From a vision of indigenous grandmothers and many hands of the multicultural Alaskan community, the large, seven-foot diameter, crystal inlaid, GrandMother Drum was built in 2000. The GrandMother Drum is traveling the world as an international symbol of the Universal Heart that connects all races and all cultures of the human family.

The GrandMother Drum is a living, beating symbol from the hearts of the grandmothers that we are all one people, that Mother Earth is our one country, that love is stronger than fear and that peace and freedom are the birthrights of all humanity. The drum is the centerpiece of creating celebrations that honor the unique gifts and spiritual traditions of the diverse cultures of the human family with the theme: The Heartbeat of One Family, One Earth. The dynamic multicultural performances share an explosive mix of thundering primal rhythms, irresistible music and dance

The largest drum of its kind in the world, the GrandMother Drum took over a year to construct, and has over 1500 strips of wood, two hundred crystals inlaid in its kettle base and is covered by one giant buffalo hide. All this combined produces a phenomenal sound that not only stirs the soul, but has a tremendous healing effect on the body.

The GrandMother Drum brings this message to:
• International Peace and Reconcilation Gatherings
• Local and International Conferences
• Concerts and World Music Festivals
• Universities, Museums and Schools
• Traditional Indigenous Ceremonies and Cultural Gatherings
• Gatherings on Earth Stewardship and Environmental Awareness
• Workshops in the Cultural, Healing and Spiritual Arts

"When people of diverse cultures are beating together around a thundering seven-foot heartbeat, they get it," says drum keeper White Eagle, "They remember who they are and what is really important- caring, sharing and respecting one another. GrandMother Drum is electrifying-she is absolutely contagious!"

TESTIMONIALS:

"Just wanted to let you know we are still hearing storys from people that were at the Prayerformance in Loveland, Colorado and how it was life changing for them." -Beverly Pope, Colorado Host

"I have been greeted by many with the thanks of bringing the GrandMother Drum and Barry Goldstein to Colorado. All have been extremely touched in a deep way that has changed their life. Sharon Kelly, Think Big Productions

"I was very moved by your strong, loving presence and the Grandmother Drum at the Sound Healing Conference in San Francisco. You are doing beautiful work! "-Christine

" The evening of May 29th in Canby, Orregon is truely a life altering experience. I am so grateful for that opportunity. The folks I brought with me have also shared their stories. I send my appreciation for your efforts on our behalf."-Dodie Taylor, EarthHeart DrumKeeper, Oregon

" I am continually giving thanks that I met you all. Your energy is so important in this world - the work you allow to happen through you... I am so glad you're here. I will also give my best to love this Mother Earth, and to learn more and more how to be here lovingly." Love, Patty Tucker, from New Hampshire.

"I just wanted to thank you for the fantastic evening in Loveland, Colorado. It
was awesome."Love, Brenda TenCate

" As I read the newsletter I was filled with healing love here in my room in Wagga Wagga Australia. Your newsletters are so imprortant in keepng the connection healthy and vital. I send my love and ask for blessings on this wonderful tour as you open yourselves to the healing of Mother Earth's Waters. Kaye and I, who both attended the Midwives' Ceremonial Birthing of Grandmother Drum at Gaia Ridge in Australia in 2002 will be drumming together on our own baby drums this coming Sunday. We will be with you in our hearts." Love Jan Roberts, Australia

"Much love to you dear one for all that you give and share with us. It takesa great commitment, effort, will, and power to walk the path as you do. You are great inspiration to me and you keep awakening my heart like a shine star it can look up to in awe and be reminded of why we are here. When I imagine the future with the whirling rainbow family in it, and you in it, it draws out as a magnificent painting of love, strength, courage, and grace."
Tom Zamir, Colorado

"You are doing great work! Thank you! greetings from Innsbruck/Austria
-Carsten

" I just wanted to express another heartfelt thank you for starting your tour in Loveland, Colorado. It was such an awesome and incredible evening. I felt so blessed to have been there. Having the opportunity of drumming the Granmother Drum helped ignite my urge to play my drum again. I might even join the Loveland drum group if I can get up enough nerve!! I also love reading your newsletters about the continuing journey. All I can say is thank you! thank you! thank you! BIG HUGS, Gloria Crockett, Loveland Colorado

"I wanted to tell you how grateful I am for your ceremony in Chattanooga a week ago. It was mesmerizing. I felt the drum vibrating my entire body while we were laying on the floor and saw the energy grid lines coming down and connecting through my heart into the earth.
I appreciate your great heart and admire the way in which you shine your light so brightly so that others may see themselves reflected in your eyes and then joyfully give ourselves permission to shine even brighter. Keep following the path of pure love. Love, Molly

"I attended your ceremony in Chattanooga . I was so moved by the Drum and
singing.Your journey is a wonderful thing. I think people can come together and heal.This has the capacity to reach a lot of people in a manner that Unites Spiritually. -Sue Hansard.

"I so enjoyed the experience with you all and the Grandmother Drum Friday night in Moorestown, NJ. Please know it was a healing experience for all of us present and the experience is one we will not soon forget. The drum is magnificent and the drumming was indescribable. It was a humbling experience. Thank you for all that you do."
Blessings, Pamela

""Did so enjoy meeting you in Chattanooga, TN couple weeks ago now.....your "call" is a BIG ONE!!!!!!!! I honor your Sacred Path, knowing the mighty responsibility involved!!!! 'Thank you' for acceptingsuch a significant role in the healing process of Mother Earth and her
inhabitants......we each contribute to the whole, yes? Sometimes we toooften forget the Oneness is composed of many little Ones!!! Each contributing their part!! Jennifer, Chattanoga

"I would like to express my gratitude and the honor that I feel for being able to be in ceremony with you and the Grandmother Drum.I honor you for your courage and commitment to follow the guidance given to you by the Grandmothers, and your sacrifice to be on the road and carry this medicine to the people. I am also grateful for the healing and guidance that your work and Grandmother Drum has inspired within me."