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Drum-making and Therapeutic Drumming

Saturday, April 12, 2008
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Drum-making) / 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. (Therapeutic)



Photo above: Sonotubano drums and mallet

LOCATION: United Steelworkers Hall, 25 Cecil Street (1. 5 Blocks E. of Spadina, 1 Block. S. of College), Toronto, ON (FREE PARKING IN BACK)

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FOR MORE INFO.: (519) 376-8787 or e-mail: zoe@dianasdrum.com

DRUM-MAKING
NEW! VISIT OUR SONOTUBANO GALLERY for more photos of our sturdy, colourful nesting Sonotubano drums!

This workshop is for anyone who wants to build their own collection of inexpensive, nesting drums that look and sound great, that stack neatly inside each other and travel well. Build a sturdy, colourful mallet as well.

Learn how to make a Sonotubano drum, and we provide you with everything you need to make your own drum and mallet! Printed drum-making instructions provided to each participant.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE THERAPEUTIC VALUES OF SONOTUBANO DRUMS, PLEASE VISIT OUR ARTICLE, "Why Sonotubanos?"

**NOTE: ADDITIONAL DRUM-MAKING MATERIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR SALE AT THE WORKSHOP. E-MAIL ZOE PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO PRE-ORDER.


THERAPEUTIC DRUMMING (Drumming with Special Populations)

This workshop was designed for people who want to explore the therapeutic benefits of drumming with others. Ideal for drum circle facilitators, recreational and music therapists, teachers of children with special needs and at-risk youth; people who live and work with seniors, from the well-elderly to those with Alzheimer's, aphasia, etc. and anyone in healing work.

The session will include a seminar presentation which will cover the following topics (and more):

  • What is therapeutic drumming?
  • Drumming for special populations, inc. seniors, at-risk youth, Alzheimer, Aphasia, etc.
  • Step-by-step program for therapeutic drumming
  • Modified percussion instruments for seniors, physical challenges, etc.

You'll also have a hands-on opportunity to practice facilitation techniques, role play typical therapeutic situations, and to hone your skills.

All instruments and materials for the workshop provided by Diana's Drum; a printed manual will be provided to each participant.

Drums for Sale

 
   
   
     
   

Contact: Tel. (519) 376-8787E-mail: zoe@dianasdrum.com

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