
Community Kirtan and Song Circle
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.
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Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle create a heart-centered, call-and-response atmosphere for collective singing and reflection. A late-night gathering oriented toward mindfulness, connection, and spiritual practice.

Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle create a heart-centered, call-and-response atmosphere for collective singing and reflection. A late-night gathering oriented toward mindfulness, connection, and spiritual practice.
Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle create a heart-centered, call-and-response atmosphere for collective singing and reflection. A late-night gathering oriented toward mindfulness, connection, and spiritual practice.

Call and response kirtan chanting and a participatory song circle in a warm, intimate space. Expect devotional melodies, gentle rhythm, and a late night community practice focused on presence and connection.

Call and response kirtan chanting and a participatory song circle in a warm, intimate space. Expect devotional melodies, gentle rhythm, and a late night community practice focused on presence and connection.
Call and response kirtan chanting and a participatory song circle in a warm, intimate space. Expect devotional melodies, gentle rhythm, and a late night community practice focused on presence and connection.

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.

Hands-on drumming instruction centered on rhythm fundamentals, timing, and group groove in a welcoming community setting. A free, beginner-friendly class designed for learning, practicing together, and building confidence on the drums.

Hands-on drumming instruction centered on rhythm fundamentals, timing, and group groove in a welcoming community setting. A free, beginner-friendly class designed for learning, practicing together, and building confidence on the drums.
Hands-on drumming instruction centered on rhythm fundamentals, timing, and group groove in a welcoming community setting. A free, beginner-friendly class designed for learning, practicing together, and building confidence on the drums.

A short teaching in nondual philosophy opens an accessible evening of guided meditation and silence, followed by optional questions, reflection, and conversation in a welcoming, belief-inclusive community.

A short teaching in nondual philosophy opens an accessible evening of guided meditation and silence, followed by optional questions, reflection, and conversation in a welcoming, belief-inclusive community.
A short teaching in nondual philosophy opens an accessible evening of guided meditation and silence, followed by optional questions, reflection, and conversation in a welcoming, belief-inclusive community.

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.

Hand-played rhythms set an easygoing, communal pace as people gather after work to sway, drum, and connect in an open-air downtown setting on Friday evening.

Hand-played rhythms set an easygoing, communal pace as people gather after work to sway, drum, and connect in an open-air downtown setting on Friday evening.
Hand-played rhythms set an easygoing, communal pace as people gather after work to sway, drum, and connect in an open-air downtown setting on Friday evening.

Open Jam
MoreA relaxed, participatory music jam welcomes new and experienced players with any instrument, while listeners can enjoy funky improvisation, work on homework, or unwind with friends.

A relaxed, participatory music jam welcomes new and experienced players with any instrument, while listeners can enjoy funky improvisation, work on homework, or unwind with friends.
A relaxed, participatory music jam welcomes new and experienced players with any instrument, while listeners can enjoy funky improvisation, work on homework, or unwind with friends.

A participatory Americana song circle with acoustic guitars, singalongs, and shared originals in a laid-back brewery taproom. Expect an informal open-mic vibe with rotating players, audience-friendly choruses, and community connection over pints.

A participatory Americana song circle with acoustic guitars, singalongs, and shared originals in a laid-back brewery taproom. Expect an informal open-mic vibe with rotating players, audience-friendly choruses, and community connection over pints.
A participatory Americana song circle with acoustic guitars, singalongs, and shared originals in a laid-back brewery taproom. Expect an informal open-mic vibe with rotating players, audience-friendly choruses, and community connection over pints.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey toward connection with ancestors, seasonal celebrations, and personal renewal. Gather for a communal practice intended to shift brain waves and support integration.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey toward connection with ancestors, seasonal celebrations, and personal renewal. Gather for a communal practice intended to shift brain waves and support integration.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey toward connection with ancestors, seasonal celebrations, and personal renewal. Gather for a communal practice intended to shift brain waves and support integration.

A deeply somatic sound healing meditation where 40+ handcrafted Himalayan singing bowls create layered overtones and grounding frequencies. Expect nervous system soothing, mind calming relaxation, and a restorative, spirit rejuvenating sound journey.

