November 8, 2007

To Whom It May Concern:

This is a letter of recommendation for Zoe Kessler and the drumming instruction, therapy and life enrichment that she provides as facilitator of "Diana's Drum." I have had the pleasure of being in a number of workshops and retreats at my church, Westminster United in Mississauga, and at the Drum Circle at the Unitarian Church site in Mississauga, for which Zoe provided all the percussion equipment (African drums of many sizes and shapes, tambourines, shakers, and many other types of sound sources with which to create rhythm), and the instruction and leadership.

She created a relaxed but focused atmosphere in which to become a part of the drum circle and to receive the best possible benefit from group drumming and individual rhythm creations. Zoe has a sense of individual needs of people of all ages in her groups, and strives to meet these needs if she can. She encouraged everyone in our groups to watch and listen to each other, and to feel that every contribution was a wonderfully personal expression.

I would encourage everyone to make use of the talents of this highly personable and VERY energetic person; she comes highly qualified with experience, training and background.

Sincerely,

Christine MacDougall
Music Director, Organist,
Westminster United Church
Elementary School Teacher (Retired),
Peel District School Board