Community Drum Circle
Express yourself, connect with your community, release stress and have fun!
Beginners are especially encouraged to attend.
Express yourself, connect with your community, release stress and have fun!
Beginners are especially encouraged to attend.

Who? Everyone 12 and up
Where? Room To Move Studio
When? Second Friday of EVERY month
Time? 6pm - 7:30pm
Cost? Love Donation Appreciated
What to expect. The lights are turned down low. A basic rhythm begins the creative process. Participants join in by playing their chosen instrument and adding their own particular “flavor” or “feel” to the rhythm. There is no wrong answer. Your “part” of the rhythm comes from your spirit with the intent of supporting or enhancing the basic rhythm. Some people may dance, chant, sing or simply close their eyes and meditate. It’s all about you and how you feel. You can change up your instrument or stick with one the whole night. We have plenty to play with. You will be surprised by the beautiful music that is created and the fun had by all.
What our drum circle is NOT: A place where “traditional African” rhythms are played or taught. It is not a teaching class; however, Jovani would be happy to give instruction, advice or answer questions to help get you started.
Beginners Wanted!
Don’t worry, even if you might think that you are rhythmically challenged. Just get started and you will find rhythms inside of you that you didn’t know you had. By participating you will find that the excitement and rhythms that surround us are all you need to contribute to the group song. You don’t even need to play a drum. We have many simple percussion instruments like a shakers, bells, woodblocks and more. Keep it simple. Listen to the basic rhythm that continues throughout the music, then play along and around it. Once you’re comfortable you can begin to explore and experiment. Just remember to always keep the basic rhythm in sight.
Drum Circle Etiquette
1. Jewelry can damage the drum and hurt your hands. Leave the rings, watches and bracelets at home.
2. Ask permission before playing someone else’s drum. We have many community drums and percussion instruments that are there for everyone to play. You do not need to bring own your own instruments. However some folks do and they are very special to them. They may be open to share. Just ask first to be sure.
3. Never use a stick on a hand drum. Hand drums are made for hands. Sticks will damage them.
4. Listen as much as you play. By listening to what’s going on around you, you will have a better sense of how to fit into the groove that is being created. Leave enough rhythmic space for everyone to express themselves.
5. Play at the volume of the group. If you can only hear yourself, you’re probably a bit too loud. Play soft enough to hear everyone around you. Follow and support the dynamic changes in volume and tempo that we go through throughout the evening.
6. Just ask. If you’re not sure what’s appropriate or how to use an instrument, just ask.
Where? Room To Move Studio
When? Second Friday of EVERY month
Time? 6pm - 7:30pm
Cost? Love Donation Appreciated
What to expect. The lights are turned down low. A basic rhythm begins the creative process. Participants join in by playing their chosen instrument and adding their own particular “flavor” or “feel” to the rhythm. There is no wrong answer. Your “part” of the rhythm comes from your spirit with the intent of supporting or enhancing the basic rhythm. Some people may dance, chant, sing or simply close their eyes and meditate. It’s all about you and how you feel. You can change up your instrument or stick with one the whole night. We have plenty to play with. You will be surprised by the beautiful music that is created and the fun had by all.
What our drum circle is NOT: A place where “traditional African” rhythms are played or taught. It is not a teaching class; however, Jovani would be happy to give instruction, advice or answer questions to help get you started.
Beginners Wanted!
Don’t worry, even if you might think that you are rhythmically challenged. Just get started and you will find rhythms inside of you that you didn’t know you had. By participating you will find that the excitement and rhythms that surround us are all you need to contribute to the group song. You don’t even need to play a drum. We have many simple percussion instruments like a shakers, bells, woodblocks and more. Keep it simple. Listen to the basic rhythm that continues throughout the music, then play along and around it. Once you’re comfortable you can begin to explore and experiment. Just remember to always keep the basic rhythm in sight.
Drum Circle Etiquette
1. Jewelry can damage the drum and hurt your hands. Leave the rings, watches and bracelets at home.
2. Ask permission before playing someone else’s drum. We have many community drums and percussion instruments that are there for everyone to play. You do not need to bring own your own instruments. However some folks do and they are very special to them. They may be open to share. Just ask first to be sure.
3. Never use a stick on a hand drum. Hand drums are made for hands. Sticks will damage them.
4. Listen as much as you play. By listening to what’s going on around you, you will have a better sense of how to fit into the groove that is being created. Leave enough rhythmic space for everyone to express themselves.
5. Play at the volume of the group. If you can only hear yourself, you’re probably a bit too loud. Play soft enough to hear everyone around you. Follow and support the dynamic changes in volume and tempo that we go through throughout the evening.
6. Just ask. If you’re not sure what’s appropriate or how to use an instrument, just ask.