THE ECSTASY OF DRUMMING
& RHYTHM DRUM-SHOPS

For thousands of years, drumming has been used as a therapeutic practice for improving balanced brain functioning, mind concentration and experiencing pure joy!.  Through an in-depth study of traditional and non-traditional trance drumming and sound healing techniques, Marla will guide you on a deep journey that explores practical ways to use rhythm and sound to help nurture your psychological, spiritual and physical well-being; A participatory hands-on workshop where we will explore the principals of rhythm, drumming, melody,chant, harmony and sound healing.

You will leave this workshop a powerful, spirited, and inspired drummer and sound healer. If you are a lover of life, music, health, math, science, and the mysterious wisdom that creativity gifts us with, this is a workshop for YOU!

*CLICK HERE to learn about the health benefits of drumming*
 

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WORKSHOP INCLUDES LEARNING:

DRUMMING & RHYTHM THERAPY:
*Learn Middle Eastern frame drumming in lap and free hand styles,
(the frame drum was traditionally used by women for healing rituals)
*Learn Ghanaian Dance and Drumming
*Introduction to Indian Music
*Learn traditional Middle Eastern rhythms
*Learn how to compose and notate your own rhythms
*Explore the secrets to understanding easy to complex rhythms


SOUND & BODY THERAPY:
* Experience Sufi-inspired Trance Drumming Meditations.
* How to use drumming as a self-care practice for wellness
*Learn how to facilitate personalized Sound Healing Sessions
* Learn how to deepen your inner sense of rhythm and tone
*Discover the musical notes of the Chakra system
*How to use music and drumming as a tool for self wellness and healing.
*Discover what it means to actively listen
*Pluse, gentle Yoga in each class to prepare the body for drumming

Take-home Instructional Workbook Included.
Frame Drums will be provided, and available for sale.

FOUR CLASS FEBRUARY SERIES
Sundays, 11-12:30pm
February 19 - March 11
Venice CA
ONLY $125 if reg by February 1, $145 thereafter.
SPECIAL DISCOUNT: Bring a friend and receive $25 off!

(please note this will be Marla's last workshop series in Los Angeles until the summer)

JANUARY WORKSHOP:
January 7, 1-2:30pm
Pause in Joy Studios, Los Angeles, CA (http://www.pauseandjoy.com)
$35 pre-reg, $50 door

REGISTRATION:
Please send payment via paypal to "marla@marlaleigh.com".
Checks also ok, payable to Marla Leigh, PO Box 293, Topanga CA 90290
If you send a check, please email Marla to let her know. Thank you

Blissed out drummer lady!!

What others say about Marla's Drumming Workshops:

"Thank you for opening the doors of drumming.
I have always wanted to learn and the way you presented it to me was so clear, easy to understand. You made difficult rhythms seem so easy"
-Daphna Cooling

"Marla led the drumming workshop with such knowledge and enthusiasm that I was totally drawn into the experience. I like artists that have a true passion for what they do and that can convey their own excitement as well as a deep knowledge of their art.”
-Kim James—Yoga Instructor