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| Welcome to Drum Circles Network - Find a Drum Circle Near You Drumcircles.net is a sole proprietorship owned by Shannon Ratigan

    There's a scaled down phone friendly version of my site, (with the drum circle finder) at drumcircleworld.com
    But have a scroll down here. There's 16 years of content I've built up over the years. DrumCircleWorld.com link
Facilitated drum circles for all occasions, in & around Saint Louis, Missouri All you need is a heartbeat & some chairs. Reasonable rates. Updated Oct. 2016
Drum Circles For Kids - Click this page link for more info
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Special Needs Drum Circles - Click this page link. Children and adults
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Facilitated Drum Circle Pricing and Rates page link
Click the orange play buttons below & listen to a few of my drum circle music mp3s. All different cultures, tempos, and organic. That's how I facilitate drum circles for most groups. Just have fun & make some music.
Shannon Ratigan - drum circle facilitator, session musician, & actor. Help support the work I do in the St. Louis community, & this website by picking up a drum circle mp3 track for a buck on iTunes or get the full 2 hours for $10. There's a variety of live drum circle music, or my 101 Drum Circle Rhythms Audio - Video - Just search on the title. Use the link for drum jam mp3s. Drum Jam or Rhythms Mp3s on iTunes Or, or click the CDbaby.com link http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/SLRatigan CD Baby Drum Circle Music Artist Page My 300 page book on hand drumming, drum circles, and facilitating them is $8. On Kindle or Nook. You can read the first few chapters free with the look inside feature. Drum Circle Book on Amazon I've taken some heat over the years for sharing what a lot feel is too much info about facilitating. When I was young and coming up, many musicians helped me, so I'm trying to carry on that tradition. I believe we ahould be supportive, try to work together, and help each other develop as artists. Listen to a track, and scroll down a little. There's a lot here about drum circles. My website is for hand drummers, facilitators, music therapists, and teachers. Also ways to start up a drum circle, and tips to keep it fresh and interesting, or for anyone who just loves drumming. If you are brand new (or exp.) to drum circles, there's a lot here to explain the different kinds. (Please scroll down a little to watch a sample of my 101 Drum Circle Rhythms video on YouTube.) Amazon Link: My 101 Rhythms DVD on Amazon Page Link So why should you try a drum circle? This 4 minute video below by Healing Quest sums it up nicely. I'm not affiliated with them, I like the video, and want to share it.
There's a menu on the left sidebar - check out my drum circle finder, 101 Drum Circle Rhythms DVD video sample, and lots of posts on my drum circle blog. Scroll down a bit, and get a few free live drum circle mp3's, djembe ringtones, notated rhythms print outs, and lots more stuff. Thanks for all the help, and support over the years. I really do appreciate it. These days, I provide therapeutic music in the form of facilitated drum circles to mostly non-profit groups; specifically seniors, vets, kids' orgs, spiritual, schools, disabled, & special needs groups. I also offer hand drumming lessons, and drum circle facilitation training at a low price. My facilitated drum circles are unlike the common free style drum circles many are aware of. It's organized therapeutic music that is accessible to people of all ages. All skill levels can pick it up very quickly. This was a near and dear drum circle to me. I was hired to have a one hour drum circle performance during an Earth Day concert. It was a blast being up on the big stage. Fortunately, the crowd dug it also. Usually to start up a beat, I use a vocalization technique where I use rhymes, jingles, or simple chants that match the rhythm, & then we simply translate that to drum beats, & play them slowly for a few minutes until it is locked in - then we bring it up to tempo. This makes it much easier for people to remember, it helps them find the rhythm quickly, and they don't over-think things. Since rhythms are repetitive, no matter what the variety of skill levels are, everyone can pick it up at their own pace, and in a matter of minutes. I introduce rhythms from various cultures around the world. I provide the instruments, instructions on how to play, and help these people empower themselves by learning hand drumming. I worked with a neurologist in Florida regarding how to help special needs people to improve coordination and self respect as well as helping to integrate them into the community. It worked beautifully for many years with various groups. A drum circle adds something unique to any group, public event, or occasion. This kind of work doesn't pay very much monetarily, but it does in the heart. I do this mostly because of the happiness & growth I see happening in the groups that I work with. Seeing the joy in their eye as they begin to "get it" warms my soul. I see beginners who have never touched a musical instrument before, are playing & enjoying playing music for the first time in their lives. It affects many of them in a very deep emotional way experiencing their "musical" side. A side that most of them never even knew existed. I have some drum circle music, and the rhythms in audio only, for $10 at CDBaby.com iTunes, Amazon, and most other mp3 retailers. The proceeds from sales of my drum jam CD's, DVD's, and drum circle book help me to keep things going, and to be able to continue working for organizations Who benefit from it the most. In a small way, the drum circles I host and facilitate help to bring people together. Right now here in St. Louis we need that more than ever. If you can pick up my DVD, book, or digital music it helps me to continue this work. It helps the most if you buy direct from me at my site. Thanks in advance if you do. Here's links for my drum circle music & drum rhythms at iTunes & CDbaby. Have a listen, quite a variety:

