Drumming is a universal language

 You hear a drum beat, feel a rhythm, and instantly want to move to it.

It's an experience that awakens possibilities within each of us.

It opens our hearts and our minds and lifts our spirits.

It's also one of the earliest forms of music and has played an essential role in every culture worldwide.

IT CONNECTS TO OUR PRIMAL BRAIN

It connects our primal brain to our emotions through rhyme, tone, and resonance.

It reminds us we are all one.

Drumming in shamanism serves several essential purposes.

Primarily, it is used as a tool for entering altered states of consciousness, allowing the shaman to connect with spiritual realms and access more profound aspects of the psyche.

THE DRUM PROVIDES A SOOTHING PULSE

The rhythmic beats of the drum provide a constant, soothing pulse that can help induce trance states, making it easier for the shaman to journey, communicate with spirits, and receive guidance.

It can also facilitate the healing processes for the shaman and participants in the ceremony.

The vibrations and frequencies produced by the drum can promote an emotional release and physical healing, creating a powerful energy for transformation.

The repetitive, rhythmic nature of drumming helps induce trance states, essential for shamanic practices.

ALTERED STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS

These altered states allow shamans to connect with spiritual realms and access more profound levels of consciousness.

In many shamanic traditions, drumming is used in healing ceremonies to restore balance and harmony. The vibrations and sounds can help clear blocks in a person's energy field, promoting emotional and physical healing.

Drumming is often a central element of rituals and ceremonies, marking transitions, celebrations, and important events.

BUILDING COLLECTIVE ENERGY

It helps unify participants and builds a collective energy that enhances the spiritual experience.

It can also accompany storytelling and sharing traditions, which helps pass down knowledge and cultural practices through generations.

Overall, drumming is a powerful tool within shamanism because it opens one's soul to spiritual exploration and healing.

A SHARED EXPERIENCE

It helps create a sense of community, a shared experience that enhances the overall impact of a ritual.

It can mark the beginning and end of ceremonies, grounding the participants in the present.

Drumming is essential in creating a sacred space and supporting the shamanic journey.

UPCOMING DRUMMING & HEALING CIRCLES

Every month, we share in an online Drum Circle and Healing Circle to deepen our understanding of shamanism.

Check out the calendar dates for upcoming Drumming and Healing Circles.