DRUMMM Rhythmic Events: Building connections through rhythm

NEW! Harvest Moon: Women’s Autumn Retreat with Drum & Song

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 20 Jul 2015 04:13:00 +0000

HARVEST MOON
Women’s Autumn Retreat with Drum & Song
Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25, 2015
With Francesca Genco of Lilac Music and Jeni Swerdlow of DRUMMM.
Located at the beautiful Four Springs Retreat in Middletown, CA. Just a 2-hour drive from the S.F. Bay Area!

20% discount if you pay in full by Friday, July 24!

Renew yourself in the company of women as we celebrate the Harvest. Prepare to soothe, connect and awaken the mind-body-spirit through rhythm, voice and movement.

Playful singing experiences for proclaimed singers and “non-singers” alike! Especially those who think they “can’t sing”!
The funnest, most empowering drumming you ever dared to experience!
Celebrate the Harvest through time-honored rhythms & songs from around the world.
Explore what you’re harvesting in your life this year through the art of collage.

Lovely accommodations, delicious meals, swimming pool & sauna, and trails through forest & meadows await you! Bodywork sessions will also be available.

Open to all levels of experience and creativity, this will be a safe and supportive environment in which to explore, play, discover and nurture both inside and out.

What women said about the last Women's Drum & Song Retreat:

Healing – enlightening – freeing!
Opened my heart for the creative woman inside me!
I feel so open and alive!

Cost of Retreat - includes all activities, meals, accommodations, instruments, materials, swimming pool, sauna:

$550 single/$450 double/$375 camping

Early Girl Super Special! 20% off if you pay in full by July 24!
Early Girl Special! 10% off if you pay in full by September 7!

To register, contact Jeni at jeni@drummm.com or (510)316-2850.

Rhythm Sisters "Summer Release" Playshop! (August 2015)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Jun 2015 23:30:00 +0000

NEW! Rhythm Sisters "Summer Release" Playshop!
Sunday August 23rd at 1-5pm in Vallejo, CA

Join us for a special half-day rhythm intensive to honor and celebrate our individual and collective struggles, perseverance, resilience, and healing as a community. We will spend the day exploring a specific West African rhythm that's played to celebrate when a woman has overcome a personal hardship or challenge. The session will focus on:

- Learning all the drum (djembe and dunun) and bell parts.
- Playing the introductory break and an "inside the rhythm" call and response break.

- Specific solo phrases.

- The story and song for this rhythm.JUST ADDED The delightfully talented Francesca Genco of Lilac Music will be teaching the song that accompanies the rhythm we're playing!

- Rhythm notation for all the parts (handouts will be provided).

This special program is open to women and girls age 12 and older. Appropriate for drummers of ALL levels, Drums are available if needed.

Location: IntegriTea, 717 Marin St, Vallejo. Plenty of street parking available. Accessible by Ferry from S.F. or BART/Bus from elsewhere. Rideshare opportunities will be arranged.

Cost: Sliding scale, $45-75. Space is limited. Contact jeni@drummm.com to register or for more info.

Don't miss this special opportunity to go deep into the rhythmic experience!

www.DRUMMM.com

Upcoming Summer DRUMMM Events (June - August 2015)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 21:51:00 +0000

Get in the Groove! Join us at our Upcoming Bay Area Summer DRUMMM Events.

EXTRA SPECIAL EVENTS

FRI 7/17 Opening Drummm Circle - Born to Drum Camp, Bort Meadows, Oakland @ 7-8:30PM

SUN 8/29 Rhythm Sisters "Summer Release" Playshop, Vallejo @ 1-5PM

COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLES

SUN 6/14, 7/12, 8/9 "2nd Sundays" Up Bay Drummm Circle, Vallejo @ 3:30-5PM

SAT 6/20, 7/18, 8/15 "3rd Saturdays" East Bay Drummm Circle, Berkeley @ 4-5:30PM

LIBRARY EVENTS (FREE, family-friendly events. All programs are 45 minutes. Instruments provided. Check with individual libraries for more info)

SAT 6/6 Pittsburg Library @ 1PM
TUE 6/9 Woodland Library @ 2PM
THU 6/11 Lafayette @ 1PM
THU 6/11 Oakley Library @ 6:30PM
TUE 6/16 Dublin Library @ 1PM + 2PM (2 shows)
TUE 6/16 Cesar Chavez Library, Oakland @ 6pm
WED 6/17 Richmond Library @ 1PM
WED 6/17 Clayton Library @ 7PM
MON 6/22 Walnut Creek Library - Insiders @ 11:30AM, Kids @ 3:30PM, Adults @ 6:30PM
TUE 6/23 Moraga Library @ 3PM
TUE 6/23 Rockridge Library, Oakland @ 7PM
WED 6/24 81st Library, Oakland @ 1PM
SAT 6/27 Orinda Library @ 3:30PM
MON 6/29 Children's Room Library, Oakland @ 10:30AM
TUE 6/30 Danville Library @ 4PM
WED 7/1 Castro Valley Library @ 2PM
TUE 7/7 Dougherty Station Library, San Ramon @ 6:30PM
THU 7/9 Mountain View Library @ 2:30PM
SAT 7/11 Union City Library @ 2PM
MON 7/13 Martinez Library @ 6PM
TUE 7/14 San Ramon Library @ 3PM
TUE 7/14 Piedmont Library @ 7PM
SAT 7/18 Weekes Library, Hayward @ 1PM
MON 7/20 Hercules Library @ 7PM
TUE 7/21 MLK Library, Oakland @ 5:30PM
THU 7/23 Asian Library, Oakland @ 10:30AM
SAT 7/25 Montclair Library @ 11AM
SAT 7/25 Claremont Library, Berkeley @ 4PM
TUE 7/28 Dimond Library, Oakland @ 7PM
WED 7/29 Newark Library @ 2PM
SAT 8/8 Golden Gate Library, Oakland @ 11AM
WED 8/12 Brentwood Library @ 4PM
FRI 8/14 Camp Erin, Occidental @ 7PM
MON 8/17 Pleasant Hill Library @ 6:30PM

For more info visit the DRUMMM Rhythmic Events website. Contact Jeni Swerdlow at jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850.

