EARTH TONES STUDIO

At Earth Tones Studio, John teaches workshops on how to make drums as well as percussion instruments, including found materials such as durable PVC plumbing pipe. He facilitates drumming circles and soundscapes for people of all ages who respond to the call and the dance of the drumbeat. His passion is building traditional world drums including the African Djembe, Taiko drums made from PVC, Ashiko and Fram e drum s as well as drums and percussion instruments crafted from Hard Shelled Gourds. He is creative and artistic and is always coming up with new junk percussion ideas for fun and entertainment. He also sells the drums that he makes. Drum building supplies are available for purchase. Skins, rope, rings, drum shells... We sell the drums! We sell percussion instruments. We also sell drum making supplies. Be sure to visit our blog page to find out what's happening or our workshop page for more detailed information or to the gallery page for pictures of instruments your or your group..