Winterizing You And Your Drum

Wow, it has been some time since I posted. Life, I guess. Well let us tackle this winterizing subject. Both you and your drum need to be able to withstand all that the winter throws us. From extreme cold to running into dry, hot air. Lets start with moisturizing. We, meaning you and your drum, both need shea butter to keep us moisted (a new word) up. Drum heads are skin and will dry up which could shorten its life. You know, if you ever had your head tear on you when it had just reached its 'best sound ever' can be quite traumatic. So that said, "What is the proper amount of shea for my head?" you ask. Too much would be scraping your fingernail across the head and using the shea collected to moisturize your hands. Too little would probably result, eventually, in a popped head. If you are not sure use your best judgment or ask your teacher or another drummer for their opinion. In order to not overdue the shea on the head here is my simple tip...put shea on your hands and massage the shea into the drum head. Don't forget the sides. Play at will. That's it! Easy! I totally recommend using pure shea butter with essential oils only. No chemicals. Note: shea butter in its raw form will go rancid after time. Adding essential oils such as grapefruit & vitamin E will help prolong its life. Most drum shops will carry shea.
Next tip is
NEVER KEEP YOUR DRUM IN YOUR CAR IN EXTREME CONDITIONS
I can't stress this enough. I have repaired many heads & shells because of drummers not realizing how much power temperature has over the well being of your drum. Extreme hot or cold can pop the head and/or create cracks in the shell which can be devastating for your drum and you also. So please treat your drum like you would an infant and take it inside with you during adverse weather. Who knows, you may attract someone who is interested in drumming or find a fellow drummer either way you win! Have fun drumming. Questions? Just email Kam at notbongos@gmail.com

Wow, a little behind here..

So, I guess we haven't been keeping up with this one! Here is the latest news.

March 27th, 8:30-9:30 Drumming in the Dark for Earth Hour at The DrumZZone.

Drum Circle at TheDrumZZone is first monday in April and then we are doing Drumming on Earth Day Thursday April 22nd 7:00-8:30pm and we are having a celebration on April24...everything EARTH! A lot going on that day at TheDZ.

We are studying frame, doumbek and riq all summer with Judy Piazza and taking registration now.

Gotta go !

DrumZZone Drumming at Ross Park Zoo

African Drum Jam at the Binghamton Zoo!

Join us at the Ross Park Zoo on Saturday, Aug 8 from 11am til 3ish for a drumming experience!

This event is for everyone! By the way it is Pirate & Caribbean Day so come and enjoy all the fun! Aargh!

Drumzzone Drum circle MONDAY NIGHT!

Endwell Methodist Church

7:30-9:00pm

YES, this is what you all have been waiting for! Sooo, bring your friends and family, your drums and percussion, your great energy and join us for a jammin' kickin' time! Donation required. Hope to see you there.

Drum Circle

Going to the Orb Festival? Bring your drum or percussion instrument and join us, Elizabeth & Kam, as we lead the drum circle tonight and saturday night. We will be bringing drums for sale if you are looking!! See you there!