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To get to your post -- I think most of the powwow committee members make their decisions on drums based on (1) personal exerience (they've heard them at other dances in the area (2) cost. I've been to powwows in Florida where drums from Oklahoma and South Dakota sang. There are some good powwows on the east coast, then there are some real crystal fests. Tread lightly when venturing out there. I'd love to see you guys in Florida. PM me and I will put you in touch with some of the people here who organize powwows. Then you can send them a tape and work out the arrangements. Good luck and I hope this helps.
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