
Community Drum Class with Larry McDowell
Hands-on drumming class centered on group rhythm, call and response patterns, and supportive community participation. Expect an interactive percussion workshop with guided technique and collaborative groove building.
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Hands-on drumming instruction and group rhythm-building in a welcoming community setting, led by Larry McDowell. Expect basic technique, timing exercises, and a shared percussive groove designed for all experience levels.

Hands-on drumming instruction and group rhythm-building in a welcoming community setting, led by Larry McDowell. Expect basic technique, timing exercises, and a shared percussive groove designed for all experience levels.
Hands-on drumming instruction and group rhythm-building in a welcoming community setting, led by Larry McDowell. Expect basic technique, timing exercises, and a shared percussive groove designed for all experience levels.

Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.

Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.

Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle with call and response melodies, supported by harmonium and hand drums. A late-evening gathering for grounding, shared voices, and contemplative connection.

Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle with call and response melodies, supported by harmonium and hand drums. A late-evening gathering for grounding, shared voices, and contemplative connection.
Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle with call and response melodies, supported by harmonium and hand drums. A late-evening gathering for grounding, shared voices, and contemplative connection.

Heart-centered kirtan—devotional call-and-response chanting—accompanied by harmonium, drums, and guitar, creates an uplifting, meditative song circle. Open, inclusive communal vibe welcomes singers and listeners of all experience levels.

Heart-centered kirtan—devotional call-and-response chanting—accompanied by harmonium, drums, and guitar, creates an uplifting, meditative song circle. Open, inclusive communal vibe welcomes singers and listeners of all experience levels.
Heart-centered kirtan—devotional call-and-response chanting—accompanied by harmonium, drums, and guitar, creates an uplifting, meditative song circle. Open, inclusive communal vibe welcomes singers and listeners of all experience levels.

Core Shamanism journey circle using steady drumbeat trance to explore the lower, middle, and upper worlds and connect with spirit guides. Early doors include earth songs and instrument jamming, with space for blankets, eye pillows, journaling, and charging crystals on an altar.

Core Shamanism journey circle using steady drumbeat trance to explore the lower, middle, and upper worlds and connect with spirit guides. Early doors include earth songs and instrument jamming, with space for blankets, eye pillows, journaling, and charging crystals on an altar.
Core Shamanism journey circle using steady drumbeat trance to explore the lower, middle, and upper worlds and connect with spirit guides. Early doors include earth songs and instrument jamming, with space for blankets, eye pillows, journaling, and charging crystals on an altar.

Learn rhythm foundations through a hands-on drumming workshop with shared drums or your own instrument. All ages can explore percussion, build beginner skills, and make music together.

Learn rhythm foundations through a hands-on drumming workshop with shared drums or your own instrument. All ages can explore percussion, build beginner skills, and make music together.
Learn rhythm foundations through a hands-on drumming workshop with shared drums or your own instrument. All ages can explore percussion, build beginner skills, and make music together.

Pulse-driven community drumming fills the downtown park as hand drums and percussion build into a loose, danceable groove. An after-work Friday-night gathering where anyone can sway, listen, or jump into the circle.

Pulse-driven community drumming fills the downtown park as hand drums and percussion build into a loose, danceable groove. An after-work Friday-night gathering where anyone can sway, listen, or jump into the circle.
Pulse-driven community drumming fills the downtown park as hand drums and percussion build into a loose, danceable groove. An after-work Friday-night gathering where anyone can sway, listen, or jump into the circle.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey practice designed to shift brainwave states and deepen ancestral connection. A late-night community circle tied to seasonal ritual, with space for reflection and integration of personal transformation.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey practice designed to shift brainwave states and deepen ancestral connection. A late-night community circle tied to seasonal ritual, with space for reflection and integration of personal transformation.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey practice designed to shift brainwave states and deepen ancestral connection. A late-night community circle tied to seasonal ritual, with space for reflection and integration of personal transformation.
Hands-on ukulele strumming practice demystifying patterns like chuck and shmute, with guided rhythm drills and technique breakdowns. Ideal for building steady groove and cleaner accompaniment in a casual, supportive workshop setting.
Hands-on ukulele strumming practice demystifying patterns like chuck and shmute, with guided rhythm drills and technique breakdowns. Ideal for building steady groove and cleaner accompaniment in a casual, supportive workshop setting.
Hands-on ukulele strumming practice demystifying patterns like chuck and shmute, with guided rhythm drills and technique breakdowns. Ideal for building steady groove and cleaner accompaniment in a casual, supportive workshop setting.

An evening of dream exploration and guided inner inquiry to tap creativity and personal insight. Expect reflective prompts, quiet meditation, and discussion practices that translate nighttime imagery into fresh ideas and grounded self understanding.

An evening of dream exploration and guided inner inquiry to tap creativity and personal insight. Expect reflective prompts, quiet meditation, and discussion practices that translate nighttime imagery into fresh ideas and grounded self understanding.
An evening of dream exploration and guided inner inquiry to tap creativity and personal insight. Expect reflective prompts, quiet meditation, and discussion practices that translate nighttime imagery into fresh ideas and grounded self understanding.

