Unleashing Your Rhythmical Potential for Wellbeing
In this fast-paced and dynamic world we live in, navigating the complexities of time and life responsibilities can often feel quite daunting. Whether we're striving for personal growth, drum circle business advancement, or seeking a healthier lifestyle.
The support and guidance of a personal music coach can make all the difference.
This year I started offering online mentoring, lessons and coaching. I wish I started this earlier. I love coaching my online drumming and native American style flute students. Witnessing firsthand the transformation of students with each Zoom session is so uplifting and inspiring as a teacher and coach.
Gain clarity and improve self awareness
I remember when I first started out with my drum circle business facilitating drumming circles from communities in disadvantages areas, to corporate team building drumming workshops and women wellbeing programs. I quickly realised there is more to running a business than getting out there facilitating drum circles.
Many hats that we wear as business owners. One of the primary benefits of having a personal music coach is gaining clarity about our goals and aspirations. Whether looking to use music as a tool for wellness, facilitating our own drum circles or starting a new music business.
Having someone in your corner there for you with every step and supporting you on your journey can be such a transformational experience.
Us music life coaches are skilled at helping individuals articulate their objectives, both short-term and long-term. Through insightful questioning and reflective exercises, we guide you in identifying your values and passions, enabling you to set achievable and meaningful goals.
… however we will cover that in another Positive Music blog post.
Three tips to transform your playing
As I mention in my Youtube video here. There are three main approaches for implementing music as a tool for wellbeing and transforming your playing.
Timing is not just a technical aspect of drumming; it is the heartbeat of music. For us drummers, mastering timing is not only about precision but also about contributing to the overall feel and groove of a musical piece. Whether your teaching a classroom full of students, facilitating a drum circle or performing with other musicians.
The importance of timing for drummers cannot be overstated, as it plays a pivotal role in shaping the musical experience for both the players and listeners.
Timing is intrinsically linked to the groove and feel of a musical piece. A drummer and drum circle facilitator with impeccable timing can create a fun and infectious groove that resonates with players. Whether it's a laid-back drumming meditation feel, a upbeat djembe drumming beat, or a syncopated funk rhythm, the drummer's ability to lock in with the timing establishes the feel of the music. Making it easier to teach, facilitate and play from our heart.
Creativity inspires us to play music from our heart
Creativity is the vehicle through which we express our individuality and unique perspectives. It allows us drummers to communicate emotions, experiences, and ideas in a way that is distinctly our own. This individual expression is what gives each us and the music its uniqueness.
When we see our unique specialities, whether playing, or facilitating in a drum circle. The music that comes from this space within becomes a dynamic and ever-evolving creative art form. Creativity is the driving force behind innovation and the continual evolution of our personal and spiritual growth.
The creative process in music involves a sense of exploration and curiosity. We embrace experimentation and playfulness in our approach, and we discover new sounds, textures, and possibilities. This sense of exploration keeps our musical expression vibrant and open to constant discovery.
Deep listening to strengthen your drumming skills
Deep listening is the cornerstone of any good relationship… yes? This is the same in music. Through careful listening, we internalise various rhythmic patterns. This is crucial for maintaining a steady tempo, executing precise drumming grooves, and improvising rhythmically within the context of music.
Aural skills, including sight-singing, and transcribing, significantly strengthen active listening. Drummers who regularly engage in these activities develop more profound understanding of musical structures, melodic lines, and harmonic progressions.
Listening is not a passive activity; it is an active and intentional process that shapes our musicality, influences our creativity, and refines our skills. Whether in the practice room, classroom, or in the drum circle, the importance of attentive and purposeful listening is the foundation of the art and craft of making music.
Over to you:
"What specific, measurable actions can you take this week to make progress toward your goal?"
"What adjustments can you make to your schedule to allocate more time to your priorities?" and finally "In what ways can you empower and support yourself to achieve your best?"
What’s holding you back from reaching your potential?
I’ve got the spark you need!
I have helped countless students like yourself discover a path in wellbeing and creativity through music. Don’t let your skills go to waste. This is your opportunity to make a difference while doing what you love.
Please contact me if you are interested in elevating your musical creativity.
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A little gift for you as you continue to build your djembe drumming skills.
I want to help you out as much as I can so I’ve added some great hand drumbeats for beginners and ensemble drums that accompany the djembe, called 7 Easy Steps to Develop Rhythm, Technique, Timing and Feel PDF.
It’s filled with lots of tips on technique and how to improve your timing and feel, to really take your playing to the next level. This is my gift to you and something that can accompany you on your drumming journey.
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