Check back often, as new events are being added all the time!

Monthly "3rd Saturdays" East Bay Drummm Circle beats strong in Berkeley!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 27 Apr 2015 20:35:00 +0000

Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center in Berkeley, California is the home of the long-running Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle, now in it's 6th year. Facilitated by DRUMMM founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR, the group meets on the third Saturday of every month, from 4-5:30pm.

Open to all styles of drumming (as well as singing, dancing, and the occasional hammered dulcimer) this Drummm Circle makes the experience of drumming engaging, accessible, meaningful and FUN for participants of all ages and levels. Jeni playfully challenges participants to build musical skills as they release stress, build community, and experience joy and liberation through the rhythm. No special musical talent or prior training is necessary to participate fully.

No prior drumming experience? Show up right at 4pm for the beginner's introductory mini-lesson, and try your hand at basic drumming techniques and world grooves. Don't have a drum of your own? No problem, Jeni offers a variety of hand and stick drums to play for a nominal fee.

Come check it out and discover why folks from all over the Bay Area come back month after month. Your satisfaction is guaranteed or your next monthly Drummm Circle is FREE!

"3RD SATURDAYS" EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE
Facilitated by Jeni Swerldow, MA-ATR (and special guests!)
3rd Saturday of each month
4-5:30pm

Location: Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave. (at Gilman St.), Berkeley CA.

Cost: Adults $10-15 sliding scale; Kids (13 + under) $5-10; Babies (under 2) Free! No reservation needed. Pay at the door. Cash is appreciated.

Drums: Bring your own drum or play one of Jeni's for $5. First come, first serve.

Questions? Contact Jeni Swerdlow at jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850.

See you in the circle!

www.DRUMMM.com

"2nd Sundays" Up Bay Drummm Circle hits Vallejo!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 26 Apr 2015 20:30:00 +0000

Now in it's second year! Every "2nd Sunday" of the month is UP BAY DRUMMM SUNDAY in Vallejo CA!

Are you ready to groove your heart out? This fun, playfully challenging drum circle is facilitated by DRUMMM Rhythmic Events founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR. Beat stress, expand joy and wellness, connect with community. Open to all ages, levels, cultures, and styles of drumming. No prior musical experience is necessary to participate. Jeni will get your hands moving and grooving on the drum in no time!

Every 2nd Sunday of the month @ 3:30-5pm

Located at IntegriTea, 717 Marin Street, Vallejo CA

Cost: Adults $10-15 sliding scale; Kids 13 + under $5-10 sliding scale; Babies under 2 are Free.

Bring a drum or percussion if you have one, or play one of our drums for an additional $5 each (first come, first served).

Questions? Contact Jeni Swerdlow at jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850.

"Universal Drumming" Class Series returns in April for Spring Session: Unleash the drummer within!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 02:21:00 +0000

UNIVERSAL DRUMMING with Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
5-session Class Series
Saturdays - 4/4, 4/11, 4/25, 5/2 and 5/9
4:15-5:45pm
Includes FREE entry into April and May Monthly East Bay Drummm Circles!
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center, 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley CA.

Winter session was so much fun that we decided to do it again this Spring. Whether you are new to the drum or ready to take your skills to the next level, this fun, upbeat class will break it down and help you build it back up! DRUMMM® founder Jeni Swerdlow will show you clear, effective ways to:

-Make a range of sounds on your drum.
-Learn fundamental, universal rhythms that are found across many cultures and styles of music.
-Find and play on, off, and around the beat.
-Develop skills for listening and creating a dynamic musical "conversation."
-Express your own authentic “voice” on the drum.

What students say about the Universal Drumming class:

Jeni's enthusiasm is infectious. She is an excellent teacher with patience and great drumming skills. Best of all each class is FUN FUN FUN!

I have been playing djembe for 15 years and Jeni still helps me refine my individual and group techniques well connecting with the joy and musicality of drumming together. I highly recommend her class for all levels.

I love love love Jeni's DRUMMM class - It's a fun and gentle way to learn something new and different. I look forward to it every week.

Jeni is skillful and challenging the beginning drummer as well as the more advanced drummer. It is fun to keep building on what we have learned!

Cost: Just $145 for all 5 sessions, plus FREE entry into Monthly "3rd Saturdays" Drummm Circle on 4/18 and 5/16! Same place and time as the drumming class.Contact jeni@drummm.com to register.

Bring a djembe (or similar hand drum), dunun (or similar stick/bass drum) if you have one. Drums are available for use during class for an additional fee. Contact jeni@drummm.com for details.

About Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR

San Francisco Bay Area percussionist and registered art therapist Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR is a dynamic and engaging facilitator, educator, presenter, and performer. Founding DRUMMM Rhythmic Events in 2000, her interactive, “hands-on” group drumming programs have engaged many thousands of participants at a wide variety of events in the U.S. and abroad. She is a REMO endorsed drum circle facilitator, trained HealthRHYTHMS facilitator, and lifelong student of West African drumming and world percussion. Swerdlow is best known for her innovative strategies and playful attitude that foster teambuilding, support wellness, enhance celebrations, and strengthen community for event participants of all ages and backgrounds. www.DRUMMM.com

Family Drummm Circle returns to Benicia! Sunday March 29th, 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 06 Feb 2015 00:35:00 +0000

In Harmony Music and DRUMMM ® Rhythmic Events co-present the return of...

Benicia Family
Drummm Circle!

Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR

Sunday March 29th, 2015
10-11am

In Harmony Studio
101 East H Street, Suite D
Downtown Benicia

We had SO much fun at our last Benicia Family Drummm Circle that we're doing it again. It's rhythmic fun for the whole family! Open to all ages and levels of experience. Instruments provided or bring your own.

Space is limited! Our last event sold out. Pre-registration is strongly recommended.

Cost: $25 per family (max 3 per family) in advance or $30 at the door if space is available.

Register Online: http://www.inharmonymusic.net/Drummm.html

Contact:
Justine Chadly - www.inharmonymusic.net, director@musictogethernorthbay.com, 707.315.6372.

