Protest Drumming
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Protest Bucket Drum
As drumliners, we often stand at attention pondering life’s tough questions. Things like: “What am I doing here? Why do I drum? Why is that hot guardie wearing a bikini top while I’m trying to concentrate on this lick? Why are the pit girls all wearing French braids?”
You are not alone in feeling lost and confused. Hear us now. No longer must you drum without a cause. e|drumline.com has the cure for your condition. Protest Drumming!
In edrumline.com’s tireless quest to bring you the inside scoop of drumline, we bring to you:
The Art of Protest Drumming – A Two Part Feature
- Construction
- Rules
Protest Drum – An Introduction
Drums have historically been a valuable tool for human communication. Today, that tradition continues as drums are used to advance social change. Protest drums bring rhythm and festive energy to otherwise dull event. With drums, marches and demonstrations become lively, aggressive, confrontational, and effective. Protest drums tell the world that things are about to change. Protest drums tell the world that trouble is on the horizon.
Protest drumming is about using rhythm to bring about perceived necessary change. It’s about demonstrating for the causes that matter most. Protest drummers are the leaders of revolution! They hold the keys to a better future. Whether it’s disrupting meetings or shutting down the voices of others, protest drummers can do the job.