The Friday Drum Circle
Communal hand drums and rhythm sessions gather every Friday evening for open, participatory percussion; bring djembes or tamborims and join improvised grooves, suitable for all experience levels.
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Communal hand drumming in Pritchard Park's open-air plaza, where locals gather every Friday evening for a participatory drum circle welcoming players and listeners in downtown Asheville.
Communal hand drumming in Pritchard Park's open-air plaza, where locals gather every Friday evening for a participatory drum circle welcoming players and listeners in downtown Asheville.
Communal hand drumming in Pritchard Park's open-air plaza, where locals gather every Friday evening for a participatory drum circle welcoming players and listeners in downtown Asheville.
Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.
Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.
Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.
Rhythmic hand drumming circles led by veteran instructor Larry McDowell, emphasizing accessible grooves, breath and pulse to foster community connection and personal well-being; free weekly on Mondays with donations welcomed.
Rhythmic hand drumming circles led by veteran instructor Larry McDowell, emphasizing accessible grooves, breath and pulse to foster community connection and personal well-being; free weekly on Mondays with donations welcomed.
Rhythmic hand drumming circles led by veteran instructor Larry McDowell, emphasizing accessible grooves, breath and pulse to foster community connection and personal well-being; free weekly on Mondays with donations welcomed.
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.
Tactile hand drumming workshop exploring rhythmic fundamentals, call and response patterns, and ensemble grooves in a welcoming community circle; accessible to beginners and practiced players focusing on timing, groove, and group dynamics.
Tactile hand drumming workshop exploring rhythmic fundamentals, call and response patterns, and ensemble grooves in a welcoming community circle; accessible to beginners and practiced players focusing on timing, groove, and group dynamics.
Tactile hand drumming workshop exploring rhythmic fundamentals, call and response patterns, and ensemble grooves in a welcoming community circle; accessible to beginners and practiced players focusing on timing, groove, and group dynamics.
Call-and-response devotional kirtan and communal song circle focusing on mantra-based chanting and meditative breathwork; intimate, welcoming atmosphere for beginners and experienced singers to share voice and spiritual connection.
Call-and-response devotional kirtan and communal song circle focusing on mantra-based chanting and meditative breathwork; intimate, welcoming atmosphere for beginners and experienced singers to share voice and spiritual connection.
Call-and-response devotional kirtan and communal song circle focusing on mantra-based chanting and meditative breathwork; intimate, welcoming atmosphere for beginners and experienced singers to share voice and spiritual connection.
Amp driven electric jam led by a tight house band, inviting local guitarists, drummers, and keyboardists to plug in for improvisational sets in a relaxed, community focused bar atmosphere.
Amp driven electric jam led by a tight house band, inviting local guitarists, drummers, and keyboardists to plug in for improvisational sets in a relaxed, community focused bar atmosphere.
Amp driven electric jam led by a tight house band, inviting local guitarists, drummers, and keyboardists to plug in for improvisational sets in a relaxed, community focused bar atmosphere.
Hands-on frame drumming immersion that teaches fundamental strokes, ensemble rhythms, and somatic practices for beginners, tapping the sacred pulse to cultivate healing arts community in a women focused circle.
Hands-on frame drumming immersion that teaches fundamental strokes, ensemble rhythms, and somatic practices for beginners, tapping the sacred pulse to cultivate healing arts community in a women focused circle.
Hands-on frame drumming immersion that teaches fundamental strokes, ensemble rhythms, and somatic practices for beginners, tapping the sacred pulse to cultivate healing arts community in a women focused circle.
Communal evening jazz jam where local players trade solos over standards and originals in an intimate bar setting; bring your instrument to sit in or stop by to hear fresh improvisational sets.
Communal evening jazz jam where local players trade solos over standards and originals in an intimate bar setting; bring your instrument to sit in or stop by to hear fresh improvisational sets.
Communal evening jazz jam where local players trade solos over standards and originals in an intimate bar setting; bring your instrument to sit in or stop by to hear fresh improvisational sets.
Judgement-free virtual listening circle for community healing and restorative reflection, guided by trauma-informed practices to reset and connect; free online gathering encourages gentle sharing and mutual support (registration required).
Judgement-free virtual listening circle for community healing and restorative reflection, guided by trauma-informed practices to reset and connect; free online gathering encourages gentle sharing and mutual support (registration required).
Judgement-free virtual listening circle for community healing and restorative reflection, guided by trauma-informed practices to reset and connect; free online gathering encourages gentle sharing and mutual support (registration required).
Rowdy yet intimate pub session of traditional Irish reels, jigs, and ballads driven by fiddles, flutes, bouzouki, and guitar. Local and visiting musicians convene for informal rounds, tunes, and singalongs.
Rowdy yet intimate pub session of traditional Irish reels, jigs, and ballads driven by fiddles, flutes, bouzouki, and guitar. Local and visiting musicians convene for informal rounds, tunes, and singalongs.