Jeni Swerdlow - www.drummm.com, jeni@drummm.com, 510.316.2850.

February/March Community Drummm Events

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 23:12:00 +0000

Join in the RHYTHM with DRUMMM and experience JOY, CONNECTION and WELLBEING beyond your wildest expectations!

Sunday 2/8 - "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle, 3:30-5pm @ Integri Tea, 717 Marin St, Vallejo. Open to all levels and styles of drumming. Adults $10; Seniors 65 + up $8; Kids 13 + under $5; Babies under 2 are Free. Bring a drum or rent one for $5 each.

Friday 2/13 - Community Drummm Jam at Vallejo "2nd Friday" Art Walk's One-Year Anniversary, 7-8pm @ the corner of Georgia and Marin St. (outside The Hub). Everyone's welcome! BYOD (bring your own drum). FREE!

Saturday 2/21 - "3rd Saturdays" East Bay Drummm Circle, 4-5:30pm @ Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley. Open to all levels and styles of drumming. Adults $12; Seniors $10; Kids 13 + under 13 $8. Bring a drum or rent one for $5 each.

Sunday 3/8 - "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle, 3:30-5pm @ Integri Tea, 717 Marin St, Vallejo. Open to all levels and styles of drumming. Adults $10; Seniors 65 + up $8; Kids 13 + under $5; Babies under 2 are Free. Bring a drum or rent one for $5 each.

Sunday 3/15 - New "DRUMMM MAGIC" Drum Circle, Co-facilitated by Mika Scott (drummingmagic.com) + Jeni Swerdlow (drummm.com), 4-5:30pm @ Marin Fencing Academy, 827 4th Street, San Rafael. Join us for a playful mix of basic instruction and creative exploration! Beginner-friendly and fun for drummers of ALL levels. Sliding scale $10-20 + $5 drum rental if needed.

Saturday 3/21 - "3rd Saturdays" East Bay Drummm Circle, 4-5:30pm @ Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley. Open to all levels and styles of drumming. Adults $12; Seniors $10; Kids 13 + under 13 $8. Bring a drum or rent one for $5 each.

Saturday 3/28 - DRUMMM LifeBEAT Drummm Circle, 10:15-10:45am and 11:15-11:45am @ Good2Go! Family Fun + Wellness Fair, Arundel Elementary School, 200 Arundel Road, San Carlos. Open to students, parents, staff and members of the community. All ages. Drums provided. FREE! Contact Wellness Coordinator Mindy Hill at mhill@scsdk8.org for more info.

Saturday 3/28 - Drummm OneBEAT Community Drumming, 2-2:45pm @ Union City Library, 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City. March is Art is Education month. The theme this year is “Inspiring Creative Communities” - Be creative, get inspired, build community! FREE!

Sunday 3/29 - Family Drummm Circle returns to Benicia!, 10-11am @ In Harmony Studio, 101 East H St, Suite. D, Benicia. You asked for it and we listened! Now happening quarterly. Open to all ages. Drums provided or bring your own. $25 for a family of up to 3 in advance, $30 at the door if space permits. This is a popular event and space is limited, be sure to register in advance to secure your spot.

Looking ahead to April... Saturdays 4/5 - 5/9 "Universal Drumming" 5-session drumming series returns for Spring Series! 4:15-5:45pm @ Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave. You asked for it - the return of drumming classes. Whether you are new to the drum or ready to take your skills to the next level, this fun, upbeat class will break it down and help you build it back up! Includes 5 classes on 4/4, 4/11, 4/25, 5/2 and 5/9. Monthly East Bay Drummm Circles will be included with the class on 4/18 and 5/16 at 4-5:30pm. Just $145 for all 7 sessions. Space is limited. Drums are available. Contact jeni@drummm.com to register.

Questions? Contact Jeni Swerdlow - jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850. Events are being added all the time, so keep checking back!

Ready, set...DRUMMM!

New "DRUMMM MAGIC" Drum Circle with Jeni Swerdlow + MIka Scott in San Rafael, CA

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 00:43:00 +0000

Learn, have fun and connect with community at:

"DRUMMM MAGIC" Drum Circle!

Co-facilitated by Mika Scott (drummingmagic.com) and Jeni Swerdlow (drummm.com)

Saturday March 15th, 4-5:30pm
Marin Fencing Academy, 827 4th Street, San Rafael, CA

Join us for a playful mix of basic instruction and creative exploration! Beginner-friendly and fun for drummers of ALL levels. All types of hand drums and percussion are welcome. Drum rentals available if needed. Children are welcome with supervising adult.

Located at the Marin Fencing Academy, 827 4th St. (near Lincoln) in San Rafael. (Look for Mike's Bikes across the street. You may also enter through the back door up concrete stairs from the public parking lot at 3rd St and Cijos St.)

Cost: $10-20 sliding scale, plus $5 drum rental if needed.
If possible, please bring a drum stool or portable chair.

Contact Jeni Swerdlow at jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850; Mika Scott at mika@drummingmagic.com or 415.482.1610.

2015 News + Events Sneak Preview!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Dec 2014 18:00:00 +0000

Sunday 1/11 - "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle comes "home" to its original location and time. 3:30-5pm @ Integri Tea, 717 Marin St, Vallejo. Now one hour later in our new (old) space, same great program! More info...

Beginning Saturday 1/17 - "3rd Saturdays" East Bay Drummm Circle fees will go up slightly (first time in over 5 years!). Adults - $12; Seniors - $10; Kids under 13 - $8. Drum rental will continue to be just $5. Thanks for understanding! We value you and truly appreciate your support.

Sunday 1/25 - Family Drummm Circle returns to Benicia! 10-11am @ In Harmony Studio, 101 East H St, Suite. D, Benicia. We had SO much fun drumming there last month that we're doing it again! The last one sold out, so be sure to register in advance to secure your spot.

Saturdays 1/31 - 3/14 - "Universal Drumming" 6-session drumming series hits Berkeley! 4:15-5:45pm @ Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave. You asked for it - the return of drumming classes. Whether you are new to the drum or ready to take your skills to the next level, this fun, upbeat class will break it down and help you build it back up! Space is limited. Early registration discount applies.

