of a medicine drum can vary significantly depending on the culture and the specific purpose it serves.
You will be guided on how to bring your medicine drum to LIFE! You will be shown how to connect your drum with your heart, listen to your drum, and care for your drum.
GT will also share with you some Shamanic chanting, medicine songs and more!
What Is a Medicine Drum for?
Medicine drums hold deep spiritual and ceremonial significance in many indigenous cultures and shamanic practices. They are used for various purposes, including:
Healing: Medicine drums are often used in healing rituals and ceremonies. The rhythmic beating of the drum is believed to facilitate a trance-like state, where healers or shamans can connect with the spirit world and access guidance and healing energy.
Journeying: In shamanic traditions, the drum's repetitive beat is used to induce altered states of consciousness, allowing practitioners to embark on shamanic journeys or spiritual quests to gain insights, seek answers, and connect with the spirit realm.
Ceremonial and Ritual Use: Medicine drums are central to many indigenous ceremonies and rituals, such as those related to rites of passage, initiations, and celebrations. They often serve as a means of communicating with the spirit world and the ancestors.
Connection to Nature: The drum is often seen as a way to connect with the natural world and the forces of nature. It is believed to carry the heartbeat of the Earth and the spirits of the land.
Cultural Expression: Medicine drums are also important cultural and artistic expressions, often adorned with intricate designs and symbols that convey the stories, traditions, and values of the indigenous communities that create and use them.