Rowdy yet intimate pub session of traditional Irish reels, jigs, and ballads driven by fiddles, flutes, bouzouki, and guitar. Local and visiting musicians convene for informal rounds, tunes, and singalongs.
Outdoor bazaar of vintage curios, handmade goods, and artisanal wares; local makers and collectors run pop-up stalls offering small batch gifts, oddities, and family friendly browsing on a sunny afternoon.
Outdoor bazaar of vintage curios, handmade goods, and artisanal wares; local makers and collectors run pop-up stalls offering small batch gifts, oddities, and family friendly browsing on a sunny afternoon.
Outdoor bazaar of vintage curios, handmade goods, and artisanal wares; local makers and collectors run pop-up stalls offering small batch gifts, oddities, and family friendly browsing on a sunny afternoon.
Soulful funk-folk heart songs with empowering sing-alongs and dance-forward grooves, led by keys and bass, guitarlele and guitar, and tight drum backbeats. Expect original tunes plus heartfelt covers in an intimate downtown brewery setting.
Soulful funk-folk heart songs with empowering sing-alongs and dance-forward grooves, led by keys and bass, guitarlele and guitar, and tight drum backbeats. Expect original tunes plus heartfelt covers in an intimate downtown brewery setting.
Soulful funk-folk heart songs with empowering sing-alongs and dance-forward grooves, led by keys and bass, guitarlele and guitar, and tight drum backbeats. Expect original tunes plus heartfelt covers in an intimate downtown brewery setting.
Traditional Irish session jamming with reels and jigs in a brewery taproom, welcoming musicians and listeners alike. Casual pub-style circle where tunes get passed around and community players trade leads.
Traditional Irish session jamming with reels and jigs in a brewery taproom, welcoming musicians and listeners alike. Casual pub-style circle where tunes get passed around and community players trade leads.
Traditional Irish session jamming with reels and jigs in a brewery taproom, welcoming musicians and listeners alike. Casual pub-style circle where tunes get passed around and community players trade leads.
Lively old-time mountain and folk tunes invite players and listeners into a late-night pub jam, with fiddle and banjo reels, communal singing, and a cozy, convivial atmosphere.
Lively old-time mountain and folk tunes invite players and listeners into a late-night pub jam, with fiddle and banjo reels, communal singing, and a cozy, convivial atmosphere.
Lively old-time mountain and folk tunes invite players and listeners into a late-night pub jam, with fiddle and banjo reels, communal singing, and a cozy, convivial atmosphere.
Crackling vinyl and intimate record spins create a laid back listening party in a cozy kava lounge, where collectors bring records to share and chat during a monthly third Friday meetup.
Crackling vinyl and intimate record spins create a laid back listening party in a cozy kava lounge, where collectors bring records to share and chat during a monthly third Friday meetup.
Crackling vinyl and intimate record spins create a laid back listening party in a cozy kava lounge, where collectors bring records to share and chat during a monthly third Friday meetup.
Circle-style old-time Appalachian jam with fiddles, banjos, and acoustic guitar in a cozy brewery taproom; players and listeners trade traditional tunes, take turns leading sets, and socialize in a relaxed community atmosphere.
Circle-style old-time Appalachian jam with fiddles, banjos, and acoustic guitar in a cozy brewery taproom; players and listeners trade traditional tunes, take turns leading sets, and socialize in a relaxed community atmosphere.
Circle-style old-time Appalachian jam with fiddles, banjos, and acoustic guitar in a cozy brewery taproom; players and listeners trade traditional tunes, take turns leading sets, and socialize in a relaxed community atmosphere.
High energy, low pressure bluegrass jam of banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and guitar every Tuesday evening (6:30–9pm); free and welcoming to musicians and listeners of all skill levels.
High energy, low pressure bluegrass jam of banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and guitar every Tuesday evening (6:30–9pm); free and welcoming to musicians and listeners of all skill levels.
High energy, low pressure bluegrass jam of banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and guitar every Tuesday evening (6:30–9pm); free and welcoming to musicians and listeners of all skill levels.
Low-key weekly evening where experienced musicians gather in a living room style kava bar to talk, trade ideas, and take informal turns; sign-up begins at 7:30 PM.
Low-key weekly evening where experienced musicians gather in a living room style kava bar to talk, trade ideas, and take informal turns; sign-up begins at 7:30 PM.
Low-key weekly evening where experienced musicians gather in a living room style kava bar to talk, trade ideas, and take informal turns; sign-up begins at 7:30 PM.
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Warm, playful expressive arts sessions blending movement, dance, vocal play, and improvisational acting into a heart opening spiritual practice. All levels experiment, sing, move, and connect in a judgment free community circle.
Warm, playful expressive arts sessions blending movement, dance, vocal play, and improvisational acting into a heart opening spiritual practice. All levels experiment, sing, move, and connect in a judgment free community circle.