Intro to Drumming - WORKSHOP - For Women

Hand / Stick Drum style drumming No experience necessary Have you wanted to try drumming? You can do it! Learn to drum in one session....yes really, in one session. Drumming is accessible. You will be a part of a drum piece in 60-90 minutes. We will explore both hand and stick style drumming. Mon...

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Co-ed Basic Groovin'Heart

Hand / Stick Drum Beginners and Beyond This class will introduce you to technique training for a variety of drum styles (e.g djembes, conga’s, snares, toms, and bass drums). Technique practice and playing musical pieces are used to teach you about the art of drumming. African, Brazilian, Caribbe...

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For Women - Basic Groovin'Heart

Hand / Stick Drum No experience and Beyond This class offers technique training for a variety of drum styles that use both hands and sticks (e.g djembes, conga’s, snares, toms, and bass drums). Technique practice and playing musical pieces are used to teach you about the art of drumming. African...

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For Women - Groovin'Heart 2

Hand / Stick Drum Intermediate and Beyond This class offers technique training for a variety of drum styles that use both hands and sticks (e.g djembes, conga’s, snares, toms, and bass drums). Technique practice and playing musical pieces are used to teach you about the art of drumming. African, ...

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For Women - Djoyful Djuns

Djoyful Djuns Some experience and Beyond Women have had a long history of playing the Dun Duns. Duns and Djembes make beautiful music together. Both traditional and contemporary pieces will be shared. Saturday (every other) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm - In person Fee: $20

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Co-Ed - HealthRHYTHMS for People with Parkinson's

No experience necessary A variety of drums will be available to share or bring your own The drum is a wonderful wellness tool. Come and explore how the sounds of drums and other percussion instruments will help you release any stress from life and leave you in a peaceful state of being. The sessi...

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Open Hearts - DRUM CIRCLE - Family Friendly / All ages welcome!

Community Drum Circle No experience necessary Drums/instruments will be available to share or bring your own! An intergenerational drum circle that focuses on having fun and connecting through rhythms and beats. The experience will include both creative expression and facilitated drumming. It wil...

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One-on-One (private) Lesson 60-90 minutes in person or on Zoom/Facetime

Online - Zoom lesson What a One-on-One (private ) Lesson will include! Before the meeting (by email or phone): 1) We will determine the goal of the lesson. This ensures that we have the music and instruments that we need ready on lesson day. Samples of Goals: -Work on a skill/technique - stick an...

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Private Group Drum

What a Group Lesson will include! Before the meeting (by email or phone): 1) We will determine the goal of the class. This ensures that we have the music and instruments that we need ready on lesson day. Samples of Goals: -Work on a skill/technique - stick and hand drum sounds, counting out part...

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Private group session - Smith College group

Smiling Drum offers custom classes for private parties or groups. Come and explore drumming together. Contact Marisa to discuss availability and options. Fees Vary

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Intro to Drumming - WORKSHOP - CO-Ed

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Co-Ed Groovin'Heart 1

Hand / Stick Drum Some experience and Beyond This class offers technique training for a variety of drum styles that use both hands and sticks (e.g djembes, conga’s, snares, toms, and bass drums). Technique practice and playing musical pieces are used to teach you about the art of drumming. Afric...

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All invited! TREESDRUMSLOVE Celebration 2025!

TreesDrumLove Celebration 2025his year we are honoring the Oak tree and the life it sustains!Day/Date:Time:Where:“Come and Enjoy”SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:BoothsSpecial guest - Craig David - Artist - find him at - artdavidii.comArt piece by Craig David located in Cherokee Park - “Peace Table”TREE PROJEC...

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Smiling Drum T-shirts - positive messages

Smiling Drum T-Shirts Colorful fun tie-dye shirts with positive messages on the back. Message choices: "Committed to Women and Community" "Drum Beats Open Hearts" "Beats Build Bridges" "Drum in Drum out Just Drum" Price: $40

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