It is my newest fun acquisition. A tongue drum. I decided to add beautiful notes of music to my day.
It is a drum made of titanium steel and I don't need to study to learn how to play it. You can hit one note with the mallet and it rings out in a calm musical sound. I play it to lighten my mood, also before I pray, and some people say the notes vibrate in a healing way. I found a book I may buy which has Christian hymns for tongue drum. You can also play it with your hands and with finger tip covers that they include. I bought this drum a few days ago and am almost addicted to it. The sounds are so melodic.
I only heard of the tongue drum a week ago and bought it rather on a whim, after I listened to a video of the beautiful mystical sounds it gives. People often use these drums for African and Caribbean music, and for meditation and prayer.
Being a senior citizen I like trying new things, it might keep me young, and my drum means I have added music to my day.
In response to some of your comments, you can buy these drums at local music stores, or local drum stores, and online in places like walmart.com Mine has 11 notes and is about 12 inches across. Children love these tongue drums and they are a great introduction to playing and enjoying music. Some drums are only 6 inches across and a great size for children and travel. Mine came with a nylon travel case and strap and I am going to take mine to outdoor meetings with friends to show them and let them try it.
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What a fascinating instrument! I have a blind granddaughter who is musically inclined. I'm thinking that she would love something like this! We all need a little peace in our lives!
I did recognize that drum. I had seen them at a studio during a city art festival four or five years ago. I will second your opinion -- they make a lovely sound that does have a spiritual quality to it.
I've never heard of it but it DOES sound interesting...and soothing! Thanks for sharing! I'll search online to learn more about it!
Very unique!
Barb, a tongue drum would be a fun gift for your blind granddaughter, and people who want to encourage music in their children give them as gifts. There are small tongue drums too, about six inches across, and there are a wide range of prices. Many of them come with songbooks of children's songs and you can also buy the books separately.
Interesting.
I have never heard of this drum! Must explore! Thank you for sharing.
I was going to guess a bowling ball. (LOL)
I love discovering new and unique items for future gifting. Off to Google tongue drums, now. Have a great day!
I love it...finally, a musical instrument that I might actually be able to play.
What a wonderful find, Terra. I'm off to YouTube to see if I can hear a tongue drum's beautiful sounds. Thank you for sharing! ~Andrea xoxoxo
Wow! Thank you for posting about it. I have not seen or heard of one before. It is a fantastic gift idea!
I thought it was little, but I Googled it and I see that it is big, and makes a lovely sound.
I have never heard of tongue drums but they sounds fascinating. I must ask my son who is very musically if he's heard of them. Also I'll look them up on You tube.
I knew what your mystery pic was the minute I clicked on your blog! I took up the Djembe a few years ago and have been thinking about getting a tongue drum. Where did you purchase yours? Enjoy it!
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I've never heard of this before. Would love to hear what it sounds like. It sure is a pretty color
Never heard of that before. Bet it sounds really nice.
The first picture looked a bit like a yoyo to me! :)
What a wonderful friend for begining a prayer - - - I can imagine, the sound you make with this mystical drum ist heavenly!
Sounds interesting will have to find if utube have videos on it.
you have adopted a lovely sweet hobby dear Terra
i Love music absolutely and it transforms my mood instantly :)
blessings to you and loved ones !
How absolutely wonderful. I had never hear of such a drum.
Never heard of it before, but I would imagine it would have benefits similar to sound therapy. Rhythmic drumming is very therapeutic. Enjoy.
I've never heard of one before but am fascinated and shall look it up.
This is a new one for me! I've never heard of a tongue drum, but it sounds fascinating! Enjoy your new "toy"! Sounds like fun!!
Whoa, this is NEW to me. And it prompts a Google search for it's sound!!
Tongue drum....
With that name, and those drawing on it....
Well, how can I be faulted for wondering.....
If it was played, with one's tongue?????????
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What a wonderfully cool idea. Thanks.
Never heard of it, so I had to google and find a YouTube video to get an idea of the sound :)
You are such a wonderful and talented lady with a big kind heart. I always remember how oyu sent me a story of a tea cup I had found in the thrift store. Still makes me smile. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Amazing ! Never heard about such a drum and it looks beautiful !
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This tongue drum would be wonderful to have. I think all ages could enjoy it. I might have to get one that I can share with my grandson. He would love, love it. Thanks!
So cool!
You sure have fun. That is a cool looking drum set. :-)
That is SO COOL! I used to facilitate a women's drumming circle and we would have loved to have you and your tongue drum there!
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