Drum TalkDrum TalkAugust 22-25, 2008, Gabriola Island
“Your body speaks to you in a symphony of rhythms - the drum returns the call”
DESCRIPTION
Since the beginning of time, drums have been utilized to celebrate and express all that it means to be human. “Drum Talk” will support you to initiate a rhythmical dialogue with yourself within community. The uplifting resonance of the African drum nourishes us physically, emotionally, and spiritually, and becomes the vehicle upon which we can explore personal and community issues.
We will learn rhythms and songs from West Africa, the Caribbean and South America, and play various percussion instruments from around the world.
This “playshop” is suited to first time beginners or more experienced players, and will involve sound healing techniques, drum circle work, guided imagery with drumming, and playful rhythm games.
This retreat will culminate with a celebratory drum circle inclusive of the larger Haven and Gabriola Island communities.
“Lyle is excellent–a great group leader–the session was fun, informative, and energetic. A++! I felt like I’d had my money’s worth in one session.”
Participant, Society for the Arts in Healthcare (SAH) International Conference
FORMAT
We begin at the beginning, building a strong rhythmical foundation with the basics of hand drumming technique. The evocative and healing power of the drum is felt at a deep level. Our container becomes the drum circle, a versatile model within which there is potential to learn about creativity, building community, deepening our faith, leadership, wellness and living in peace and tolerance. Through songs, poetry, call and response drumming and body percussion, we reconnect with our innate sense of rhythm and the Earth that sustains us.
WHO WILL BENEFIT
Anyone who wants to bring more joy, creativity and passion into their personal lives, work or relationships, and:
• health care workers and practitioners
• professionals in all fields
• seekers on a spiritual path
• music therapists and music lovers
• people living with chronic illness
• teachers and coaches
• performing artists
• community organizers
THE LEADER
Lyle is a percussionist/singer/guitarist, educator and children’s entertainer with a special interest in African drumming.
He has performed and studied worldwide and regularly presents at international conferences on various topics related to health and creativity. Lyle has shared music with children at BC Children’s Hospital one day a week for 15 years and leads Canada’s longest running weekly drop-in Community Drum Circle. For the past seven years, he has worked with the UBC Sauder School of Business, leading manager training and executive development programs. Lyle’s diverse music career includes touring, writing, recording, teaching and leading rhythm based events throughout North America and Europe. He studied drumming extensively in Ghana, West Africa and has a private practice using sound to promote wellness in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Read a more detailed bio of Lyle. Contact him via email with any questions.
REGISTER
To register for this weekend retreat, please visit the Haven website.