Turtle Drums grew out of my need to get drums out into the world. After making my first drum, there was nothing to do but order an entire elk hide, 4 frames and begin my mission.

Turtle Drums have since found their way around the world, from musicians in Australia to First Nation members in Canada to shamans in the Ecuadoran Highlands. My call to drumming reaches back to my earliest childhood memories and continues to renew itself. The work I’ve done with Vermont druids, Ecuadoran shamans, and lessons drawn from numerous workshops and readings over the years influence the ceremony that goes into the birthing of these drums.

I have studied clairvoyance, spirit communication, and the healing powers of crystals. By using these skills, I empower my drums to bring a needed voice to the world. Each one is unique in its song and energy. By creating a sacred space in which to do this work, I find peace in the process and great joy in the completion.

I trust you will enjoy my offerings.

~Dan