Discover Drummer's Beat LLC

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 A "Drum Circle" is a gathering of people who come together to play drums and other percussion instruments in a circle, creating music spontaneously and often without prior musical experience, with the focus on creating a shared rhythmic experience through improvisation and communal participation; essentially, it's a group of people making music together by drumming in a circle, where anyone can join in regardless of skill level.

I was introduced to the Drum Circle experience as an intervention for stress, and as a form of self-care while on Pre-doctoral Internship in Little Rock, AR in 2002. I remember the calm that was produced and an intense sense of relaxation I experienced mentally and physically in my body. Afterwards, I felt as though I had received, a relaxing full body massage. Consequently, I became intrigued by the beneficial aspects of drumming on participants emotionally, cognitively, physiologically, and socially. Research, as well, as individual testimony from participants support the positive and beneficial nature of the Drum Circle experience. 

When I returned to Virginia in August of 2003, I started collecting various Djembe Drums and other percussion instruments to facilitate Drum Circles with large groups. Since that time, I have facilitated over 75 Drum Circles on various occasions and with varied groups of people: young adults; family gatherings; Sorority and Fraternity events; Founder's Day celebrations; Mother's Day and Father's Day celebrations; Holiday celebrations; Graduation celebrations; Black History Month celebrations; Kwanzaa events; Corporate and College Renewal days; Self-care/Relaxation workshops; Conference break-out sessions; Board of Visitor presentations; Corporate Team Building programs; and Health & Wellness events. 

Participants report Drum Circles boost energy, uplift spirits, and release negative feelings

Induces deep relaxation - reverses stress hormones

Boosts immune system

Reduces chronic pain – promotes the production of endorphins

Promotes relaxation/reduces stress

A natural pleasurable experience that is not drug induced

Increases a sense of happiness

Fosters a strong sense of equality, inclusivity, community, and connectedness

Allows for freedom of expression within a shared group experience

Drummer's Beat LLC is devoted to providing a group Drum Circle experience as an example of a novel activity that reduces stress and increases relaxation. Drum Circles require no prior experience to participate, and are well received by those who participant.

Send an email to Drummersbeatllc@gmail.com or use the Contact feature on the website

to send a message to request a Drum Circle.

Include a tentative date, time/duration, number of participants, any pertinent demographic info of the participants (age, disability, profession, affiliation, etc.), location of your event, type of event you are planning, and the service you would like us to provide to your group.