Drum Culture
Chinese drum guides and Luoyang craft stories
Buying guides, drum craft and sourced reports from Luoyang and Matun village to help you understand, compare and order Chinese drums.
Sep 09, 2026
Drum culture · Featured
Where Are Chinese Drums Made? Matun Village Guide
Locate Matun village in Luoyang and separate regional craft history from the commitments of an individual drum supplier.
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Sep 27, 2026
Industry news
Luoyang’s 2026 Winter Gala: Group Drum Planning
A sourced review of a February 2026 Luoyang event, with separate equipment-planning guidance for drum groups.
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Sep 27, 2026
Industry news
Matun Drum Workshop Visit: A 2025 Report Review
Review a dated Matun workshop report and practical questions for specifying custom Chinese drums.
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Sep 15, 2026
Buying guides
Chinese Drums for Schools: Buying Checklist
Plan classroom drums around simultaneous player numbers, playing height, room layout and a complete equipment list.
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Sep 13, 2026
Buying guides
Lion Dance Drums: Size & Setup Guide
Plan a lion dance drum purchase around dimensions, playing position, transport and the accessories included in the quote.
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Sep 11, 2026
Drum craft
Chinese Drum Construction: A Buyer’s Guide
Understand which shell, head, artwork and assembly details to confirm when ordering a Chinese drum.
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Sep 07, 2026
Buying guides
What Is a Tanggu? Sizes & Buying Guide
Compare 30, 45 and 60 cm tanggu listings by playing setup, player needs and the accessories specified in a quotation.
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Sep 04, 2026
Drum culture
Chinese New Year Drums: Festival Planning Guide
Prepare drums for a Lunar New Year programme with a clear performance format, artwork brief and rehearsal-ready date.
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