Questions? Contact Jeni Swerdlow - jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850.

Ready, set...DRUMMM!

5th Annual Holiday Drummm Circle, Potluck, Gift Bazaar, Food Drive hits Berkeley on Sat. 12/20!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 01 Dec 2014 19:40:00 +0000

Join DRUMMM Rhythmic Events founder Jeni Swerdlow and friends in a RHYTHMIC HOLIDAY COMMUNITY CELEBRATION! We'll be hitting the holiday spirit hard this season. Check it out:

- Holiday and Solstice themed Drummm Circle (Ho Ho Ho and a Bang on the Drum!)

- Community Potluck (Eat to the beat, make a friend, bring a treat!)

- Gift Bazaar (Buy instruments, music and drumming inspired art - give the gift of rhythm!)

- Annual Food Drive for the Alameda Food Bank (Bring your donations of canned and other non-perishable foods in unopened containers)

Saturday, December 20, 2015 @ 4-6pm (extended time!)

Located at Ashkenaz, - 1417 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley CA

Adults $10, Seniors $8, Kids 12 + under $5
Bring a drum or rent one of ours for $5 (first come, first serve)

Open to all levels and styles of drumming! Prepare to be playfully challenged and merrily groove-ified!

Contact Jeni Swerdlow - jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850 for more info.

Upcoming Community DRUMMM Events! November to December 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 00:31:00 +0000

Sunday 11/9 @ 2:30-4pm
"2nd Sundays" Monthly North Bay Drummm Circle
The Hub Vallejo, 350 Georgia St.
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5. Bring a drum or borrow one for $5, first come first serve.

Saturday 11/15 @ 4-5:30pm
"3rd Saturdays" Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle
Ashkenaz Berkeley, 1317 San Pablo Ave.
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5. Bring a drum or borrow one for $5, first come first serve.

Sunday 11/16 @ 10-11am
Family Drummm Circle
In Harmony Studio, 101 East H Street, Suite D, Downtown Benicia.
Rhythmic fun for the whole family! Open to all ages and levels of experience. Instruments provided or bring your own. Space is limited! Pre-registration is strongly recommended.
$25 per family (max 3 per family) in advance or $30 at the door if space is available.
Register: http://www.inharmonymusic.net/Drummm.html

Sunday 12/14
CANCELLED FOR DECEMBER - "2nd Sundays" Monthly North Bay Drummm Circle Have a happy holiday! See you in 2015!

Saturday 12/20 @ 4-6pm (extended time!)HOLIDAY EDITION - "3rd Saturdays" Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle - Potluck, Annual Food Drive, Gift Bazaar, Holiday Grooves...
Ashkenaz Berkeley, 1317 San Pablo Ave.
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5. Bring a drum or borrow one for $5, first come first serve.

Check back often, as we're adding and updating events all the time!

INFO: www.DRUMMM.com - jeni@drummm.com - 510.316.2850

OAKLAND WORLD PERCUSSION FESTIVAL!!! Saturday September 27, 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 24 Sep 2014 23:45:00 +0000

Sat., Sept. 27, 2014, the Largest, Baddest, Funkiest DAY OF THE DRUM is happening in Rhythm-Crazy Oakland, CA !!! From 9am - 6:30pm the house will literally be ROCKING with the infectious beats of Brazil, Cuba, Japan, Guinea, Trinidad, Brooklyn, the Congo and Oakland! All under ONE ROOF in an amazing display of culture, talent, energy and love!

The 3rd Annual Oakland World Percussion Festival 2014 is about to drop and YOU! are invited!

Website:

http://totalrhythm.com/OWPF/index.html

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/events/328908330602220/

IndieGoGo Campaign:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/oakland-world-percussion-festival-2014/x/542319

Confirmed artists include:

John Santos (5-time Grammy Nominee, McCoy Tyner, Dizzy Gillespie, Tito Puente)
Kiazi Malonga (Fua dia Congo, Kiandanda Dance Co.)
Edgardo Cambon (Oscar DeLeon, Eddie Palmieri, Ray Barretto)
Mary Ellen Donald (Gallal Kutub, Yusel Mostafa, Light Rain)
Robert "Bobby" Wallace (Bonnie Riatt, David Rudder, Margareth Menezes)
Mohammed Kouyate (Balafon, Djembe)
Tina "Bean" Blaine (Brian Eno, Tracy Blackmun, Eda Maxym)
Jeni Swerdlow (Mickey Hart, Loyd Family Players)
Carolyn Brandy (Zakir Hussain, Paquito DâRivera, Pete Escovedo)
Ben Isaacs (Djaily Kunda Kouyate, Balla Tounkara, Nabi Camara)
BATALA DRUM ENSEMBLE (Afro-Brazilian/Funk)
Kamesha Fofana (West African dance)
Jeff âTandouâ Pierre (Port of Prince, Haiti)
Maze Daiko (Japanese Taiko + Funk)
Mika Scott (Grateful Dead, Hamza Ell Din, Steve Miller)
PLUS MANY MORE !!!

http://totalrhythm.com/OWPF/index.html

ENJOY FOUR HOURS of FREE World Percussion and Dance performances.

Bring the whole family. Bring the kids for FREE Youth Drumming lessons!

Want to dive in deeper? The Festival offers SIX hour-long HANDS-ON Percussion Workshops covering Afro-Brazilian Funk, Rhythms from the Congo, Afro-Cuban Bembe, Middle Eastern Percussion, Beats and Songs from Haiti and Djembe Rhythms from West Africa! (Note: Percussion workshops are $20 each or $50 for ALL SIX!)

Buy your Workshop Pass here: http://totalrhythm.com/OWPF/index.html#workshops

Bring your drum and JOIN THE FUN! We'll have a scintillating International Marketplace, featuring sustainable and organic world music/art vendors from across the globe: African drums, Hand-made Chekeres from Cachimbo, Brazilian percussion, Natural hair and skin products, jewelry, original art, Pan-African CDs and DVDs...join us!

