Drum Birthing Workshop
Drum Birthing Workshop
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Unleash the rhythm of nature with a Spirit Drum - where craftsmanship meets ceremony.
Secure your spot in a Spirit Drum Creation/Birthing/Building Workshop today and experience the art of bringing your medicine drum to life, using sustainably harvested hides.
Please read everything and make sure you choose the city that you want to attend the workshop in, so we will have your supplies for you.
This is an opportunity to discover the ancient art of Tribal-style hand drum making through our Spirit Drum Creation Workshop. This deposit secures your spot in this unique and enriching experience, where you will learn modern techniques from expert craftspeople. Our sustainably harvested hides ensure a high-quality product that honors both the animal and its spiritual significance. You gain a beautiful instrument with exceptional sound quality. Join us on this journey of self-discovery, and musical enrichment today!
- Please take the time to read everything on this page before you use the links at the bottom to pay your deposit and final balance due.
- Be sure to select the location you want to build your drum at carefully, so that we have supplies there for you. Contact us if you make a mistake so we can fix it.
- There will be a couple of hours of standing and gripping/pulling with gentle strength.
- The smell of wet animal is noticeable while lacing the rawhide drum.
- This will be done outdoors, with an indoor back up plan.
- We will help you as needed. Everyone will take home a complete drum & drumstick.
- REGISTRATION (THE DEPOSIT) MUST BE PAID ON OR BEFORE the due date. Any deposits made after that without contacting Angela first will be refunded, minus any fees incurred. If we have extra hides available, I will make only those options purchasable.
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Must be at least 16 and able to follow directions & work independently.
You can hear some of our drums and learn more on our YouTube channel.
Your deposit is $100. Your remaining balance is due at the workshop. If you choose the 10" deer drum, you will owe $44 before, or at the start of workshop. We offer drums in 10" (child sized), 12", 14", 15" and 16" sizes, subject to availability.
- Create your own ancient tribal style frame drum and connect with its significance.
- The sustainably harvested hides used in the workshop ensure ethical production practices.
- With a $100 deposit, secure your spot at Spirit Drum Creation Workshop and take home a beautiful, well-crafted drum.
- Build community with other adults in your area.
Contact us to build an advanced drum or larger size. spiritrisingflorida@gmail.com
Pay your final balance due.
Find out what to bring and expect.
Learn how to care for your drum.
See the difference between 12", 14" and 16" buffalo drums.
Learn how to wrap your buckskin onto your dried drum.
By registering for this event, you acknowledge that this is a deposit, and there will be more money due at the time of the workshop. If you do not see a receipt right away, check your spam. You will be emailed a final balance and important information the week before your workshop.
The cancelation policy on drum birthing workshops depends on how much notice you give. See the refund policy at the bottom of our website for details.
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I have always dreamed of owning a drum, but never thought of making one for myself. Taking this workshop with Angela and Mike was an incredible experience for me. Before getting started they performed a clearing ceremony so that we could really connect with our drum. They were very organized and patient with each of us newbies. They explained everything in detail in the crafting and spiritual side of the drum. They played beautiful music while we were working. It was peaceful and relaxing as we were creating and connecting with our drum. Everyone in the class was a joy to meet. So friendly sharing stories of what brought them to the class. Afterwards we sat in a circle with our drums as Angela and Mike did a guided meditation. I felt so connected to my drum. It was mine and it spoke to me. My overall thought is just do it. Don't hesitate. This class/experience was worth every penny. And we couldn't have had better teachers. Love them both
Awe, thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to have helped your a dream come true!
We were a small group and had the undivided attention of Angela and Mike. Every facet of making the drums were easy to follow. The spiritual intent was well respected and received. Our drums came out great and sound awesome.
Thank you.
Angela and Mike were the most patient, gentle guides in birthing my first drum. I highly recommend them as guides whether it's your first time or your a seasoned builder. They made the experience fun, intimate, and absolutely magical!
We're so glad that you enjoyed the experience!
I really and truly enjoyed the creation of my drum. I’ll be making more with them in the future!
For a very long time I felt the call to build a spirit drum but the right opportunity had been elusive. That all changed when I received the email from Spirit Rising offering a day long workshop to build a 14" Deer drum. I paused for only a fraction of a second before hitting the purchase button, answering the call, and signing up. Anticipation built and built until July 2nd arrived and I drove to the workshop.
It was the most amazing experience possible. From the moment, I arrived and throughout the day, Mike and Angela were the most wonderful facilitators. They allowed the experience to unfold in a ceremonial way - guiding me to call in the my spirit and my heart to play with and layer in with the deer as the drum came to life. Their instructions were clear and they answered any and every question and need for assistance. When my drum decided she needed a little more attention through lacing and re-lacing, they were patient and kind.
If you feel the call to build your own drum, you don't need to look further than a workshop with these two beautiful human beings. You will leave with a gorgeous instrument connected to you in ways you cannot fathom having had an experience that will stay with you for quite some time.
OMG Alma, your review is so amazing and generous! I even have a couple tears in the corner of my eyes!!! I can't wait to share your review with Mike. He's not usually as emotional as I am, nor is he on his moon cycle, so he might not cry, but I know he will appreciate it too!!
Thank you so much!
Angela
I have always dreamed of owning a drum, but never thought of making one for myself. Taking this workshop with Angela and Mike was an incredible experience for me. Before getting started they performed a clearing ceremony so that we could really connect with our drum. They were very organized and patient with each of us newbies. They explained everything in detail in the crafting and spiritual side of the drum. They played beautiful music while we were working. It was peaceful and relaxing as we were creating and connecting with our drum. Everyone in the class was a joy to meet. So friendly sharing stories of what brought them to the class. Afterwards we sat in a circle with our drums as Angela and Mike did a guided meditation. I felt so connected to my drum. It was mine and it spoke to me. My overall thought is just do it. Don't hesitate. This class/experience was worth every penny. And we couldn't have had better teachers. Love them both
Awe, thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to have helped your a dream come true!
We were a small group and had the undivided attention of Angela and Mike. Every facet of making the drums were easy to follow. The spiritual intent was well respected and received. Our drums came out great and sound awesome.
Thank you.
Angela and Mike were the most patient, gentle guides in birthing my first drum. I highly recommend them as guides whether it's your first time or your a seasoned builder. They made the experience fun, intimate, and absolutely magical!
We're so glad that you enjoyed the experience!
I really and truly enjoyed the creation of my drum. I’ll be making more with them in the future!
For a very long time I felt the call to build a spirit drum but the right opportunity had been elusive. That all changed when I received the email from Spirit Rising offering a day long workshop to build a 14" Deer drum. I paused for only a fraction of a second before hitting the purchase button, answering the call, and signing up. Anticipation built and built until July 2nd arrived and I drove to the workshop.
It was the most amazing experience possible. From the moment, I arrived and throughout the day, Mike and Angela were the most wonderful facilitators. They allowed the experience to unfold in a ceremonial way - guiding me to call in the my spirit and my heart to play with and layer in with the deer as the drum came to life. Their instructions were clear and they answered any and every question and need for assistance. When my drum decided she needed a little more attention through lacing and re-lacing, they were patient and kind.
If you feel the call to build your own drum, you don't need to look further than a workshop with these two beautiful human beings. You will leave with a gorgeous instrument connected to you in ways you cannot fathom having had an experience that will stay with you for quite some time.
OMG Alma, your review is so amazing and generous! I even have a couple tears in the corner of my eyes!!! I can't wait to share your review with Mike. He's not usually as emotional as I am, nor is he on his moon cycle, so he might not cry, but I know he will appreciate it too!!
Thank you so much!
Angela