I have a situation with a neighbor whose daughter is in a marching band. She practices her drums every day at odd times during the day and evening and she does this on the back porch of her house. We've approached the mother and we've been disrespected and threatened. We'd like to suggest something that will help keep the noise to a minimum. The mother refuses to let her practice in the house. I've heard about something called drum pads that are supposed to be nearly silent. I somehow don't believe that because nothing about drums seems silent or quiet. Does anyone have any information about anything that can give us some relief that we can suggest? My husband is nearly 70, has a heart condition and still works full time. Her evening practice disturbs his sleep and frankly between the god awful noise and stress of the situation it gives me migraines.

Any help would be appreciated.