African Djembe Drum Circle

A drum circle is any group of people playing hand-drums and percussion instruments in a circle. Come participate in learning multi-rhythms on African Djembe drums. All drums provided. No experience necessary. Everyone can participate.

This is a facilitated drum circle making up the music as we go along. Participants use their listening and playing skills to make musical connections to express themselves in ways that feel natural and right. The most common reason people give for attending drum circles is “stress reduction.” The many benefits of drumming promote healing and self-expression, by reducing tension and anxiety. Drumming also helps to control pain, induces deep relaxation, lowers blood pressure and reduces stress. The powerful rhythms produce endorphins and endogenous opiates, the body's own morphine-like painkillers. The sound of drumming generates neuronal connections in the entire brain.

This program will be facilitated by Dr. Lydia A. Woods, a retired college professor and the Founder & CEO of Drum Arizona Inc.

Registration is required. Please plan to arrive on time, as workshop begins promptly.