BRING YOUR APPETITE! We'll have mouth-watering food from Cameroon, Thailand, Trinidad, and Oakland, CA.

This a ONE LOVE event celebrating the incredible Power of the Drum.

The Festival includes a FREE community-wide CLOSING DRUM CIRCLE with dynamic facilitator Jeni Swerdlow (www.drummm.com)! Bring your drum or percussion if you have one, and if you have two bring one to share.

Full details here:

Website: http://totalrhythm.com/OWPF/index.html

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/328908330602220/

WANT TO SUPPORT THE FESTIVAL? Help make it all possible: Support our IndieGoGo campaign:

IndieGoGo Campaign:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/oakland-world-percussion-festival-2014/x/542319

We still need VOLUNTEERS!! Please email Robert@TotalRhythm.com for full details.

THANK YOU ! THANK YOU ! THANK YOU for making this CELEBRATION OF THE DRUM a HUGE SUCCESS !

Fall Back Into the Groove! Upcoming DRUMMM Events, Sept-Oct 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 29 Aug 2014 23:15:00 +0000

FALL BACK INTO THE GROOVE!
Upcoming DRUMMM Events
September-October 2014

Friday 9/12 @ 7-8pm - Drummm Jam at "2nd Fridays" Vallejo Art Walk (meet at the corner of Georgia St. and Marin St., right outside The Hub). Bring a drum or soundmaker and join in the fun at this monthly community art celebration! Open to all ages and levels/styles of drumming. Chairs provided. FREE!

Sunday 9/14 @ 2:30-4pm - "2nd Sundays" Monthly North Bay Drummm Circle at The Hub Vallejo, 350 Georgia St. This fun, playfully challenging drum circle is facilitated by DRUMMM Rhythmic Events founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR. Open to all ages, levels, cultures, and styles of drumming. No prior musical experience is necessary to participate. Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5. Bring a drum, or borrow one for $5, first come first serve.

Thursday 9/18 @ 3:30-4:30pm - Drummm OneBEAT at Danville Library, 400 Front St. DRUMMM hits the Arts Enrichment Book Club - fun for kids of all ages! FREE!

Saturday 9/20 @ 4-5:30pm - "3rd Saturdays" Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle - Special Autumn Equinox Celebration! at Ashkenaz Berkeley, 1317 San Pablo Ave. Open to all styles of drumming (as well as singing and dancing)! Jeni Swerdlow's facilitation makes the experience engaging, accessible, meaningful and FUN for participants of all ages and levels. Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5. Bring a drum, or borrow one for $5, first come first serve.

Saturday 9/27 @ 6-7pm - Jeni Swerdlow leads the Closing Drum Circle at Oakland World Percussion Festival at East Bay Church, 4130 Telegraph Ave, Oakland. "Northern California's Largest One-Day Percussion Event!" FREE!

Friday 10/10 @ 7-8pm - Drummm Jam at "2nd Fridays" Vallejo Art Walk (meet at the corner of Georgia St. and Marin St., right outside The Hub). Bring a drum or soundmaker and join in the fun at this monthly community art celebration! Open to all ages and levels/styles of drumming. Chairs provided. FREE!

Sunday 10/12 @ 2:30-4pm - "2nd Sundays" Monthly North Bay Drummm Circle at The Hub Vallejo, 350 Georgia St. This fun, playfully challenging drum circle is facilitated by DRUMMM Rhythmic Events founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR. Open to all ages, levels, cultures, and styles of drumming. No prior musical experience is necessary to participate. Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5. Bring a drum or borrow one for $5, first come first serve.

Saturday 10/18 @ 4-5:30pm - "3rd Saturdays" Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle at Ashkenaz Berkeley, 1317 San Pablo Ave. Open to all styles of drumming (as well as singing and dancing)! Jeni Swerdlow's facilitation makes the experience engaging, accessible, meaningful and FUN for participants of all ages and levels. Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5. Bring a drum or borrow one for $5, first come first serve.

Check back often, as we're adding and updating events all the time!

More info: www.DRUMMM.com - jeni@drummm.com - 510.316.2850

DRUMMM Summer Happenings!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 02 Jun 2014 17:34:00 +0000

COMMUNITY DRUMMM EVENTS
June - August 2014

Sat. 6/7 Drummm "TeenBEAT" - A special, FREE event for teens to de-stress during finals week. @ Union City Library, Union City CA.
2-2:45pm

Sun. 6/8 "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle - NEW PLACE AND TIME! @ The Hub, 350 Georgia St (at Marin St), Vallejo CA.
2:30-4pm

Sat. 6/21 Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle - SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION! @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA.
4-5:30pm

Sun. 7/13 "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle - NEW PLACE AND TIME! @ The Hub, 350 Georgia St (at Marin St), Vallejo CA.
2:30-4pm

Thu. 7/17 "FIZZ! BOOM! READ!" - A FREE children's Summer Reading Program event @ Los Gatos Library, Los Gatos CA.
4-4:45pm

Sat. 7/19 Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA.
4-5:30pm

Sat. 7/26 DRUMMM OneBEAT for Families @ Oneg Shabbat - Saturdays Unplugged at the JCCSF, San Francisco CA.
3-6pm

Sat. 8/2 DRUMMM OneBEAT - a FREE, Hands-on Community Rhythm Celebration! @ JFK Library, Vallejo CA.
1-2pm.

PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO monthly North Bay or East Bay Drummm Circles during the month of August. We will return in September. See you then!

Check back often, as we're adding and updating events all the time!

More info: www.DRUMMM.com - jeni@drummm.com - 510.316.2850

5/17 S.F. Bay Area DrumSTRONG "Drumming to BEAT Cancer"

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 05 May 2014 18:40:00 +0000

It's our annual S.F. Bay Area DrumSTRONG "Drumming to BEAT Cancer" Drummm Circle! Join the global DrumSTRONG movement - drum circles will be happening simultaneously in cities all around the world to raise awareness and funds for cancer.

Saturday May 17, 2014 at 4-6pm PST (will be webcast so others around the world can join in the beat!)

Located at Ashkenaz Music and Dance Cultural Center, 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley CA.

