In Basel, at Carnival there are so-called Pfeiffer, playing the piccolos and Tambouren playing a single drum. They play their instruments while they walk. So coordination in walking and playing is important. And concentration and stamina. The sound of the drums is produced by beating on a strongly stretched skin and a hollow body. There is no mini version with the same effect. You can't save weight or size without losing quality of sound. If you want to drum properly, you have to carry the big drum with its weight. It takes a lot of practice. Maybe you have to get used to a new rhythm in your life during these days because of changing circumstances, which is difficult and tedious for you. But be encouraged that with practice you will build up the necessary strength, stamina and coordination and soon it will sound very rhythmic and dynamic. And you will soon be able to walk with it more easily!
I wish you an extraordinary day!
