
The Friday Drum Circle
Communal hand drumming and rhythmic improvisation each Friday evening under the open sky, welcoming players of all levels to a free, family friendly weekly gathering.
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Round-robin bluegrass jam featuring fiddles, banjo, mandolin, and acoustic guitar in a relaxed tavern room; free weekly gathering for players and listeners of all skill levels.

Round-robin bluegrass jam featuring fiddles, banjo, mandolin, and acoustic guitar in a relaxed tavern room; free weekly gathering for players and listeners of all skill levels.
Round-robin bluegrass jam featuring fiddles, banjo, mandolin, and acoustic guitar in a relaxed tavern room; free weekly gathering for players and listeners of all skill levels.

Judgement-free virtual listening circle focused on trauma informed community healing and mutual support. Participants gather to reset, reflect, and practice intentional listening in a guided restorative space; free registration required.

Judgement-free virtual listening circle focused on trauma informed community healing and mutual support. Participants gather to reset, reflect, and practice intentional listening in a guided restorative space; free registration required.
Judgement-free virtual listening circle focused on trauma informed community healing and mutual support. Participants gather to reset, reflect, and practice intentional listening in a guided restorative space; free registration required.

Low-key taproom night with signups at 6:30 and performances starting at 7:30, welcoming local singers, poets, and acoustic acts amid craft beer pours and community focused vibes.

Low-key taproom night with signups at 6:30 and performances starting at 7:30, welcoming local singers, poets, and acoustic acts amid craft beer pours and community focused vibes.
Low-key taproom night with signups at 6:30 and performances starting at 7:30, welcoming local singers, poets, and acoustic acts amid craft beer pours and community focused vibes.

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.
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.

An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.

An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.
An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.