Drum Facilitation Workshop for Teachers

-         Overview of types and origins of percussion from around the world

-         Learn African inspired rhythms

-         An introduction to Drum Circle Facilitation

-         Explore the Drum Circle philosophy

-         Application of percussion layering within an ensemble

-         Techniques using drumming to enhance music and class room education

Each participant will have hands on practice  with rhythms and facilitation techniques

The cost is $225

Lunch, workshop manual, hand drums and percussion are included in the cost.

October 15, 2011

9am-3pm

Azure Music Studio

37 Blackfoot Rd. Sherwood Park, AB

780.417.4771

Corporate events focus on team-building through cooperative games. They involve interactive activities that enable participants to get to know each other.

Azure Music offers drop-in community circles every second Friday at the studio. Prices are $10 per person plus a $5 rental of the drum for the duration of the session. These circles offer no rhythmic instruction, but there is a facilitator to guide the group.

Not only are drum circles fun, but they promote wellness too!

Drop In Community Drum Circles

Azure Music offers drop-in community circles every second Friday at the studio. Prices are $10 per person plus a $5 rental of the drum for the duration of the session. These circles offer no rhythmic instruction, but there is a facilitator to guide the group. Facilitators are rotated with each session, allowing for a variety in styles. The objectives are community building, stress relief and an energy pickup. Everyone is welcome. Reservations are available.

Upcoming Community Drum Circles:

Sessions will resume in April 2012. Please contact us to be put on the notification list.

Drop In Family Drum Circles

Azure Music offers drop-in drum circles tailored to families. Explore rhythms, songs, interactive games and create music together. This all ages circle is a blast for all from infants to grandparents! Each family must have one adult present for the entire session. Prices are $5 per person, and children under 2 are FREE! They are held every second Sunday with facilitator Luke Coffey. Reservations are available.

Upcoming Family Drum Circles:
Sessions will resume in April 2012. Please contact us to be put on the notification list.

Drop In Senior Drum Circles

The studio is now pleased to offer drop-in drum circles tailored to seniors. Brief instruction is offered with gentle facilitation. There will be a 15 minute focus on relaxation and energy revitalization. Prices are $10 with a discounted $2.50 drum rental! These circles are not age restrictive. Reservations are available.

Upcoming Senior Drum Circles:
Sessions will resume in April 2012. Please contact us to be put on the notification list

School events are tailored to the objectives of the teacher. Objectives can include school spirit, music rhythm workshops, team building, stress relief, empowerment, self-expression, icebreakers and year-end celebrations. Students are often grouped by age. Children 8 and up are offered larger drums in addition to auxiliary percussion. These circles focus on inclusivity and equality.

Song circles are ideal for children under 8. These consist of singing songs, with minimal use of percussion instruments. The objectives for song circles are social interaction, self-expression, and exploring musical styles and cultures. Rhythmic explorations are emphasized.

The recommended size for a school group is 30, but can range from 5 participants to hundreds.

Preview a community drum circle for ideas on how to customize your own workshop.