the worst is when you are playing, like lets say at a bar, and a drunk laughing patron comes, and slaps your drum.
Congas, too, I prefer that others don't try to play on them, at least without asking. Seems like people prefer to bang on drums more than any instrument. But all instruments can take on our personal vibes, which may be "upset" by the vibes of others.
In a way it's almost like saying: "Here's my woman - sure, give her a try!" .... No way.
Regarding the drum-touching issue-- I have to say I have strong feelings about my drums-- as I'm sure most congueros do. I believe musicians either consciously or unconsciously infuse so much of their spirit and love in their instruments, I would never disrespect that bond and touch or play with theirs without asking permission first. I just figure others should have the same respect for mine, and I'm a bit offended when somebody just decides any drum surface is a free invitation.
untaltumbador wrote:There is definitely a strong magnetic field between my tumbadoras and I. It defines logic itself, it’s way beyond any desire to be or to become, it is like soldiers going to war knowing that they may die, it is like Nietzsche’s Will to Power, without the will or the power. When I sit before my drums to play them it’s like doing something that I need to do regardless of the outcome.
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