Community Drumming Circle at Lyman Orchards

It’s a family-friendly Drum Circle at the Apple Barrel Farm Market on Saturday May 17th, 12 – 3 pm.

Pop a seat and strike a drumbeat at this unique, hands-on community experience with percussionist, Ken Parker. The relaxing, rhythmic sounds of the drumbeat will inspire you to dance a little and shake it up!

Bring your own drums and shakers, blanket or chair. No experience necessary!

The event is free to attend, and run by Ken Parker ~ donations are appreciated.

What is a Drumming Circle?

A drumming circle, sometimes called a rhythm circle, is a group of people who gather to make music with percussion instruments. The format is free-form, without a firm beginning or end to the music. Players in drum circles are all on equal playing ground, and there are no wrong notes. They listen to what others are playing and join in. It's not about perfection but rather participation.

Drum circles have ancient roots in cultures with strong drumming traditions, Asia and Africa, and among shamanistic practices of Native American cultures. All kinds of drums have evolved over time, and many of them are hand-drums, played by hitting the stretched hide on the drum with the palm or fingers. Many drum circle participants play hand drums but others might use small hand-held percussions like bells, shakers, and rattles.

Bring your own drums and shakers, blanket or chair. No experience necessary!

You may also like the following events from Lyman Orchards:

• This Friday, 16th May, 06:00 pm, Friday Night Live Music Series Featuring Emily Mager at 1741 Pub & Grill in Middlefield
• This Sunday, 18th May, 11:00 am, Spill the Tea: A Jane Austen Afternoon Tea Celebration in Middlefield
• Next month, 6th June, 07:00 pm, Dueling Pianos at 1741 Pub & Grill (3-hour show!) in Middlefield

Also check out other Nonprofit events in Middlefield.