Samba fever is contagious !
Whoever's felt the heartbeat of the SURDO (SUR),
the "ratatatat" rattle of the TAMBORIM (TM),
the sassy sound of the CUICA (CUI) and the inspiring
howl of the SAMBA WHISTLE (SPF) is immediately taken
by rhythmic convulsions in hands and feet ...
no one is immune !
The BERIMBAO (BER) is an instrument used to accompany
the Brazilian martial art-dance of "Capoeira". The string is
struck with a thin bamboo stick and a snaring sound is made
with a metal ring or stone held in the other hand. The attached
calabash produces a muffled sound when pressed against the
drummer's body.
Furthermore we provide instruments as in the following :
CAIXA drums (CAI) with snare effect,
AGOGOS (AGO) of metal,
BONGOS(BON) of lathed wood,
EGG shakers (EGG) of synthetic material,
GANZAS (GAN) of aluminum,
MARACAS rattles (MAH) of wood,
PANDEIROS (PND) with synthetic coat or natural hide,
REPINIQUES (REP) of aluminum,
TIMBAS (TIM) of wood,
adjustable straps for samba instruments (TRG), and
TRIANGELS (TRI).
Samba-2 :
Samba-3 :
The TAMBOURINE DRUM (TA) and LOG DRUM (FA) of the
Pueblo Indians in New Mexico are still used today in ancient
traditional ceremonies that haven't changed in centuries.
The deep healing qualities of the TAMBOURINE DRUMS are already
being used today in many different meditative and therapeutic
settings.
TA2-motif_2 :
TA2-motif_3 :
TA2-motif_5 :
TA2-motif_6 :
TA2 with motif_8 :
Some of our TAMBOURINE DRUMS (HOF) are also
available with a leather handle with a soft sheepskin underside
and an adjustable "Velcro Closure" :
HOF 2 back side :
The POWWOW-DRUM (PW) is a very special instrument. It
has always been seen as a symbol for peace and understanding.
In intertribal gatherings of Native people, the POWWOW-DRUM is
an important element that brings "tribes" together.
Increasingly, POWWOW-DRUMS are being used for therapeutic practices.
Groups can gather around the drum or play them while walking in a
ceremony designed to foster inner peace.
CERA :
TA and HO :
The mystery of the RAINSTICK (RAI) is captured inside :
countless cactus thorns have been driven into the hollow core
of the cactus stem. They form a tightly woven net for tiny pebbles
to rain through. The tighter the net, the longer the "rain" falls
through to produce a calming and soothing sound effect.
The AQUAPHONE (WA.. in three sizes) produces mystical sounds (wale sounds, underwater echoes ...). The water-filled instrument can be played with a bow, with mallets or by hand.
You will be surprised by the sound of the ENERGY CHIMES (EN)
when you strike them ! The sound doesn't seem to end. The effect is
produced by the way the tubes are attached to the wooden holder
with a string.
If you would like to treat yourself to a short trip to the ocean,
you should get your hands on our OCEAN DRUM (OD). When the
metal balls roll across the drum head, they sound like a roaring ocean.
Further products of this group are :
Bar-Chimes (CHI) of brass,
"Floor Tom" (FLO) drum for kids,
Guiros (GUI) with scrapers,
Maracas rattles (MAK) with wooden handle,
rattle (RAZ) with hooves,
Panpipes (PAN) with 13-20 tones.
GUI, MAK and RAZ :
PAN :