January 30, 2010 - Snow Jamming!

Let the drumming BEGIN!

Brian and Amy are hosting a drum circle at their home in Lake in the Hills on January 30th. We're planning on starting with a light potluck dinner at 6pm with drumming to follow until... Until everyone has left. We'll have space for 15 or so.

There will be a few spare drums available, so those who have some to share would be appreciated.

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THE DETAILS:

When: January 30, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - ???
Location: Brian and Amy's house, Lake in the Hills, IL
Fee: Potluck contribution
Registration: People can RSVP to Brian at brian@healingthemodernspirit.com
Facilitated by: Brian and Amy




Thank you!

Kids and cacophony!

We'll explore the world of "music", "rhythm", and general NOISE. Different kinds of drums, rattles, and percussion instruments will be available for the kids to try out. We will TRY to get a rhythm going, but it's more about the fun. Parents may want to bring ear plugs! Snacks will be provided.

When: January 15, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Melton House (contact Lissa for address)
Facilitated by: Lissa

Drumming for World Peace and Healing - January 9, 2010

Drumming for World Peace and Healing with Reneé Ryan and Steve Aldrich

When: January 9, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: The Light Heart Center
Fee: Donations to the Light Heart Center Welcomed
Registration: Call (630) 260-1084
Facilitated by: Reneé Ryan, founder of Healers for Peace, and Steve Aldrich.

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. Bring a snack or something to munch if you wish, anything chocolate always appreciated. There are spare instruments and rhythm toys to share around the circle, other acoustical or wind instruments lend a wonderful touch.

(We have chairs; if you wish to sit on the floor, please bring a cushion)

Drumming for World Peace and Healing - December 12, 2009

Drumming for World Peace and Healing with Reneé Ryan and Steve Aldrich

When: December 12, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: The Light Heart Center
Fee: Donations to the Light Heart Center Welcomed
Registration: Call (630) 260-1084
Facilitated by: Reneé Ryan, founder of Healers for Peace, and Steve Aldrich.

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. Bring a snack or something to munch if you wish, anything chocolate always appreciated. There are spare instruments and rhythm toys to share around the circle, other acoustical or wind instruments lend a wonderful touch.

(We have chairs; if you wish to sit on the floor, please bring a cushion)

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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