A deeply somatic sound healing meditation where 40+ handcrafted Himalayan singing bowls create layered overtones and grounding frequencies. Expect nervous system soothing, mind calming relaxation, and a restorative, spirit rejuvenating sound journey.
A deeply somatic sound healing meditation where 40+ handcrafted Himalayan singing bowls create layered overtones and grounding frequencies. Expect nervous system soothing, mind calming relaxation, and a restorative, spirit rejuvenating sound journey.

A welcoming community circle for reflecting on psychedelic experiences, sacred plant medicines, and other non-ordinary states of consciousness. Embodied integration and meaningful connection support personal transformation and lasting change.

A welcoming community circle for reflecting on psychedelic experiences, sacred plant medicines, and other non-ordinary states of consciousness. Embodied integration and meaningful connection support personal transformation and lasting change.
A welcoming community circle for reflecting on psychedelic experiences, sacred plant medicines, and other non-ordinary states of consciousness. Embodied integration and meaningful connection support personal transformation and lasting change.

Explore Buddhist teachings from Thich Nhat Hanh and other contemplative traditions through a 20-minute meditation and supportive group discussion. A welcoming sangha nurtures connection across ages and experience levels.

Explore Buddhist teachings from Thich Nhat Hanh and other contemplative traditions through a 20-minute meditation and supportive group discussion. A welcoming sangha nurtures connection across ages and experience levels.
Explore Buddhist teachings from Thich Nhat Hanh and other contemplative traditions through a 20-minute meditation and supportive group discussion. A welcoming sangha nurtures connection across ages and experience levels.

A calming sound bath using resonant Himalayan singing bowls to support deep relaxation and nervous system regulation. Quiet, inward-focused meditation in a cozy somatic studio space, ideal for stress relief and gentle emotional reset.

A calming sound bath using resonant Himalayan singing bowls to support deep relaxation and nervous system regulation. Quiet, inward-focused meditation in a cozy somatic studio space, ideal for stress relief and gentle emotional reset.
A calming sound bath using resonant Himalayan singing bowls to support deep relaxation and nervous system regulation. Quiet, inward-focused meditation in a cozy somatic studio space, ideal for stress relief and gentle emotional reset.

An open, welcoming circle for old-time tunes and songs, with musicians of all levels bringing instruments to play together. Community members can settle in and listen to traditional acoustic music.

An open, welcoming circle for old-time tunes and songs, with musicians of all levels bringing instruments to play together. Community members can settle in and listen to traditional acoustic music.
An open, welcoming circle for old-time tunes and songs, with musicians of all levels bringing instruments to play together. Community members can settle in and listen to traditional acoustic music.

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.

Open Sangha
MoreA 30-minute guided meditation sit sets a calm tone before a short break and a shared reading of a Buddhist text. Welcoming, beginner-friendly discussion space focused on mindfulness practice and sangha connection.

A 30-minute guided meditation sit sets a calm tone before a short break and a shared reading of a Buddhist text. Welcoming, beginner-friendly discussion space focused on mindfulness practice and sangha connection.
A 30-minute guided meditation sit sets a calm tone before a short break and a shared reading of a Buddhist text. Welcoming, beginner-friendly discussion space focused on mindfulness practice and sangha connection.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey intended to shift brain waves and deepen inner connection. The circle links seasonal celebration with reflection and personal integration.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey intended to shift brain waves and deepen inner connection. The circle links seasonal celebration with reflection and personal integration.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey intended to shift brain waves and deepen inner connection. The circle links seasonal celebration with reflection and personal integration.

Open Jam
MoreExperienced musicians share ideas and play together in an intimate, living room-like setting, creating a relaxed community jam. Sign-ups begin at 7:30 PM for participating players.

Experienced musicians share ideas and play together in an intimate, living room-like setting, creating a relaxed community jam. Sign-ups begin at 7:30 PM for participating players.
Experienced musicians share ideas and play together in an intimate, living room-like setting, creating a relaxed community jam. Sign-ups begin at 7:30 PM for participating players.

Stretch and lace a 10-inch rawhide hand drum in a small-group workshop rooted in shamanic tradition. Personal intention setting and guided gratitude meditation honor the natural materials and creative process.

Stretch and lace a 10-inch rawhide hand drum in a small-group workshop rooted in shamanic tradition. Personal intention setting and guided gratitude meditation honor the natural materials and creative process.
Stretch and lace a 10-inch rawhide hand drum in a small-group workshop rooted in shamanic tradition. Personal intention setting and guided gratitude meditation honor the natural materials and creative process.