Open to all ages, levels and styles of drumming. No prior experience necessary. Bring a drum or play one of ours.

$10-25+ suggested donation - All proceeds will benefit Cancer Support Community of S.F. Bay Area.

Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR (DRUMMM Rhythmic Events) and Scott Rouse (S.F. Drum Lessons), plus special guests!

5/11 Celebrate the Rhythms of Life with Mom!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 05 May 2014 18:20:00 +0000

Join us on Sunday, May 11th for a Mother's Day Drummm Circle! Moms get $5 off admission!

This fun, playfully challenging "Second Sundays" drum circle is facilitated by DRUMMM Rhythmic Eventsfounder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR. Open to all ages, levels, cultures, and styles of drumming. No prior musical experience is necessary to participate. Jeni will get your hands moving and grooving on the drum in no time!

3:30-4pm Beginner Lesson: Intro to Hand Drumming/World Grooves
4-5pm All levels Facilitated Drummm Circle + Community Celebration.

Located @ IntegriTea Art + Event Space, 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA

Adults: $10; Kids 13 + under: $5; Seniors 65 + up $8; Babies under 2: Free. $5 off for Moms!!

Bring a drum or percussion if you have one, or play one of Jeni's drums for an additional $5 each (first come, first serve).

Questions? Contact Jeni Swerdlow at jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850.

DRUMMM Community Events (Feb-May 2014)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 04 Feb 2014 20:19:00 +0000

Sat. 2/8 DRUMMM for Kids @ Claremont Branch Library, Berkeley CA.
4-4:45pm
Family friendly + Free!

Sun. 2/9 NEW "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle @ IntegriTea, - 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA.
3:30-5pm

Sat. 2/15 Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA.
4-5:30pm

Sun. 3/9 NEW "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle @ IntegriTea, - 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA.
3:30-5pm

Sat. 3/15 Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA.
Come play and get ready for Sun. 3/16 event (see below), where we will Drummm for the masses!

4-5:30pm

Sun. 3/16 East Bay Drummm Circle Drummers @ Ashkenaz World Dance Showcase (41st Anniversary Bash + Benefit), Berkeley CA.
Must attend 3/15 East Bay Drummm Circle to participate as a drummer at this event (see above).
Doors @ 4:30pm, Show @ 5pm

Sun. 4/6 Closing Drummm Circle Celebration @ Stockton Earth Day Festival, Stockton CA.
4-4:45pm

Fri. 4/11 "Rhythm Ride" Drummm Circle @ East Bay Bike Party, Walnut Creek CA
9-10pm

Sun. 4/13 NEW "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle @ IntegriTea, - 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA.
3:30-5pm

Sat. 4/19 Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA.
4-5:30pm

Sun. 5/11 NEW "2nd Sundays" North Bay Drummm Circle @ IntegriTea, - 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA.
3:30-5pm

Sat. 5/17 DrumSTRONG S.F. Bay Area "Drumming to BEAT Cancer!" Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA.
4-6pm

Check back often, as we're adding and updating events all the time!

More info: www.DRUMMM.com - jeni@drummm.com - 510.316.2850

2013 Drummm Gratitudes

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 28 Dec 2013 21:19:00 +0000

DRUMMM wishes to thank these special people, companies, organizations, events and venues for an incredible 2013:

· Genentech
· eBay
· Google
· S.F. Winery
· de Young Museum
· Exploratorium
· Mickey Hart
· UCSF
· Cal State Hayward
· Delta College
· Mac World
· John Fitzgerald/REMO Inc.
· San Francisco Ballet
· Drum Circle Facilitators Guild (DCFG)
· Mentoring for Success
· Youth Enrichment Strategies
· San Francisco Unified School District
· Whim Agency
· Amy Kaneko Events
· Athena Academy
· Avenidas Rose Kleiner Senior Center
· El Carmelo Kids Club
· Bay Area Libaries - San Pablo, Walnut Creek, Sebastopol, Guerneville, Los Gatos, Menlo Park, San Lorenzo, El Sobrante, Union City
· Women Drummers International
· Ashkenaz Music and Dance Cultural Center
· Family Caregiver Alliance
· Kol Emeth
· Seneca Center
· Child Educational Center (CEC)
· YMCA Jones Gulch
· Shining Star Respite
· Masonic Homes
· Elizabeth House
· Camp Gan Israel
· Love Warriors
· Walters Jr. High
· Yavneh Day School
· Temple Isiah
· Victoria Fowler
· Francesca Genco
· Susanna Goldenstein
· Fairmount Elementary
· Otis Elementary
· IntegriTea

And a very special THANK YOU to all the new and continuing DRUMMM Co-Facilitators:

· Aaron Kierbel
· Adley Penner
· Craig Miller
· Patricio Angulo
· Paul Martin Sounder
· Peter Brightman
· Susan Jette
· Tomas Salcedo
· Yari Mander

And of course to our favorite little drummer boy Ethan - so glad you've joined the DRUMMM Team!!!

THANK YOU ALL FOR A BANGING YEAR!

In rhythm,

Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
Founder, Director, Lead Rhythm Facilitator

DRUMMM Rhythmic Events

Deck the Halls with Grooves and Rhythms! Celebrate the Holidays with DRUMMM

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 03 Dec 2013 21:51:00 +0000

What better way to celebrate the holidays than with your community in rhythm! Please join in one (or both) of these Drummm Circles and let your spirit soar!

Sunday 12/15/13
VALLEJO COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLE + HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE

Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
Open to all ages, levels, cultures, and styles of drumming. No prior musical experience is necessary to participate. Jeni will get your hands moving and grooving on the drum in no time! Please donate to our local Holiday Food Drive! We are accepting healthy canned or packaged foods for the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano Counties.
3-5pm
IntegriTea Art + Event Space, 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA

3-3:30pm Beginner Lesson: Intro to Hand Drumming/World Grooves
3:30-5pm All levels Facilitated Drum Circle/Community Celebration.
Adults: $10; Kids 12 and under: $5; Babies under 2: Free
Bring a drum or percussion if you have one. There will be plenty of extras on hand.

