Most Magickal folk keep a bag full of useful tools, yet few are more revered than the drum. Here's your opportunity to update your bag with this most ancient of the tools, made with your own two hands!
Join HeartScapes Studio this December as we host master drum-maker Don Schultz for this hands-on in-person workshop! We use many drums at HeartScapes, many of which were made by Don, or by our own hands at one of his workshops. It’s always an honor to host this magikal-making ritual/workshop!
Read to the end for options, pricing and FAQs.
NOTE: You’ll register and pre-pay directly with Don, see below for links. Last year this workshop sold out, so register early to ensure your spot!
Drum Playshop Prices:
Deer -
14" - $160
16" - $180
18" - $210
Horse -
14" - $160
16" - $180
18" - $210
20" - $260
Elk -
14" - $180
16" - $200
18" - $230
20" - $280
Buffalo -
16" - $230
18" - $260
20" - $320
"Repeat Offenders" can contact me directly for "off menu" options.
Note that not all hides come in all sizes. Why? Simply, over the years, I've learned which ones work best at what range and this represents the best set of choices.
All paid registrations are due by 04/10/23. No Exceptions.
Payment by:
Venmo: @Donald-Schulz-6
PayPal,
Facebook Pay,
PayPal invoice by e-mail,
CC by phone,
or check by snail mail as long as I get it before the due date.
To confirm your size and drum type, contact Don by e-mail - drummaker@thedifferentdrum.net,
or by text or phone @ (916) 835-1863
Drum FAQ:
"Are these Native American drums?"
Yes and no. Yes, Native Americans still make similar drums, but so do a lot of other cultures around the world. These are, essentially, the same kind of drums any of our ancestors might have made thousands of years ago when they were still working with stone tools - only better, thanks to a little modern technology that help longevity. They're truly Pan-cultural and practically part of our DNA - no matter what your background.
"What are my hide selections?"
Buffalo, Elk, Horse, or Deer. These are all hunted animals - except the horse, which are of natural deaths - and are all blessed and all the parts used long before I ever see the hides.
"What are the differences?"
Tough question to answer, as every drum is utterly different than every other one (the beauty of this particular medium), but IN GENERAL:
~Buffalo - deeper pitch, less resonant, more grounding, heavier.
~Elk - Medium to higher pitch, most versatile, longer resonance, energy varies. Elk is my "go to" hide for almost everything.
~Deer - light weight, higher pitched, simple, clean resonance, very "air"/"Higher chakra" kind of feeling.
~Horse - These can be really all over the place, so no guarantees here, but they tend to be a great option for those that aren't a fan of the hunted species.
Again, remember, these are generalizations (really, I can't stress this enough) and what your drum becomes is also DIRECTLY related to your personal energy resonance.
"What size can I make?"
14", 16", 18" and 20" Yes, generally, bigger is deeper and louder. If you want to wake the dead, do a 20" Buffalo. For ceremonial/divining work, a 16" Elk or deer might be a better choice. You get the idea.
"What if I want to make something bigger?"
Great! At that point, they get pretty time consuming and aren't group class friendly. Talk to me about what you'd like to do and we'll arrange to have you come up to my Home workshop in Nor Cal for a 1-on-1 session. This works REALLY well for mother drums if you're so inclined.
"What do I have to bring?"
A sunny disposition, a sense of adventure, and two hands (or a friend with two hands). I supply all the hide, hoops, tools, and materials for drum sticks. Of course, drum sticks!!
"Will we be decorating our drums?"
Nope, not this time, but I'll happily answer all your questions as to how to personalize your new baby.
"How long does it take?"
About 2-3 hours, depending on the group. About 3-7 days before the drum is ready to play.
“Do we get to take them home?”
Of course! What would be the fun, otherwise?
Well, that should cover most of the questions, but please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.