How to Facilitate a Drum Circle

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    1. Introduction to the Drum Circle
    A lesson with Kalani Music
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    Want to join or start your own drum circle? This lesson by Kalani describes the need for a musical approach, defines main requirements, and more.

    Introduction to the Drum Circle
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    Want to join or start your own drum circle? This lesson by Kalani describes the need for a musical approach, defines main requirements, and more.

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    2. History of the Drum Circle
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    Where did drum circles start? What makes them unique from other forms of community drumming? This lesson covers the history and context of drum circles.

    History of the Drum Circle
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    Where did drum circles start? What makes them unique from other forms of community drumming? This lesson covers the history and context of drum circles.

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    3. Drum Circle Leading Techniques | Part 1
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    Leading the way in your local drum circle? In this lesson, part one of three, you’ll learn three important techniques for facilitating community expression.

    Drum Circle Leading Techniques | Part 1
    with Kalani Music

    Leading the way in your local drum circle? In this lesson, part one of three, you’ll learn three important techniques for facilitating community expression.

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    4. Drum Circle Leading Techniques | Part 2
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    In this lesson for drum circle leaders, part two of three, learn how to facilitate musical partnerships, increase energy, and reduce volume and tempo.

    Drum Circle Leading Techniques | Part 2
    with Kalani Music

    In this lesson for drum circle leaders, part two of three, learn how to facilitate musical partnerships, increase energy, and reduce volume and tempo.

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    5. Drum Circle Leading Techniques | Part 3
    A lesson with Kalani Music
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    In the third part of this series on techniques for leading a drum circle, learn how to teach with indirect involvement and lead by musical example.

    Drum Circle Leading Techniques | Part 3
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    In the third part of this series on techniques for leading a drum circle, learn how to teach with indirect involvement and lead by musical example.

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    Anita U
    Thank you! I´m going to start a circle of medicine drums inBucaramanga, Colombia. Regards.
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    Richard C
    Outstanding lesson! Is this course available for CMTE's?
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    Alex L
    Fantastic lesson! This did very well to remind me what the circle is really all about.
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    Tim K
    Just getting going as a facilitator. This helped a lot. Thanks.
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    Kalani Music
    Thank you Tim. Best wishes!
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    Rich E
    Great summary! I deeply appreciate your message about the importance of providing a democratic setting for making music!
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    Kalani Music
    Thank you! Yes, in this setting, it's important to make sure everyone has a say.
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