Saturday 12/21/13
EAST BAY COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLE, SOLSTICE CELEBRATION, POTLUCK + HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
Eat! Beat! And Be Merry! Winter Solstice is the perfect time to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the coming one. Please bring a dish or beverage to share at our annual Community Potluck, plus healthy canned or packaged foods for our annual Holiday Food Drive. All proceeds will be donated to the Alameda County Community Food Bank.
4-6pm in the Main Space
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Are you having a holiday event of your own that could use a little "kick"? Contact Jeni Swerdlow at jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850 to book your interactive holiday drummm circle or live drumming performance for your staff party, community event, or family gathering!

For more info, visit DRUMMM.

The beat goes on! DRUMMM welcomes newest drummer to the family, plus September-December 2013 Community Events

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 05 Sep 2013 20:55:00 +0000

Please welcome little drummer boy Ethan Isadore Brightman to the DRUMMM family! Ethan was born on Sunday August 11th, 2013 in Berkeley, CA to DRUMMM founder Jeni Swerdlow and proud papa Peter Brightman. So far he's shown an interest in listening to legendary drummers Babtunde Olatunji, Glen Velez, Master Musicians of Jajouka, and Mamady Keita to name just a few. Glad you could join us in rhythm and in life little Ethan! We can't wait to drummm with you.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY DRUMMM EVENTS
September-December 2013

Saturday 9/21
MONTHLY EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE
Featuring special guest facilitator Kathy Quain, MME, MT-BC
4:30-6pm in the Back Studio (Special time + space!)
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Sunday 10/6
DRUMMM CIRCLE @ DRUM SUNDAY KICKOFF PICNIC
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR; Hosted by Women Drummers International
1-3:30pm
Mosswood Park, Oakland CA
FREE!

Saturday 10/19
MONTHLY EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
4-5:30pm in the Main Space
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Saturday 10/26
HALLOWEEN COMMUNITY + FAMILY DRUMMM PROGRAM
11am-12pm
Guerneville Regional Library
Come in costume and join us in drumming up some Halloween fun!
FREE!

Saturday 11/9
VALLEJO COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLE
1-2pm
IntegriTea Art Space - 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA
In support of Vallejo Open Studios. Open to all ages, all levels. Bring a seat and drum or percussion if you have one. Some drums available.
FREE! (Donations accepted)

Sunday 11/10

VALLEJO COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLE

5:30-6:30pm
IntegriTea Art Space - 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA

In support of Vallejo Open Studios. Open to all ages, all levels. Bring a seat and drum or percussion if you have one. Some drums available.

FREE! (Donations accepted)

Saturday 11/16
MONTHLY EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE + FOOD DRIVE
Please bring healthy canned or packaged foods for our annual Food Drive. All proceeds will be donated to the Alameda County Community Food Bank.
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
4-5:30pm in the Main Space
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Thursday 12/12
DRUMMM FOR KIDS
Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR + the DRUMMM Team
4-4:50pm
Walnut Creek Library
FREE!

Thursday 12/12
DRUMMM FOR ADULTS
Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR + the DRUMMM Team
6:30-7:30pm
Walnut Creek Library
FREE!

Sunday 12/15
VALLEJO COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLE + HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
3-5pm
IntegriTea Art + Event Space, 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA
Please donate to our local Holiday Food Drive! We are accepting healthy canned or packaged foods for the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano Counties.
3-3:30pm Beginner Lesson: Intro to Hand Drumming/World Grooves
3:30-5pm All levels Facilitated Drum Circle/Community Celebration.
Open to all ages, levels, cultures, and styles of drumming. No prior musical experience is necessary to participate. Jeni will get your hands moving and grooving on the drum in no time!
Adults: $10; Kids 12 and under: $5; Babies under 2: Free
Bring a drum or percussion if you have one. There will be plenty of extras on hand.

Saturday 12/21
MONTHLY EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE, SOLSTICE CELEBRATION + HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
Eat! Beat! And Be Merry! Please bring a dish or beverage to share at our Community Potluck, plus healthy canned or packaged foods for our annual Holiday Food Drive. All proceeds will be donated to the Alameda County Community Food Bank.
4-6pm in the Main Space
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Check back here often - events are being added all the time!
For more info visit www.DRUMMM.com.
For bookings or questions please contact Jeni Swerdlow - jeni@drummm.com - 510.316.2850

Summer of Rhythm! DRUMMM Community Events Calendar, Jun-Aug 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 16:27:00 +0000

Join DRUMMM Rhythmic Events founder and facilitator Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR and friends in a joyful celebration of rhythm! It's a magical, music-making experience that everyone can participate in together. Come play!

Sat 6/15 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA

4-5:30pm

Wed 6/19 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ San Lorenzo Library - Free + family-friendly!
2:30-3:15pm

Sat 6/22 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Union City Library - Free + family-friendly!
2:00-2:45pm

Wed 6/26 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Los Gatos Library - Free + family-friendly!
10:30-11:15am

Wed 7/10 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Menlo Park Library - Free + family-friendly!
10:30-11:15am

Wed 7/10 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Belle Haven Branch Library, Menlo Park - Free + family-friendly!
1:30-2:15pm

Sat 7/20 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle with Special Guest Rhythm Facilitator Susan Jette, MT-BC @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA
4-5:30pm

Mon 8/12 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ El Sobrante Library - Free + family-friendly!
7-7:45pm

Sat 8/17 Please note that there will be NO Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle in August. See you in September on 9/21!

For more info, visit www.DRUMMM.com. Check back often - events are being added all the time!

Community Drummm Events Calendar (Feb-May 2013)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:47:00 +0000

Join us in these "hands-on" drumming events - engaging, accessible, meaningful and fun for ALL skill levels!

