I was interested in ashiko drums making,(Ghana)west africa as hobby only,and wonder if and what are some simple steps,I am in a farley limited market area in north central Sask. Canada so exotic woods are out until maybe I know what I'm doing.Any help or basic tips greatly appreciated Thanks
homemade drum making
Feb 13, 2006
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I have a book on the subject..Let me look it up, And I will scan the pages and send them via email.
any fairly hard dense wood will make a decent sounding drum. use what is local to you- elk hide and maple, perhaps?
Hi Andy,
There is a book I found recently called " Making Drums" by Dennis Waring. It seemed like a great book with detailed pictures etc. and covered most drums. Where about are you located in Sask? I am in Hudson Bay and am going to make a Dj'embe' hopefully this year. I'm going to make one about
14 to 16 inches in diameter at the large end and most likely about 24 inches tall. I'd be interested in chatting with you about drum making.Bernie.
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