Why
Drum?-- " It's fun. It's easy. It relieves stress. It
reconnects us with our deeper selves. It uplifts us and enhances
self esteem. It focuses us and increases intuition. It eradicates
language and age barriers. It's the ultimate community builder.
The list goes on."—All One Tribe
Bring
your drums and rattles. Join the fun and come and play with
us. We have some extra drums and rattles for those who don't have
their own instruments.
Our drum circle began in January 2002 and happens
every month on the third Friday without exception. (Well, once
in all this time. We were away and the kids forgot to open the
place up for the facilitator. Oops.) We recently took a short
hiatus as we made our move from Phoenix, AZ to Central Point,
OR. Circle is now open again.
We choose to start the circle for a couple reasons.
First, to build community in this northwestern part of the Valley.
Next, was to CELEBRATE AND PLAY. As adults, we don't play
enough. And I guess we need some new playmates!
So, the focus of the circle is celebration and play.
In this way, it can be as much a spiritual circle or healing circle
as you choose. When we allow ourselves time to relax, de-stress
and enjoy life, we can hear Spirit talking to us and allow space
for healing to happen when we need it. Sometimes it's just FUN
time. Therefore, we don't have any agenda for the circle. You
choose your own agenda.
The only format we have for the circle is that we
always begin with a heart beat rhythm to ground and relax and
bring everyone into sync. Then we move on to synchronized rhythms
- one person starts and everyone follows. Then... we move to "built
rhythms". This is where one person starts a rhythm and everyone
else joins in where there is space, playing "their own song".
Okay, so this sounds like a classroom full of kindergartners with
pots and pans, but soon the rhythms sync and the energy builds
and we can soar. This is the REALLY FUN part! Of course, we always
have a round of the Goddesses on the Mother Drum as well as a
Warrior round.
Weather and neighbors permitting we host the circle
outside in our yard.
This is an open circle and anyone can join us. Also,
please feel free to come and go as your schedule requires during
the circle. We are not offended if you come late or leave early.
Just come and have FUN!
We do not charge for the drum circle or take love
offerings. This is our give back to the community for all that
Spirit has provided for us. Snacks to share are always welcome
if you wish to contribute.
We do ask that you RSVP if you plan on attending
the circle as our indoor space is limited. Please e-mail Debbie
at debbie@shamanicconnection.com
or call us at 602-896-0146.