Sat 2/1 Closing Drum Circle Ceremony with Arthur Hull @ MacWorld/iWorld 2013, Moscone Center, S.F.
3:30-4:30pm

Sat 2/16 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA
4-5:30pm

Fri 2/22-Sun 2/24 8th Annual Drum Circle Facilitators Conference (with presentation by DRUMMM founder Jeni Swerdlow) @ Pasaro Dunes Resort, Watsonville CA

Sat 3/16 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA

4-5:30pm

Fri 4/5-Sun 4/7 Embodying Perspehone: Women's Spring Renewal Retreat with Drum, Yoga, + Song @ Black Mountain Retreat Center, Cazadero CA. Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow + Francesca Genco

Fri 4/19 Imagining Nonviolence: Healing from Violence @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA
Non-Violence Workshops @ 6:30pm; Kids' Drum Circle @ 7:30pm; Healing Drummm Circle with Jeni Swerdlow @ 8:30pm; Followed by live music with SambaDa + Cosmos Percussion Orchestra.

Sat 4/20 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA

4-5:30pm - Dinner nearby immediately afterwards, followed by Baba Olatunji Birthday Celebration @ Ashkenaz

Sat 5/18 drumSTRONG "drumming to BEAT cancer" Annual Drummm Circle at Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA. $10-25 Suggested donation. Proceeds to benefit S.F. Bay Area Cancer Support Community.
4-5:30pm

Fri 5/24 Full Moon Drummm Circle Celebration @ UCSF Saunders Court, Parnassus Campus, San Francisco CA. FREE!
12-1pm

Tue 5/28 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Sebastopol Library, Sebastopool CA (Free + All ages!)
4-4:45pm

For more info, visit www.DRUMMM.com. Check back often - events are being added all the time!

Embodying Persephone: A Women's Spring Renewal Retreat with Drum, Yoga, + Song

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:50:00 +0000

Embodying Persephone
A Women's Spring Renewal Retreat with Drum, Yoga, and Song
Friday April 5 - Sunday April 7, 2013

Offered by Francesca Genco of Lilac Music and Jeni Swerdlow of DRUMMM. Renew yourself in the company of women as we transition from Winter to Spring! Prepare to soothe, connect, and awaken the mind-body-spirit through rhythm, voice, and movement.

We will drum, sing, dream, draw, dance, and walk the land of the beautiful Black Mountain Retreat Center in Cazadero, CA. Just 2 hours drive from S.F. Bay Area!

In addition to leading us in embodied song, Francesca will offer yoga classes as part of our weekend together. Jeni will facilitate the funnest, most empowering drumming sessions you ever dared to experience AND lead us in creating our personal visions through the process of writing and collage!

Lovely accommodations, delicious vegetarian meals, hiking trails through forest and meadows await you! Bodywork sessions with the incomparable Jeannie McKenzie will also be available.

Open to all levels of experience and creativity, this will be a safe and supportive environment in which to explore, play, discover, and nurture both inside and out.

Early Bird through March 11 (paid in full) = $295 (includes meals + lodging!)
After March 11 = $350
$150 non-refundable deposit required to hold your spot.

Contact Francesca Genco at fagenco7@gmail.com to register.

About the Facilitators:

Francesca Genco is a singer and sound healer, yoga instructor, bodyworker and interdisciplinary arts teacher. She is the founder of Song of the Body, which offers classes, workshops and retreats in Embodied Voice, yoga and creative expression. Francesca’s classes and private sessions are based in creating an intimate relationship with the body as we learn to listen and respond to its natural intelligence and resonance. www.lilacmusic.com

Percussionist and registered art therapist Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR is a dynamic and engaging facilitator, presenter, and performer. Founding DRUMMM Rhythmic Events in 2000, her interactive, “hands-on” group drumming programs have engaged thousands of participants at a wide variety of events in the U.S. and abroad. She is a REMO endorsed drum circle facilitator, trained HealthRHYTHMS facilitator, and lifelong student of West African drumming and world percussion. Swerdlow is best known for her innovative strategies and playful attitude that make drumming engaging, accessible, meaningful and fun for all levels, ages, and backgrounds. www.drummm.com

Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle Gathers Community in Rhythm!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 17:55:00 +0000

East Bay Monthly Community Drummm Circle - Every 3rd Saturday!

Join DRUMMM founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR and friends in a joyful celebration of rhythm! Group drumming can be a fun and effective way to reduce stress, connect with oneself and others, live in the moment, and build musical skills. Jeni's facilitation makes drumming engaging, accessible, and meaningful for all ages, all levels. Come play! Watch a Video

Time: 4:00-5:30pm (4:00-4:20pm Quick-n-Easy Beginner Hand-Drumming Lesson; 4:20-5:30pm Let's All Play!)

Location: Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, California www.ashkenaz.com

Dates for 2013: 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/20, 5/18, 6/15, 7/20, (no August), 9/21, 10/19, 11/16, 12/21

Cost: Adults (13 years + over): $10 at the door if you bring a drum, $15 if you need to borrow a drum (loaner drums available on a first-come, first-serve basis). Kids (12 years and under--must be supervised by an adult): $5 at the door if you bring a drum, $10 you need to borrow a drum.

This is an all ages, all levels, hands-on facilitated drum circle event. Beginners are encouraged to come early for an introduction to hand-drumming and basic world grooves.

Beginning Drummers:
-Learn basic hand and stick drumming techniques!
-Play universal world rhythms in an ensemble!
-Discover how to find the beat and really listen!
-Have fun making music in a safe, supportive environment!
-Explore drumming as a means of self-expression and stress relief!

Experienced Drummers:
-Learn to improvise and play music “in-the-moment”!
-Improve musicality and learn to play dynamically!
-Work on technique and soloing!
-Develop drum circle facilitation skills!
-Connect with other drummers in your area!

About the Facilitator:

San Francisco Bay Area percussionist and registered art therapist Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR is a dynamic and engaging facilitator, trainer, presenter, and performer. Founding DRUMMM Rhythmic Events in 2000, her interactive, “hands-on” group drumming programs have engaged many thousands of participants at a wide variety of events in the U.S. and abroad. She is a REMO endorsed drum circle facilitator, trained HealthRHYTHMS facilitator, and lifelong student of West African drumming and world percussion. Swerdlow is best known for her innovative strategies and playful attitude that foster teambuilding, support wellness, enhance celebrations, and strengthen community for event participants of all ages and backgrounds.

Info: www.DRUMMM.com
Contact: Jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850