Hardwood Music Company

Hardwood Music Company has been handcrafting wooden tongue drums in Flagstaff, Arizona since 1974.
What began with curiosity and a broken instrument became a lifelong craft. Today, founder Michael Thiele and his son Joah continue building wooden tongue drums by hand using carefully selected, ethically sourced hardwoods, traditional techniques, and decades of experience.
This channel shares the process behind the instruments — from tuning and wood selection to sound demonstrations, casual play sessions, and conversations about how these drums are made. You'll also hear how different woods shape tone, resonance, and character.
Whether you're interested in meditation, sound healing, relaxation, music, or simply discovering an instrument that's intuitive and easy to play, these videos offer a closer look into the world of wooden tongue drums.