Aug. 14, 2024 : WALK-INS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US TODAY

The act of drumming together in a circle has been with humanity for thousands of years. It is a wonderful means of connecting people in a fun, exciting and profound way. It's no surprise that drum circles have continued to be a cultural phenomena for building community and providing a gateway for people to be musically engaged without needing years of formal training. Anyone can do it!

In this workshop, Dave Curry will show you how to get a decent sound from a variety of different drum types. He will also teach you several rhythms from different cultural sources that are popular in drum circle gatherings. You can bring your own drum if you have one, but David will bring enough drums to ensure that everyone has something to play. Children 10 years or older with an accompanying adult are welcome to participate.

Dave Curry is the creator of Drums For One & All, the umbrella under which he offers the following drumming-related services: event facilitation, workshop instruction, private lessons, live performances, and drum repairs. Since 2001, Dave has lead the popular FreeDrum event every month, as well as the SpiritDrum event since 2006. Dave is the co-creator and organizer for the Eastern Mass Rhythm Festival, which is entering its 20th season. For 14 years, Dave taught hand drumming through the Assabet school, and now he currently teaches through the Groton Hill Music Center. He is the author of two books on hand drumming and percussion. Dave is the creative director of the Drum Nomads performance ensemble. Over the past 24 years, Dave has lead well over 1500 drumming events at schools, churches, colleges, libraries, retreat centers and other institutions across New England.

Sponsored by Friends of the Library.