Drumming & Singing
Workshops
Scott & Susan run a variety
of exciting & empowering drumming, singing & musical workshops
based on African drumming and self-expression
using drums, percussion &, voice.
Half-day workshops focus
exclusively on the teaching of traditional West African drumming
(African djembes are provided if you need one)
whilst each full-day or weekend musical workshop centres on a different theme
and incorporates
a variety of
tools & techniques
in a relaxed yet energising environment.
Drumming
is an empowering, emotive and uplifting experience
which reconnects us
with the earth upon which we walk and can help us to transcend inhibitions through
true self-expression. The power of drum and voice can raise our energy levels and
inspire us to move more rhythmically through our everyday lives, reminding us of the pulsing of all life.
We ALL have rhythm, we ALL have a pulse and we ALL have a unique voice; these workshops will
help
you to re-discover yours. Drumming and singing is a positive
experience which reminds us of the importance of experiencing each moment of our
lives to the full.
These
experiential workshops aim to bring individuals together to celebrate life and
its many rhythms and
to rediscover and strengthen personal connections with the land.
Using drums, rattles and voice, these workshops encourage you to find and
express your own unique sense of rhythm and enable you to experience something of the inspirational and
'healing' qualities of sound, whether soothing or invigorating!
You do not need any previous experience of either drumming or singing to
be able to participate fully in the friendly, enjoyable and positive tribal
atmosphere that these inspirational, accessible and energising musical workshops create, for drumming is most definitely not
a competitive sport...
So come join the circle of drums!
2010
Workshop Program:
We
are running a variety of musical workshops
including evenings, half days, whole days and
a full weekend retreat
in addition to taster workshops at many festivals and exhibitions.
(see
Diary of Events
page for the latter!)
For booking information or more details
on any of our
workshops
listed below please contact us
Please note
that full day and weekend workshops are generally suitable for adults only
(with
occasional experienced exceptions!)
AND that ALL our workshops are strictly by advance bookings only as
places are always limited...
Private sessions in
the form of evenings, half days and whole days led by
Scott are also available on both an individual & group basis,
including family groups, spiritual development circles & schools - contact us for pricing
& availability
NB: Responsibility
lies solely with the Individual at all times during any workshop.
Evening Drumming Workshops:
(scroll down for half-day, full day and weekend drumming workshops!)
Public
Evening Drumming workshops led by Scott are running on:
25th March 2010:
at GEM, Bobbington, West Midlands/Shropshire border
Advance bookings only via Lynn - 07738 858460 /
www.twisted-willows.com
25th June 2010:
in Langley, between Macclesfield and Buxton
Advance bookings only - limited places - via US (07814 632931/Contact
Us)
8th July 2010:
in Roadwater, N. Somerset
Further details & bookings are available from Edward
- 01984 640147
29th July 2010:
at GEM, Bobbington, West Midlands
Advance bookings only via Lynn - 07738 858460 /
www.twisted-willows.com
10th September 2010:
in Whittlesford, Cambridge
Further details & bookings are available from Cathy
- 01223 835374
Some drums are provided but please bring along any personal
drums!
For
availability of private drumming evenings for closed groups, circles or parties
please
Contact Us
Half-Day African Drumming Workshops:
(scroll down for full day and weekend drumming workshops!)
2-6pm 21st March 2010:
The Many Rhythms Of The Drum
A Vibrant Afternoon of African Drumming
Held at the Fielden Centre, Todmorden, Lancs / W. Yorks border
Celebrate the power of rhythm!
Drumming is an
ancient and powerful form of expression which resonates deep within us all;
come join the circle of drums and learn
vibrant and varied traditional rhythms on the African djembe.
Rediscover your own natural sense of rhythm and express yourself freely
in this invigorating, fun and inspirational drumming workshop.
ALL WELCOME, from beginners to the more experienced!
All (ethically traded) instruments are provided both for use & for sale,
but please feel free to bring along any personal drums.
Refreshments are provided!
2.00
- 6.00pm, £17.50 per person
Limited Places -
Advance Bookings only - please
see
Contact Us
for bookings
NB: This workshop requires
the advance completion of a Dragonfly Moon workshop booking form.
Full-Day African Drumming Workshops:
(scroll down for full weekend workshops!)
Saturday 30th October 2010
Drumming For The Soul:
freedom, inspiration & expression
with Scott Jasper
An inspirational full day African drumming workshop
Held at the fabulous Chacewater Village Hall/Conference Centre,
near Truro/Redruth, Cornwall
Drumming is part of a universal language
practised the world over for millennia which speaks to our souls
and has the power to inspire and move us on many levels.
Learn
vibrant African rhythms to awaken your senses.
Overcome inhibition and feel the freedom and
power of being truly in the moment.
