The Benefits and Blessings of 
Drumming Circles

Are you aware of the benefits and blessings of Drumming Circles?  This is a phenomena that is growing quickly worldwide.  People from many different backgrounds are participating in these events and finding a joyful, playful experience which reduces stress and releases natural biochemicals which boost our immunities.  In addition, there is a meditative, trance-like state produced which satisfies our spiritual natures.  We re-learn how to play like children, and just plain have fun.

Click on the link above "Drumming & Flute Circle List" to find a drumming circle near you.  If you don't find one listed there, use a search engine and search on the words "Drumming" or "Drumming Circles," or "Drum Circles"  along with the name of your area to find one.  

Patrick Pinson, owner of Cedar Mountain Drums, leads drum-making workshops, drumming circles and play sessions throughout the country.  He holds an M.A. in Counseling and Rehabilitation, and has used Drumming Circles in drug/alcohol recovery groups, corporations, schools and prisons.  Following are some of his writings on the subject.

"The Drum and Natural Rhythm" appeared in PAIA-Earthkeeper magazine #49

"Creating Sacred Space in Prisons" appeared in a variety of magazines all over the world.

"Teachings of the Sacred Drum" appeared in Earthkeeper magazine, Summer, 1993.

"Success in Recovery: The First Dance"

"Contact Recovery" appeared in Professional Counselor magazine Volume 5 Number 4, Jan/Feb 1991.

These articles may not be reprinted for profit without the permission of the author.

Articles by Other Authors

"Dr. Steve's "Spinal" Column: The Benefits of Drumming" by Dr. Steve Koc, Chiropractic Physician, used by permission.

"The Power of My Cedar Mountain Drum" by Vena Sunland, used by permission.

"Drum Making Connections" by Keeley Hope Harding, used by permission.

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