Galgorm LOL 239 has announced the launch of a new Lambeg Drum Collector Cards series, with the first release featuring one of its most formidable instruments: Roaring Meg.
Designated Collector Card #001, the launch edition celebrates a drum whose name is borrowed from the legendary cannon of the same name. Appropriately, Roaring Meg has developed a reputation for producing a sound that can apparently be heard well beyond the boundaries of Galgorm.
The new series aims to bring together the individual characteristics of the Lodge’s Lambeg drums, giving each instrument its own profile and personality.
Meet Roaring Meg
The inaugural collector card includes a performance assessment across three categories:
Volume★★★★★
Clarity★★★★☆
Tone★★★★☆
The card also reveals an unusual recreational interest. Under the heading of hobbies, Roaring Meg is credited with scaring pigeons.
Whether this is an officially recognised Lambeg drum pastime remains unclear, although the five-star volume rating suggests that local bird populations may have some reservations.
Which Drum Will Be Next?
LOL 239 hopes the new series will become a popular addition to its growing collection of Lambeg related content, with further cards planned featuring other instruments from the Lodge.
The organisation is now inviting followers to help select the next candidate.
Which Lambeg drum deserves to appear on Collector Card #002?
Suggestions are being welcomed through the Lodge’s social media channels, with followers encouraged to comment, like and share the first release.
With Roaring Meg setting the standard, the competition for the next collector card could be considerable.
Collector Card #001: Roaring Meg. Five stars for volume. Zero tolerance for pigeons.