Yong'an Drum Workshop Introduction
In religious occasions, such as street temple fairs and Mazu pilgrimage, the sound of gongs and drums can be heard everywhere. The Yong'an Drum Craft Workshop in Xianxi Township, Changhua County, has preserved the traditional craft of handmade drum production, which has now been passed down to the third-generation owner, Huang Cheng-feng. With the advancement of technology, many traditional crafts have gradually been replaced by machines, leading to a decrease in the number of "master craftsmen" passed down through word of mouth. In the early days when machines did not exist, the masters honed their skills through repeated learning and exploration, creating the value of handcrafted items with the warmth of their hands. This long-established drum factory still retains the most traditional crafts. The processes of drying cowhide, soaking it, peeling, molding, and more involve numerous intricate steps, making it an indispensable part of traditional craftsmanship.
Yong'an Drum Craft Workshop Indoor
Making drums takes about a month.
