Choosing Ceremonial Drums For Native Drumming Groups
Because I love southwest decorating, I recently added ceremonial drums as part of the rustic, southwest decor in my new home. I was so impressed with the authentic, rustic feel that the Native American drums created in my home, that I began learning about the history and the influential role they play in Native cultures.
If you are like me, you have probably seen how significant ceremonial drums are to the Native culture but do not know their importance in tribal ceremonies or how exactly they are used. Every tribe is different in how they use ceremonial drums but one similarity between each tribe is that the Native drums are very symbolic and part of the main focus of the ceremony.
Throughout my research, I have found that learning about these drums truly grants you a great appreciation of the American Indian culture and their customs. As you start reading about ceremonial drums, you will find it very intriguing that the native people consider the ceremonial drum to be sacred. They are most often used in powwows, Shamanic ceremonies and honor ceremonies to call on the Spirits and to connect with their creator.
It is believed that each drum holds a spirit and that the drum beat signifies the heart beat of Mother Nature. Since the drum is believed to connect the people with the spirit world and guide the a healer in helping his people, you will find that they are commonly used by the healers or Shaman to enter the trance-like state, known as the Shamanic journey, needed to communicate with the Spirits.
Also, as you study the importance of ceremonial drums in today’s culture, you will see that Native Indian drums have a significant part in the preservation of
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