A moderate-paced, participatory old-time music jam where rotating leaders teach tunes and guide players through learning by playing. Musicians and listeners gather for a welcoming community session.

A moderate-paced, participatory old-time music jam where rotating leaders teach tunes and guide players through learning by playing. Musicians and listeners gather for a welcoming community session.
A moderate-paced, participatory old-time music jam where rotating leaders teach tunes and guide players through learning by playing. Musicians and listeners gather for a welcoming community session.

Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered night of intention setting, breathwork, and guided shamanic journeying. Expect drum-led visualization, grounding practices, and a restorative group container for inner exploration and emotional release.

Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered night of intention setting, breathwork, and guided shamanic journeying. Expect drum-led visualization, grounding practices, and a restorative group container for inner exploration and emotional release.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered night of intention setting, breathwork, and guided shamanic journeying. Expect drum-led visualization, grounding practices, and a restorative group container for inner exploration and emotional release.

Communal drum circle in downtown’s Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, improvised call and response rhythms, and spontaneous dancing. Drop in to play, listen, or move with the crowd in an open outdoor setting.

Communal drum circle in downtown’s Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, improvised call and response rhythms, and spontaneous dancing. Drop in to play, listen, or move with the crowd in an open outdoor setting.
Communal drum circle in downtown’s Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, improvised call and response rhythms, and spontaneous dancing. Drop in to play, listen, or move with the crowd in an open outdoor setting.

Spend three hours line dancing and two-stepping to country western rhythms in a friendly, inclusive setting. No boots, partner, or prior experience are needed.

Spend three hours line dancing and two-stepping to country western rhythms in a friendly, inclusive setting. No boots, partner, or prior experience are needed.
Spend three hours line dancing and two-stepping to country western rhythms in a friendly, inclusive setting. No boots, partner, or prior experience are needed.

Gypsy jazz guitar workshop followed by a Django-style jam session with fast swing rhythms, bright acoustic tone, and plenty of solo trading. Players and listeners hang in a brewery taproom for late-night community music-making.

Gypsy jazz guitar workshop followed by a Django-style jam session with fast swing rhythms, bright acoustic tone, and plenty of solo trading. Players and listeners hang in a brewery taproom for late-night community music-making.
Gypsy jazz guitar workshop followed by a Django-style jam session with fast swing rhythms, bright acoustic tone, and plenty of solo trading. Players and listeners hang in a brewery taproom for late-night community music-making.

A Saturday-morning sound bath led by Billy Zanski uses resonant tones and sustained vibrations for a calming, body-centered reset. Reserve ahead for the 11am weekly session at a drum and sound shop; $30 per person.

A Saturday-morning sound bath led by Billy Zanski uses resonant tones and sustained vibrations for a calming, body-centered reset. Reserve ahead for the 11am weekly session at a drum and sound shop; $30 per person.
A Saturday-morning sound bath led by Billy Zanski uses resonant tones and sustained vibrations for a calming, body-centered reset. Reserve ahead for the 11am weekly session at a drum and sound shop; $30 per person.

Traditional music and spontaneous acoustic jams create a welcoming space for musicians and listeners to gather, play together, and connect through a weekly community session.

Traditional music and spontaneous acoustic jams create a welcoming space for musicians and listeners to gather, play together, and connect through a weekly community session.
Traditional music and spontaneous acoustic jams create a welcoming space for musicians and listeners to gather, play together, and connect through a weekly community session.

Gentle, facilitated storytelling practice focused on concise personal narratives and empathetic, acceptance-based listening. A reflective circle designed to build communication skills, deepen self-understanding, and restore connection through shared true stories.

Gentle, facilitated storytelling practice focused on concise personal narratives and empathetic, acceptance-based listening. A reflective circle designed to build communication skills, deepen self-understanding, and restore connection through shared true stories.
Gentle, facilitated storytelling practice focused on concise personal narratives and empathetic, acceptance-based listening. A reflective circle designed to build communication skills, deepen self-understanding, and restore connection through shared true stories.

Improvised jazz unfolds as local musicians bring instruments, trade ideas, and build spontaneous grooves together. Settle in to listen or join the relaxed, collaborative Sunday jam.

Improvised jazz unfolds as local musicians bring instruments, trade ideas, and build spontaneous grooves together. Settle in to listen or join the relaxed, collaborative Sunday jam.
Improvised jazz unfolds as local musicians bring instruments, trade ideas, and build spontaneous grooves together. Settle in to listen or join the relaxed, collaborative Sunday jam.

Hand drums and flutes spark spontaneous, improvised music in a playful community rhythm circle. Bring an instrument or come to dance, listen, and share the creative energy.

Hand drums and flutes spark spontaneous, improvised music in a playful community rhythm circle. Bring an instrument or come to dance, listen, and share the creative energy.
Hand drums and flutes spark spontaneous, improvised music in a playful community rhythm circle. Bring an instrument or come to dance, listen, and share the creative energy.
