Collection: Getting Creative

While Cooperman Classic Models are the "standard," the benchmark design for our frame drums, adding embellishments - like jingle plates, or rings, or snare strings- or varying the "architecture" of the drum - like very deep or shallow shells - can change the tonal palette of the drum.  Similarly, altering the dimensions or the grip can facilitate a unique playing style.  Once you've become comfortable with the simple tar drum, it's time to explore the full range of frame drum possibilities.

Check out some of the most popular embellished drums:
Bendir - add snare strings to create a haunting buzz sound 
Riq tambourine - a traditional jingled drum
add rings or bells  for shaking and scratching sounds - Dafs, Dayerehs, Ghavals.
change up the bearing-edge geometry and grip - Asheville Rhythm drums.

Consider how you might include one of our "fusion/hybrid" drums into your mix: Hadjira or Todd Roach Hybrid Tambourine.

Get wildly Creative in an ancient way with a Tympanum drum, or wildly modern with a SlapBack99!