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Native drum ceremonies are very important to the Native American people and have always been an expression of their heritage and beliefs. In the past, these ceremonies were a regular part of life, depicting in ritual style the many facets of Native life.Today they still exist for the same reasons and are an important way for native people to stay in touch with not only each other, but also their roots in a world that is modernizing around them. There have been many native tribes, some now los …

Native American drums have always occupied a place of significance in celebrations, ceremonies and spiritual events among various Native American tribes. While dancing to the beats of sacred drums, and chanting spiritual hymns, tunes and songs, the Native Indians endeavor to seek closeness with their creator. Just as many cultures prescribe peaceful meditation to become one with nature, the drum beating and chanting is the Native Indian way of prayer and meditation.The drums used by the Indians …

Have you ever wondered how exactly pow wow drums are used? I had, but never really knew they played such an important role in the Native American culture. I had the opportunity to attend one of these events, and started talking to the American Indian singers about the important part the pow wow drum plays in the ceremony. Native drum groups understand the importance and significant role of this type of drum in their culture, but most people I come across have only a vague idea of how the na …