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Adventures in Drumming
A couple months ago, we came across a djembe drumming class at Sacred Grounds lead by Heather DeRigo that inspired me to get into drumming. The documented health benefits alone were great reasons to pick up this new adventure into the musical arts.
Each time I sit down to play, I’m reminded of why I love drumming. It helps me become aware of when I’m tense and gives me a means to release the frantic energy that arises from a stressful day at the office. It’s also a great way to practice active meditation and become aware of my breathing.
When it comes to drumming, I find myself practicing alone at home to increase my skill, but the fun part is attending drum circles. In the Tampa Bay area alone, you can find a local circle almost every night of the week! The Tampa Community Drum Circle on Meetup.com is just one great resource. You can also email bayareadrumming@tampabay.rr.com to subscribe to a free monthly newletter that keeps you up to date on what’s going on in the area.
More Drumming Resources…
Expert Village Videos: A free djembe educational video series for beginners that introduces you to the djembe and how to play it, from instrument selection to polyrhythms and slap techniques.
X8 Drums: Great prices and high-quality drums! Plus they feature both audio and video of the drums they sell!!
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nice meeting you guys at the sweetwater drum circle
Thanks Steve! The farm is in a great location…right in the middle of Tampa, but has the feeling that you’re out in the country. We had a lot of fun.
Hi Natalie! Thanks for the pictures, they are awesome! It was a beauiful experience meeting you and Michael at the farm, I’m so happy to have new drum lovers in the group. It is a healing experience that should/could be shared by all!! Drum on…
Natalie -
I am so thrilled that you are Loving Drumming and that you are wise to it’s plethora of exponential benefits!
Thank You for promoting Drumming and for all the important resources that you included above for people to learn about.
Every little thing helps to spread the word about Drumming!
It is quickly growing to become no longer just a stereotypical, paganistic activity, but a widely accepted form of recreation, healing, stress relief, tool for creation, and team – building!
We just did another corporate Drumming gig for TECO Energy – and they LOVED IT! It is very successful for Businesses and Corporations too! – also see http://www.corporatedrummagic.com
Wishing you an irresistible groove in the Rhythm of Life*!
ooh! your djembe and my djembe look alike!
looks like you had fun. keep drumming the spirit alive!
how cool zee! here’s the link to extract drum I got at x8 drums. It came with a very durable bag for going to drum circles.
The sound also is great. I like to hang some art at Sacred Grounds and it’s nice to hear the thump thumping. It helps sooth the savage beast as well.
Take care, Wade Slater