Open Question: Can someone answer my Pahu drum question?

I’m doing research for a book I’m writing and I’m at a scene where a guy is playing guitar and someone is playing drums for accompaniment but I’m not sure what type of drum I’d like to use. I’d adore to use something that’s specific to Hawaii but polynesian will work too. The tune is a slow tune, meant to be a serenade actually so I’m wondering if a Pahu drum is appropriate for this or is that disrespectful? I’m not inflexible, I will use any nice of drum someone thinks is appropriate for this situation, but the image I have in my mind is of someone lightly playing the drums with their hands. The setting is gift day btw. It would enhance the tune, and the moment a lot. Thanks for any suggestions.

30 Jul 2010, 12:36 am | click here to view more