Monthly
Drum Circle
Hosted by Gary Gent and Debbie Gent
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.
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