RHYTHMJUJU FLOW: LIVE MUSIC FOR YOGA CLASSES

Combining sacred percussion from around the world (Indian Tablas, Middle Eastern Frame Drums, Dgembe, Cajon), with flutes, ambient electronics, Hebrew and Sanskrit chants, Marla creates soulful textures of healing music. Performed acoustically or with a loop machine.

 

DOWNLOAD A LIVE MUSIC YOGA CLASS WITH MARLA & SAUL DAVID RAYE!
Feel like doing some yoga? Download Marla’s live music she played for Saul David Raye’s Atma yoga classes:
Class 1
Class 2

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NADA YOGA:
THE YOGA OF DRUMMING & CHANTING

Hands on journey into the Healing Art of Drumming

* EXPLORE the amazing world of rhythm
* EXPERIENCE the therapeutic qualities of drumming .
* FEEL rhythmically radiant and alive

For thousand of years, drumming has been used as a tool for self healing and wellness. In this special workshop, we will tap into the ancient artform of drumming, and explore ways to use it for our own personal healing and transformation. .

The study of the influence of rhythm and tuning on consciousness is known as Nada Yoga.  The Nada, the universal pulse of life, manifests within us as the sound of our own heart beat. For thousands of years, this primal beat has been represented by the sound of the drum.   Drumming is one of the oldest practices for transforming consciousness. Through rhythmic repetition of
ritual sounds, the body, brain and the nervous system are energized and transformed

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.

This workshop is great for those wishing to deepen their understanding of drumming and rhythm, and those wish to explore music as a modality for self healing..

 

FOCUSED TOPICS TO BE EXPLORED:

DRUMMING + RHYTHM SKILLS:
* How to play the ancient mystical Middle Eastern Frame Drum (a drum that dates back to 1700 BC, and was traditionally used for healing rituals and sacred ceremonies).
* Traditional rhythms from the Middle East, Africa & India
* How to compose and notate your own rhythms.
* Tools to drum confidently in solid time.
* Introduction to music from around the world

CHANTING + SINGING:
* Learn how to sing Sanskrit and Hebrew healing chants while drumming
* Learn exercises to discover your singing voice, to make it strong and beautiful!

MEDICINE DRUMMING:
* Brain-wave synchronization through drumming
* 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

*A Hands-on Workshop for spirited rhythm lovers of all levels. Drums provided, and beginners are encouraged

Workshop length may range from three hours to two day weekend intensives. 

* This is also a great workshop to include in a YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
 to show students how to incorporate drumming while they chant. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION + BOOKING:
Please contact marla@marlaleigh.com

Read article about the health benefits of drumming!

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RHYTHMJUJU:
MEDICINE DRUM & TRANCE DANCE CONCERT!

Experience the healing medicine of rhythm, of trance, of RHYTHMJUJU.
By tuning into your own inner rhythms, one becomes more in touch with their selves, crating harmony between life and the greater universal

In these special celebrations of music, Marla plays an array of sacred percussion instruments from around the world, (frame drums, tabla, dgembe, cajon to name a few), mixed with flutes, Hebrew and Sanksrit chanting and ambient electronics. She performs either as a soloist (where she uses a looping pedal to create full groovin compositions) or performs with her full ensemble.

Come dance, trance, and meditate to the ancient sounds of the sacred.
Follow your bliss, follow the rhythm…
 

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Marla has provided live music for the following yoga teachers:

• Saul David Raye
• Shiva Rae
• Hala Khouri
• Michellene Berry
• Janet Stone
• Chandra Easton
• Ashley Turner
• Sara Ivenhoe
• Annmarie Solo
• Kia Miller
• Cristi Cristinson
• Kyra Anastasia
• Aarona Pitchenson

Marla has taught “Yoga of Drumming Workshops” at:

• Yoga Yoga, Newhall, CA
• Exhale For Sacred Movement, Venice, CA
• One World Yoga, San Diego, CA
• Sage Center, Woodstock, NY
• Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA
• Kripalu Center, Mass
• Bhakti Festival, Joshua Tree, CA