Drum Circle

X8 Drums is proud to announce that they have joined MENC as a corporate member, thereby continuing their commitment to the promotion of music as a daily part of every student's education.

From the time our children are babies, they respond to the sounds of music. We play sing-a-long games with our infants, and music plays a big part in the makeup of their playthings. As children grow and are exposed more widely to music, their knowledge of the world around them expands. Children learn about culture and heritage through musical expression, and schools are now placing a wider importance on music as a way to facilitate learning.

X8 Drums has long since believed in assisting those educators who are struggling to keep musical education in the classroom. Studies have shown that students who participate in music training are more focused, well adjusted, and work better as a team than those who have not. Drum circles in particular are an excellent way to teach relationship skills and rhythm.

In this light, X8 Drums is proud to announce that it has joined the National Association for Music Education (MENC) to continually promote the importance of art education. "X8 Drums & Percussion is pleased to partner with MENC. Our participation recognizes the importance of music & arts education in standard school curriculums across the country," said Mark Stancato, X8 Drums & Percussion President and CEO. "Exposing the children to music positively affects their IQ, reading age and the development of certain parts of the brain. Studying music can help in other avenues of life after graduation as well."

MENC is the world's largest arts education organization, and they focus on all aspects of music education. With nearly 100,0000 members that represent educators from high school to preschool, MENC's focus is to ensure that every student has access to an arts education. By partnering with MENC, X8 Drums can continue to spread the importance of the arts as a vital part of every school’s curriculum.

About X8drums.com:
X8 Drums is the premier online store for all things djembe. Working closely with school districts and educators across the country, X8 Drums creates packages and selects the appropriate instruments to facilitate the growing trend of student drum circles.

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Many seeking their own hand drum or djembe have experienced the magic of drumming and drum circles. While the djembe has been used for thousands of years in celebrations, rituals and ceremonies, the modern day healing powers of this drum are touching and connecting new people around the world every single day.

Studies now show that hand drumming helps to relax the tense, energize the tired and heal the emotionally wounded.

In working with holistic practitioners, certified drum circle facilitators and yoga instructors over the years, we know that the magic of drumming is real and it is powerful.

Many of our clients are people that work hard at their jobs, typically in an office envirnment.

Imagine hard days at the office... 9 to 5 day in and day out. You feel stress, frustration and need for a healthy outlet outside of a happy hour or a spin class at the gym. You want something more, a way to express yourself and connect with others in a positive environment. You walk by a drum circle and see the relaxed faces of the participants and someone offers you a drum. You look to the leader of the circle, he nods to invite you in and you begin to drum. You drum, slow at first, and then you feel it. Your mind relaxes and you roll with the beat. Thirty minutes later, the beat slows and comes to an end. You look up feeling that only five minutes have passed, ignited with a new and light energy. The release of stress carries over to the next day and your work week passes with ease having a new outlet for the stress. You continue your participation in the circle, improving your skills, meeting new people and practicing new life habits that lead to happier and healthier days.

We invite you to share your stories where you have experienced the magic in the comments area below.

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Welcome to X8 Drums!

X8 Drums is a premier online store for all things hand drums. Specializing in pristine quality djembe drums that are manufactured using legally certified timber that is environmentally sustainable, our staff is well trained at helping artists and hand drum enthusiasts fill their needs with the right gear.

We're truly independent, serve a niche market, and are focused on matching up our customer's needs with the right product. Providing a hassle free online experience complete with accurate information, knowledgeable staff, great selection, and full transparency are at the heart of what we're about.

Check out the customer feedback page to find out what to expect when you are a part of X8 Drums.

In addition to offering the entire line of top hand drum manufacturers; X8Drums.com features a Drum Circle blog on topics such as hand drum news, djembe video lessons, how-to articles, drum circle events, and instrument care. The site also offers a hand drum artist directory as well as expert advice on its extensive offering of hand drums.

Spend some time with us, bookmark the site and join our monthly newsletter to keep in touch with the latest news in the X8 community. (subscribe to the newsletter on the bottom left-hand side of this page and get a coupon!) We're a think-tank full of ideas working to provide you with exceptional educational content and the best quality instruments.




About the X8 Logo
Our logo tells all... The "X" (as in the way the brain is wired) and "8" (Infinity symbol) are deeply compelling and significant symbols that summarize the Cosmic Nature and Purpose of Drums and how they can harmonize and elevate the human nervous system.
Many thanks to Baba Issa for the interpretation.

The dancing icon is just a dude enjoying the beat of the drum. Sorry, no deep meaning for him. Although we're open to suggestions. :-)

Thanks for visiting and enjoy the drums!

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Djembe Buying Guide
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Best Beginner Djembe
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