
The Friday Drum Circle
Communal evening drum circle at Pritchard Park, where neighborhood participants trade beats and shared percussion rhythms every Friday; informal, participatory atmosphere welcoming players and listeners for a public outdoor gathering.
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An open community drum circle fills downtown Pritchard Park every Friday evening with steady hand drums, layered rhythms, and spontaneous call-and-response. Come to play or listen in a casual, all skill levels outdoor gathering.

An open community drum circle fills downtown Pritchard Park every Friday evening with steady hand drums, layered rhythms, and spontaneous call-and-response. Come to play or listen in a casual, all skill levels outdoor gathering.
An open community drum circle fills downtown Pritchard Park every Friday evening with steady hand drums, layered rhythms, and spontaneous call-and-response. Come to play or listen in a casual, all skill levels outdoor gathering.

Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.

Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.
Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.

Participatory hand drumming workshop focusing on rhythm fundamentals, call and response grooves, and group ensemble techniques, with a beginner friendly, community oriented vibe and guided exercises for all skill levels.

Participatory hand drumming workshop focusing on rhythm fundamentals, call and response grooves, and group ensemble techniques, with a beginner friendly, community oriented vibe and guided exercises for all skill levels.
Participatory hand drumming workshop focusing on rhythm fundamentals, call and response grooves, and group ensemble techniques, with a beginner friendly, community oriented vibe and guided exercises for all skill levels.

Hands-on rhythm lesson centered on djembes and basic hand-drum techniques in a guided, beginner-friendly session. A small group builds foundational timing and grooves, then plays a couple songs together; bring your own percussion or reserve a library drum.

Hands-on rhythm lesson centered on djembes and basic hand-drum techniques in a guided, beginner-friendly session. A small group builds foundational timing and grooves, then plays a couple songs together; bring your own percussion or reserve a library drum.
Hands-on rhythm lesson centered on djembes and basic hand-drum techniques in a guided, beginner-friendly session. A small group builds foundational timing and grooves, then plays a couple songs together; bring your own percussion or reserve a library drum.

Evening of old-time mountain and folk music in a cozy downtown pub, a participatory acoustic jam of fiddles, banjo, and guitar where players and listeners mingle, casual and welcoming to all skill levels.

Evening of old-time mountain and folk music in a cozy downtown pub, a participatory acoustic jam of fiddles, banjo, and guitar where players and listeners mingle, casual and welcoming to all skill levels.
Evening of old-time mountain and folk music in a cozy downtown pub, a participatory acoustic jam of fiddles, banjo, and guitar where players and listeners mingle, casual and welcoming to all skill levels.

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.

Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a downtown pub in a casual, community jam atmosphere. Expect an informal night of traditional string-band sounds and laid-back listening and playing.

Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a downtown pub in a casual, community jam atmosphere. Expect an informal night of traditional string-band sounds and laid-back listening and playing.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a downtown pub in a casual, community jam atmosphere. Expect an informal night of traditional string-band sounds and laid-back listening and playing.

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.

Celtic-influenced Irish traditional tunes played in a lively pub session with rotating local and regional musicians. Expect an intimate, social atmosphere centered on acoustic melodies and communal listening.

Celtic-influenced Irish traditional tunes played in a lively pub session with rotating local and regional musicians. Expect an intimate, social atmosphere centered on acoustic melodies and communal listening.
Celtic-influenced Irish traditional tunes played in a lively pub session with rotating local and regional musicians. Expect an intimate, social atmosphere centered on acoustic melodies and communal listening.

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.

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.

Heart-centered call and response kirtan with devotional chanting, harmonium, and acoustic guitar in a welcoming community song circle emphasizing breath, mantra, and communal singing for beginners and experienced vocalists.

Heart-centered call and response kirtan with devotional chanting, harmonium, and acoustic guitar in a welcoming community song circle emphasizing breath, mantra, and communal singing for beginners and experienced vocalists.
Heart-centered call and response kirtan with devotional chanting, harmonium, and acoustic guitar in a welcoming community song circle emphasizing breath, mantra, and communal singing for beginners and experienced vocalists.

Rotating circles of old time tunes and traditional mountain songs create a participatory jam where players trade leads and lock into steady grooves. Expect an acoustic, community-driven session that changes week to week.

Rotating circles of old time tunes and traditional mountain songs create a participatory jam where players trade leads and lock into steady grooves. Expect an acoustic, community-driven session that changes week to week.
Rotating circles of old time tunes and traditional mountain songs create a participatory jam where players trade leads and lock into steady grooves. Expect an acoustic, community-driven session that changes week to week.

Dim kava shop listening night for vinyl enthusiasts to spin, trade, and discuss prized LPs over herbal drinks; monthly third Friday meetup for crate diggers, collectors, and casual music lovers.

Dim kava shop listening night for vinyl enthusiasts to spin, trade, and discuss prized LPs over herbal drinks; monthly third Friday meetup for crate diggers, collectors, and casual music lovers.
Dim kava shop listening night for vinyl enthusiasts to spin, trade, and discuss prized LPs over herbal drinks; monthly third Friday meetup for crate diggers, collectors, and casual music lovers.

A weekly bluegrass jam where musicians trade breaks on fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bass in a casual, participatory circle. Free and open to all skill levels for listening, playing along, and community hangout.

A weekly bluegrass jam where musicians trade breaks on fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bass in a casual, participatory circle. Free and open to all skill levels for listening, playing along, and community hangout.
A weekly bluegrass jam where musicians trade breaks on fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bass in a casual, participatory circle. Free and open to all skill levels for listening, playing along, and community hangout.

Participatory evening of jazz improvisation where local musicians trade solos over standards and originals; players are encouraged to bring instruments while listeners enjoy intimate, up-close barroom sets.

Participatory evening of jazz improvisation where local musicians trade solos over standards and originals; players are encouraged to bring instruments while listeners enjoy intimate, up-close barroom sets.
Participatory evening of jazz improvisation where local musicians trade solos over standards and originals; players are encouraged to bring instruments while listeners enjoy intimate, up-close barroom sets.

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.