# Event Details - **Event Name**: Intro to Native American Flute - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 03:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: A hands-on introduction to the Native American flute in a small group setting.About this EventA hands-on introduction to the instruments of sound ceremony.Sound has long been a pathway into stillness, presence, and deeper awareness. Across cultures and traditions, instruments have been used to create spaces of listening, reflection, and connection.Join Dallas McKenzie and Adron Beene, teachers in the Fall 2026 Ceremony of Sound course, for an intimate series introducing several of the foundational instruments used in sound ceremonies and contemplative sound practice.Each gathering offers a hands-on introduction to the voice and character of several instruments, including:  Handpans and Tongue Drums 4/4 1-2:30pmDidgeridoos 4/4 3-4:30 and 5/16 1-2:30pmGongs 4/19 1-3 (There will be a Gong event 3:30-5pm) Native American Flutes  4/26 2-3:30pm Harmonium and Shruti  5/9 1-3pm Didgeridoos  Repeat 5/16 1-2:30pmThe Instruments You Will ExperienceGongsDeep, resonant instruments capable of producing expansive sound landscapes that fill a room with vibration and tone.Native American FlutesBreath-centered instruments known for their warm, expressive voice and intuitive playability.Handpans and Tongue DrumsMeditative steel instruments that create flowing melodic patterns and calming rhythmic tones.DidgeridoosAncient drone instruments whose deep grounding sound connects breath, rhythm, and earth resonance.Harmonium and ShrutiTraditional drone and keyboard instruments used to support meditation, chanting, and sustained tonal soundscapes.Participants will hear, explore, and gently begin working with these instruments while learning how they are used to create spaces of calm, reflection, and sound ceremony.Dallas brings an intuitive connection to the earth-based and elemental qualities of sound, while Adron offers a perspective rooted in yogic awareness and contemplative listening. Together they create a welcoming environment where participants can explore sound in a grounded and approachable way.Who This Is ForThese gatherings are ideal for people who:Feel curious about sound instruments but do not know where to beginAre interested in instruments for personal meditation or relaxationWould like to explore sound used in sound ceremonies or sound healingSimply want to spend time experiencing beautiful and unusual instrumentsYou Do Not Need to Be a MusicianMany people feel drawn to these instruments but hesitate because they believe they are not musical. These gatherings are designed especially for beginners and curious explorers. The instruments themselves are intuitive, and learning begins simply with listening, breath, and touch.A Hands-On ExperienceBecause the experience is experiential, participants will have the opportunity to work directly with the instruments, ask questions, and begin discovering which instruments resonate most naturally with them.Yes, you may bring your own instruments! This is a small, hands-on learning experienceTo allow everyone time with the instruments and personal guidance, each gathering is intentionally limited to 10 participants. Early registration is recommended.What You Will Leave WithParticipants often leave these gatherings with: A direct experience of several sound instrumentsA sense of which instruments resonate most strongly with themA basic understanding of how these instruments are used in sound ceremoniesPractical guidance on how someone might begin learning an instrumentA deeper appreciation for the role of sound in creating calm and presenceWhether you are simply curious or feel a deeper interest in sound, these gatherings offer a welcoming place to explore.Discover the instruments that speak to you.A Pathway Into Deeper StudyFor many people, these introductory gatherings are simply an opportunity to explore an instrument that has been calling to them.For those who feel a deeper connection, these experiences may also serve as a doorway into our broader Ceremony of Sound program — a 100 hour structured path of study exploring sound, presence, and the art of holding space with instruments.The Ceremony of Sound course brings together tradition, intuitive listening, and contemplative practice to support those who feel called to share sound with others.Adron Beene is a sound ceremony facilitator and teacher whose work centers on the thoughtful and intentional use of gongs within immersive sound experiences. Drawing on classical music training and the Viniyoga tradition, his teaching emphasizes sequencing, harmonics, transitions, and attunement to group dynamics to support regulation, integration, and ease.He teaches gongs as the primary medium, with bowls, voice, harmonium, handpans, and flutes used in supportive roles. Adron was a co-teacher for the 2025 Fall Ceremony of Sound training and has offered workshops in Voice Optimization and Introduction to Gongs. He holds certifications in Gong Therapy, Gong Yoga Nidra, and Viniyoga (RYT-500). For more, see Layagongs.com - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/capitola/intro-to-native-american-flute/100001985937808445 - **Event Categories**: workshops, music, entertainment, health-wellness, meditation, art, fine-arts, live-music, yoga - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 44.52, max: 44.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Capitola - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Breath + Oneness - **lat**: 36.9793878 - **long**: -121.9526659 - **full address**: Breath + Oneness, 708 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Intro to Native American Flute - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/d039a45537e7a74f7ec9a32f51a316653669fa4fb3ccfca177e14a75d863423e-rimg-w1200-h628-dc2e3544-gmir.jpg?v=1774464375 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Intro to Native American Flute being held? - **A:** Intro to Native American Flute takes place on Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Breath + Oneness, 708 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Intro to Native American Flute? - **A:** Intro to Native American Flute is organized by Carrie Arlah Burr. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Intro to Native American Flute is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Capitola, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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