Beauty Reflected in Sound
*Notice – We are going online with Zoom Sessions.
Please contact Lavender Grace to get your link and password.
In honor of the home shelter now in place, Intuitive Drum Song will offer extensive scholarships for all in need. Just contact us.
It is time for an all-new Intuitive Drum Song Course for 2020. We have taken time off for a deepening, allowing the growth rings to stretch out, our hearts to continue their beat of life, now we are ready to share.
For any of returning students, I can’t wait to continue our journey together. Please let me know you are coming back. Below you will find all the information you need to register.
All new students will find more descriptions of the Intuitive Drum Song work we do. This course will identify the basic elements of the frame drum and the intuitive nature of voice. The students will actively learn how to listen and play with rhythmic vocabulary and how to attune to heart songs from the inner world.
The objective of this course is to develop the student’s confidence with rhythm, how to play with others, how to listen & how to access one’s own heart song
The Basic Training is on Thursdays 5 pm-6 pm
The course runs for 8 weeks from March 12 – April 30, 2020, the cost is $150 presale / $180 After March 12th. There are Scholarships available, see the registration form for details.
*We will meet online for Zoom Sessions. To get your free Zoom app – go to https://zoom.us/
I am your instructor, the facilitator of this experience: Lavender Grace. You can reach me here at 707.357.1419 or on the contact form with any further questions.
NEW THIS YEAR ~ Intensives In the Field:
Intensive Course Description: This course will apply the practice of sonic collaboration with the Plant Devas, the Elementals & the Nature Spirits.
This is a pilot project to develop sonic communication within our local ecology to gain a deeper understanding of sound health. The intention is to give gratitude and gain guidance on how to live in harmony with our natural world.
Here are the times for our meetings. You will need your drum, dress in layers, and bring water and a snack.
Date & Time:
March 21st – 9:00am -12pm – Big River Beach – East River Side
April 18th – 9:00am -12pm – Russian Gulch – Road 409 Trail Head
May 2nd- 9:00 am -12 pm – Mackerricher Beach – 10 Mile Dunes
Resources
If you are a new student, I recommend the list below to help you understand the scope of this work and how it has been inspired.
First: This was instrumental in opening my world to the importance of the Fram Drum in the Ancient world and what an amazing tool it is for us in our modern times.
“When the Drummers were Women” A Spiritual History of Rhythm. By Layne Redmond copyright 1997. Published by Three Rivers Press, New York
Second: Jacqueline Freeman was able to completely changed my perspective on the importance of Bees on such a deeper level.
“Song of Increase”
Listening to the Wisdom of Honeybees for Kinder Beekeeping and a Better World
By Jacqueline Freeman copyright 2016. Published by Sounds True, Inc. Boulder CO
Third: Yuval Ron has written a wonderful book full of reflections and stories compiled over the past 30 years from his travels. The Yuval Ron Ensemble tours the world for Peace. You can learn about his work here. yuvalronmusic.com
“Divine Attunement” Music as a Path to Wisdom by Yuval Ron copyright 2014. Published by Oracle Institute, Virginia
Four: This selection is written by a very special and dear human, John O’Donohue. He has written many books, this one, in particular, has reached my heart. I especially appreciate how he speaks to the Human in relation to the natural spirit of our inner landscape.
“Eternal Echoes”
Celtic Reflections on Our Yearning to Belong
By John O’Donohue copyright 1999
Published by Harper Collins – Reprinted by Perennial 2002
https://www.johnodonohue.com/
Fifth: I bought this book from Silvia Nakkach after attending one of her workshops. This is a great resource full of vocal exercises and a wide-open perspective on what the voice is capable of.
“Free Your Voice”
Awaken to Life Through Singing
By Silvia Nakkach & Valerie Carpenter copyright 2012
Published by Sounds True, Inc. Boulder CO
voxmundiproject.com
Links to Instructors
I also recommend looking into these Instructors and seeing their great work.
Marla Leigh Goldstein is a Grammy-nominated Percussionist, Flautist, Composer, and Educator. ~ marlaleigh.com
Rowan Storm: With more than 25 years of experience with cultures and drumming of the Middle East and the Mediterranean, Rowan is recognized internationally as a performer and educator.~ rowanstorm.com
Miriam Peretz: an internationally celebrated dancer devoted to creating transformational experiences for her students and audiences worldwide. Miriam has devoted her life to empowering and healing women through the art of dance and ritual. ~ miriamdance.com
If you want to join the course – Fill out the registration form here.