We blend traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation and a genuine love of the craft.

From our original rope tension drum designs to the smallest historic parts, from our drumsticks to our plastic fifes, we focus on every detail to craft high-quality instruments for every performer.

We bring years of hands-on experience to our maintenance, repair, restoration, and conservation services.

We are a second-generation family business with an unbroken tradition of drum making and repair since the 1950s, serving everything from 18th-century antiques to modern drums, with a special focus on rope tension and vintage drums.

Drummers and drum makers have found a home at Cooperman's drum shop for over 65 years.

From our beginnings in Pat Cooperman’s basement in Mt. Vernon NY, through our years in Centerbrook CT, and today, here at our mill in southern Vermont, we have always welcomed everyone to join us in an ongoing conversation about the past, present, and future of drums and drumming.

We steam bend our solid single ply hoops and shells here in our Vermont shop from locally sourced hardwoods, in both standard and custom sizes.

Drum Parts and Services

 Cooperman Drumsticks: Changing the Beat  2026 - 2027

Cooperman has handcrafted drumsticks for percussionists around the world for over 65 years. We are proud of the reputation our sticks have earned, and grateful to the generations of drummers who have made them part of their art. 

As we channel more of our time, skills, and craftsmanship into our other world-class instruments and products, we are drawing our drumstick production to a close over the next year. In the meantime, check back often to see what's available - including some great finds among our Outlier pairs -starting in October 2026.

Reconditioned Drums, Vintage Drums, Demo Drums, and Drums for Collectors

Fifes and Fife Supplies

Overstock, Clearance, and Sale Items

Banjo Rims

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