The drum is a sacred object for the Aboriginal people. This is the oldest musical instrument they use. It holds an important place at the dances and powwows.
There are drums of different sizes. Their shape means several things: they are round like the earth, the sun and the full moon, and also like the circle of life.
Playing the drum is a way of communicating with animal spirits. The beat of the drum reproduces the heartbeat.
Because they are sacred objects, drums cannot be placed directly on the ground, and not everyone can play them. During a ceremony, it is also forbidden to lean over a drum or set an object on top of it.