Discover the excitement of group drumming and the inspirational qualities of
rhythm.
Explore the positive effects of drumming for our health, our lives and our
souls.
Express yourself freely and creatively using drum, rattle and voice.
Celebrate the power and vitality of the drum!
Connect with the spirit of the drum & be inspired!
A wide range of fairly traded drums & rattles will be provided
and no experience is necessary
Refreshments are provided but please bring a vegetarian lunch to share!
10.30am - 4.30pm, £35.00 per person
NB: This
workshop requires the advance completion of a Dragonfly Moon workshop booking
form.
Contact Us
to reserve your
place(s) now!!
** This workshop is preceded by a
Special 'Dragonfly Moon' CONCERT in the same venue the evening before - see
Concerts page **
NB: This will be
our ONLY concert and workshop in Cornwall in 2010!
** BOOKING NOW!**
Saturday 20th November 2010 - Full!
Running again Sunday 21st November 2010
-
Booking NOW!
THE SPIRIT OF THE DRUM
with Scott Jasper
An enlivening & inspirational full day drumming & singing workshop
Held at the Fielden Centre, Todmorden, Lancs / W. Yorks border
Ancient & universal, drumming is a powerful form of expression which resonates
deep within us all, its spirit calling us to celebrate the magic of being
alive!
Feel
the freedom of true self-expression using drum, rattle and voice,
raising positive energy through group drumming and singing.
Discover how the healing qualities of drum and voice can reconnect you with the
energies of Earth & Spirit.
Learn to play some of the many rhythms of the amazing African djembe,
also known as both ‘the dancing drum’ and ‘the healing drum’
and feel the power of being truly in the moment as you discover your own unique
rhythm.
Connect with the spirit of the drum & be inspired!
10.30am - 4.30pm, £35.00 per person
A wide range of fairly traded drums & rattles will be provided
and no experience is necessary
Refreshments are provided but please bring a vegetarian lunch to share!
NB: This
workshop requires the advance completion of a Dragonfly Moon workshop booking
form.
Contact Us
to reserve your
place(s) now!!
** This workshop is preceded by a
Special 'Dragonfly Moon' CONCERT in the same venue the evening before - see
Concerts page **
** BOOKING NOW!**
**Saturday 20th Nov - Full - please contact us to go on the reserve list**
**Sunday 21st Nov - BOOKING NOW!**
Full Weekend Musical Workshops:
24th - 25th April 2010:
MUSIC
FOR THE HEART & SOUL
A
Unique and Empowering Weekend Musical Retreat
with Scott Jasper and Susan
Garlick
Held in a beautiful location on the magical ISLE of MAN
Ancient
and universal; powerful and profound, music urges us to celebrate the
inspirational magic of life itself.
During this musical retreat you will learn to play a variety of
tribal instruments from around the world, encouraging you to discover where you
are on your life’s path, overcome inhibition and express yourself fully with
freedom and creativity.
Held
in a beautiful setting with an atmosphere of warmth and enthusiasm, this weekend
provides a unique opportunity to explore the transformational power of music in
connection with the nurturing spirit of both landscape and community. Beginning
with the ‘spirit of the self’ you will reconnect with your centre by harnessing
the haunting sounds of North American flute, the meditative tones of Tibetan
singing bowls and mantras and the powerful magic of frame drumming. This will
in turn open you up to experience the wild power of drum and voice, exploring
the vibrancy of rhythm using African djembes, known also as both the ‘dancing’
and ‘healing’ drum and feeling the profound freedom of singing together from the
heart and soul as we share songs and chants to reconnect us to earth and spirit.
We
will also explore the healing qualities of sound and ancient musical instruments
including a didgeridoo ‘visioning’ and a drum healing circle as well as
reconnecting with the natural music of the landscape as we look outwards to
nature, expressing and celebrating our connections to the wild land and the
elements through music and voice-work, stirring your creativity with a visit to
one of Man’s beautiful beaches.
No
musical experience necessary, simply a willingness to express yourself from the
heart!
The workshop runs from 10.00am-6.00pm on Saturday and
10.00am-5.00pm on Sunday, with all meals & refreshments provided.
(Accommodation
is also available & special diets can be catered for)
A wide
range of fairly traded ethnic musical instruments will be provided
There
will also a pre-workshop FRI EVENING SUPPER & ACOUSTIC CONCERT
during which Scott & Susan will be sharing Inspirational Songs of Earth & Spirit
in a special intimate & acoustic format.
Limited places: ADVANCE
BOOKINGS ONLY
ALL
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES SHOULD BE MADE TO BRIGHTLIFE, Ballalheaney,
Isle of Man
via
www.brightlife.com
or 01624 880318
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