Drum Circle Essentials and Basic Techniques - November 14, 2009

Are you new to drum circles or just want some help improving your techniques, learning new rhythms, discovering your inner rhythms and how to get more enjoyment from participating in Drum Circles?

Come join us on Sat Nov 14th from 4-6pm at Light Heart Center in Winfield, IL There will be a Drum Circle afterward at Light Heart from 7-9pm which you are encouraged and welcome to also participate and join.

What will be covered:

1. Elements of a Drum Circle and Protocols
2. Basic Drumming Techniques and Rhythms
3. Finding and Enhancing Your 'Rhythmic Voice"
4. Rhythms and Alternate Grooves
5. Putting It All Together.

Class size is limited and you must RSVP ahead of time (No Later than Thurs Nov 12) at Light Heart Center. Please bring your drum along (primary focus is on Djembe and Ashiko styles, but frame drummers welcome).

Limited number of spare drums will be available, along with other rhythm toys and instruments.

The Fee for the class is $25, payable at Light Heart Center.

Samhain Drum Jam on Naperville's River Walk

Announcing a new drum jam for the FoxValley! Brought to you by Barb and Steve and Merry Meets and Blessed Beats Meetup!

What: River Walk Samhain Drum Jam: Naperville,IL
When: October 18, 2009 1:00 PM
Where:
Naperville River Walk
320 W Jackson Ave
Naperville, IL 60540

Come out to drum along the River Walk in downtown Naperville on Sun Oct 18th starting at 1pm until 5pm. Barb made reservations for us to use the amphitheater for the afternoon, has invited several of her friends and other artists, musicians and others to join us for a festive afternoon of rhythm and community gathering.

Bring your drums, rattles, shakers and other acoustic instruments and invite some friends to tag along. Kids are always welcome, but younger ones will need supervision. Visit Merry Meets and Blessed Beats for more information.

Drumming for World Peace and Healing

The Light Heart Center in Wheaton will host Drumming for World Peace and Healing in August. This drum circle is facilitated by Reneé Ryan, founder of Healers for Peace, and Steve Aldrich, a member of the Fox Valley Drum Circle. You, your friends and loved ones are invited to a drumming and sharing. Bring your drums, rattles, other instruments, a poem, or a song to share with the intent of bringing World Peace and Healing that benefits the Earth and all people.


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THE DETAILS:

When: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: The Lightheart Center, 165 S. Church St., Winfield, IL 60190
Fee: Donations to the Lightheart Center Welcomed
Registration: Call (630) 260-1084
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Harvest Drum BBQ-Picnic

Let's do a Harvest Drum and BBQ-Picnic social to celebrate the 2nd Harvest and arrival of Autumn. Family, friends and children of all ages welcome to participate and join the merriments. We can make this a potluck style feast, share the bounty of the Earth and the blessings of community to ring in the season and offer our thanks for the harvest we've gathered this year while preparing for the turning of the seasons towards
winter while Mother Nature puts on her radiant splendors.

Anyone wishing to assist with planning, logistics and other matters will be greatly welcomed and deeply appreciated.

Bright Blessings

Steve

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DETAILS:

When: Saturday, September 19th
Time: 1-6pm
Where: Bliss Woods Forest Preserve, 660 Bliss Road, Sugar Grove, IL 60554

August Drumming: Drumming for World Peace and Healing

The Light Heart Center in Wheaton will host Drumming for World Peace and Healing in August. This drum circle is facilitated by Reneé Ryan, founder of Healers for Peace, and Steve Aldrich, a member of the Fox Valley Drum Circle. You, your friends and loved ones are invited to a drumming and sharing. Bring your drums, rattles, other instruments, a poem, or a song to share with the intent of bringing World Peace and Healing that benefits the Earth and all people.


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THE DETAILS:

When: Saturday, August 8, 2009
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: The Lightheart Center, 165 S. Church St., Winfield, IL 60190
Fee: Donations to the Lightheart Center Welcomed
Registration: Call (630) 260-1084
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July Drums!

"You know the drum was the first instrument besides the human voice." ~ Billy Higgins

There is something about the drum that creates a connection. In a circle, we fall into rhythms together. In ourselves, we echo our heartbeat. In a grand sense, we remember our roots and our commonalities, no matter the differences. Connect with us this July!

Special thanks to JIM AND KATH for hosting!!! They have an awesome house full of green energy innovations, so be sure to check it out!

WHEN: Saturday, July 18th
TIME: 6:00 - 10:00 PM
WHERE: Jim & Kath's House - Naperville, IL 60540
WHAT: potluck supper and drum circle

Who says you need a DRUM???

In our description on the left side, I boldly state that you don't even NEED a drum! Several of our original gatherings included water bottles, radiators, and cardboard boxes. While most everyone these days has found a drum they really enjoy, I still believe that there is something about impromtu drumming. Jim shared these with me...so I thought I'd share them with you!

One apartment, six drummers

New York Street Drummer

Irish Street Drummer