A Co Cavan organic farmer has created an incredible piece called 'An Ruaille Buaille Druma' which has gained the title of Ireland's largest drum. The one-of-a-kind, handcrafted drum was created by Gearoid Teevan of Drummany Spirit, alongside master carpenter Micheal O'Rahill and painted by artist Claire Falconer. The Drummy Spirit community group is honouring the ancient Celtic festival of Bealtaine, or the May Festival, which marks the beginning of summer. The massive creation is 'drumming up' lots of interest nationally and will be launched at a Bealtaine celebration this Sunday afternoon at 2pm at his lakeside farm.
The drum is 13 foot wide and over 40 foot round allowing up to 30 people to get into the rhythm, playing together. Jodie Curran spoke with Gearoid Teevan who said he is looking forward to seeing everyone around it and being guided into playing it:
