Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Friday, January 23, 2015
How Drumming Connects People
By Jim Donovan M.Ed.
Drum Circles are a powerful way to connect people. For many thousands of years, our ancestors used drumming as a catalyst to bond their communities together. In the circle, we had a way to express ourselves, release emotional energy, witness and be a witness to each other, support and be supported, be a part of something bigger than ourselves and deeply enjoy the gift of being alive - all though the power of music.
Now more than ever, it's time to bring our families, friends, neighbors and enemies back together. I believe that one way we can do this in our own communities is by creating experiences for connection to happen.
This is where Drum Circle Leadership comes in.
One of my missions is to teach as many people as are willing how to lead transformative drum circles. The reason I'm so passionate about this idea is that I have seen the development of hundreds of friendships first hand. I've witnessed people show up to drum completely stressed to the max, only to leave 2 hours later relaxed and in balance. I've seen apathetic young people, corporate executives, NCAA basketball teams, bishops and even workers in a Saw Mill transform into energetic and cohesive teams (without using their smart phones!).
Drumming with others is POWERFUL.
Even in 2015, I believe we can still use the tools of ancestors and bring the people in our world back together again- one community at a time.
The Drum Circle Leadership system is based on the idea that if there is desire, there is a way. There are no prerequisites for our trainings, and musical experience is not required. If you do have musical training, you will be delighted about how you will be able to use your existing skills a new ways. We'll show you how to get your drum circle started, and keep it exciting and fun for years to come.
I invite you to join us.
Jim Donovan
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| Harnessing the Incredible Energy of College Freshman @ the College of Saint Benedict, Saint John's University in Collegeville, MN |
Here are several opportunities for Drum Circle Leadership Trainings in 2015.
All of them have early bird pricing that you might be interested in.
Upcoming Trainings
Right Now, On Your Computer, Drum Circle Leadership Online Training
Foundation Skills. Group Music Making. Practice & Support. Musical Shaping. Program Design. Drum Along Videos. Traditional Lessons. Much more!
Over 350 Training videos. New Videos Every Month. Learn at Your Own Pace. 24/7.
As low as $24.99 per month. (.82 cents per day)
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March 27-29, Loretto, PA, Drum Circle Leadership Professional Boot Camp
This training is for those with experience leading Drum Circles.
In-Circle Skill Refinement. Rhythm & Melody Seeds Methodology. How to Build Team Building Events. Business Plans, Grants & Funding Opportunities. (Level 2)
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June 6-7, Syracuse, NY, Drum Circle Leadership Foundation
This training is for those who are new to leading Drum Circles.
Foundation Skills. Group Music Making. Practice & Support. Musical Shaping. Rhythm & Wellness. Program Design. (Level 1)
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June 18-21, Loretto, PA, Drum Circle Leadership Foundation
This training is for those who are new to leading Drum Circles.
Foundation Skills. Group Music Making. Practice & Support. Musical Shaping. Rhythm & Wellness. Program Design. Working with Children. Working with Older Adults. (Level 1)
Learn more...
Oct. 11-12, 2015 Fairhaven, MA, Drum Circle Leadership Foundation
This training is for those who are new to leading Drum Circles.
Foundation Skills. Group Music Making. Practice & Support. Musical Shaping. Rhythm & Wellness. Program Design. Working with Children. Working with Older Adults. (Level 1)
Learn more...
Fall 2015 Minneapolis, MN, Drum Circle Leadership Foundation
This training is for those who are new to leading Drum Circles.
Foundation Skills. Group Music Making. Practice & Support. Musical Shaping. Rhythm & Wellness. Program Design. Working with Children. Working with Older Adults. (Level 1)
Details TBA soon
Keep warm and take good care of yourself today.
Jim Donovan
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Monday, January 5, 2015
How to Play the Slap on the Djembe w/ Jim Donovan
How to Play the Slap on the Djembe : w/ Jim Donovan
Part 4 of a 4 part lesson on Djembe technique with Jim Donovan.
Note: Get 100s of Drum Circle Leadership Training videos now. Plus as a bonus, receive a copy of the new book "Drum Circle Leadership" by Jim Donovan with your subscription ($24.99 value). http://www.drumcircleleadership.com/online-training
Sunday, January 4, 2015
How to Play the Tone on the Djembe w/ Jim Donovan
How to Play the Tone on the Djembe : w/ Jim Donovan
Part 3 of a 4 part lesson on Djembe technique.
Note: Get 100s of Drum Circle Leadership Training videos now. Plus as a bonus, receive a copy of the new book "Drum Circle Leadership" by Jim Donovan with your subscription ($24.99 value). http://www.drumcircleleadership.com/online-training
Saturday, January 3, 2015
How to Play the Bass Tone on the Djembe: w/ Jim Donovan
How to Play the Bass Tone on the Djembe: w/ Jim Donovan
Part 2 of a 4 part lesson on Djembe technique.
Watch more djembe technique videos here.
Note: Get 100s of Drum Circle Leadership Training videos now. Plus as a bonus, receive a copy of the new book "Drum Circle Leadership" by Jim Donovan with your subscription ($24.99 value). http://www.drumcircleleadership.com/online-training
Friday, January 2, 2015
How to Hold Your Djembe by Jim Donovan
How to Hold Your Djembe by Jim Donovan
This is part 1 of a 4 part lesson on Djembe technique with Jim Donovan.
You may watch the full playlist here.
Note: Get 100s of Drum Circle Leadership Training videos now. Plus as a bonus, receive a copy of the new book "Drum Circle Leadership" by Jim Donovan with your subscription ($24.99 value). http://www.drumcircleleadership.com/online-training
Thursday, January 1, 2015
How to Use Rhythm to Relax : Calm Yourself in Just 120 Seconds w/ Jim Donovan
The Stopwatch Tap Technique
This technique uses an effective trick that essentially flips on the brain’s relaxation
response using rhythmic entrainment. The technique is very simple and highly effective.
This video offers an explanation and then takes you through the technique. Below are the three key steps for doing the Stopwatch Tap Technique on your own.
I like to use this one when I can't sleep, or if I want to calm down quickly during a stressful situation.
3 steps
(1) Close your eyes and imagine the sound of a stopwatch, like the one at the beginning of the news show “60 Minutes”.
(2) Begin to lightly tap your hands or fingers on your legs, alternating the hand back and forth to the speed of a stopwatch ticking.
(3) Breathe Slowly
Try to keep the tapping going for at least 120 seconds or for as long as it feels good to do so.
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