#### Drum Circle Music & Rhythms at iTunes

#### Drum Circle Music & Rhythms at CD Baby.com

Here's a sample from my 2 hour 101 Drum Circle Rhythms DVD, and a free drum circle mp3 from the CD below it.

#### 101 Drum Circle Rhythms on Amazon page link

Here's one of the tracks from the free 75 minute drum circle CD that comes with the rhythms DVD, (If purchsed direct from my website.) Also the full drum circle rhythms is on Amazon Instant Video $14.

#### More Cowbell Drum Circle Jam mp3 Part 1

#### 2 Hour 101 Drum Circle Rhythms DVD - More Info & Amazon Instant Video page link.)

Help support the work I do in our community by picking up the full 2 hour 101 Rhythms DVD & CD for $15 + $2 shipping. It comes with a free drum circle jam CD. Paypal them below, or click the link below it for more detailed information. I hope you enjoy my site. It started back in 1999. I've been a full time musician, music teacher, & drum circle facilitator for over 30 years. Introducing people to drumming is what I truly love to do. Take a look around, and you will find lots of resources for beginning and/or experienced drummers. Ways to start up drum circles, notating drum music, and lots more. My intent is to further your enjoyment of hand drumming and drum circles. Visit the "facilitation" link below to find lots of drum circle ideas to help you keep things in the groove. I offer interactive drum circles for just about anything - both public and private events. From music festivals, and parties - to corporate team building, schools, seniors, special needs groups, & spiritual gatherings. I also do fill in work as a percussionist in bands, with singer songwriters, and solo drumming. I'm available on short notice. For more information on a facilitated drum circle, or facilitation training, please visit the page link below:

> ##### Link to Drum Circle Facilitation, Hand Drumming Lessons, Ideas, & More

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    Drum Lovers 6 Pack:
        Rhythms DVD &
        5 Drumming CDs
                         6 Discs ($40)

    101 Drum Rhythms CDs
                         2 Discs ($10)

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| My 101 Drum Circle Rhythms DVD is also available at Amazon.com for a couple bucks more, & also on Amazon Instant Video for $14. #### 101 Drum Circle Rhythms at Amazon.com

           101 Rhythms DVD Buyer Comments

    "It is an excellent and noteworthy DVD because it is a simple, easy to use video showing hand movements for more than 101
    different rhythms that can be played in drum circles or by a drummer playing alone. The demonstrations are played on a djembe,
    but the rhythms could be played on almost any type of drum. Those of us who work with beginning drummers welcome a basic
    drumming learning tool such as this. It differs from a lot of more complex drumming videos in that it focuses just on the rhythm
    and how to play it, and someone playing along can "get it" without being distracted by multiple players, voiceovers, and
    complex rapid rhythms. Every drummer has a preferred learning style, and this DVD fills a need for simplicity.
    Just watch and play along."  -- Keith Russell, University of Kansas

    "I just wanted to say I watched the DVD and I think it is great. Simple yet brilliant, very clear in presentation, you can get
    the hand movements quite quickly and because you play them, I think you said it is a minute, which is quite a good amount
    of time you can really get a feel for the rhythm. I am really impressed. I have a few other instructional DVDs I think yours
    is the most practical and easy to use I have found. I have also listened to most of the 1st CD and again I like that it is
    straightforward and you play the groove long enough to get a feel for it, and it is clear and precise enough that you can
    pick up the rhythm quite quickly. I am looking forward to having a lot of fun with these. Once again thank you for making
    this resource available and at what I consider to be a very good price, certainly fantastic value for the money.
    The DVD and CDs are great quality."  -- Ian R.
Drum Circle Lovers 6 Pack: 101 Rhythms DVD And 5 Drumming CD's, $40 For the really hard core drum circle lover!

    Here's what's included:
    120 Drum Circle Rhythms        1 DVD    (2 hours, 12 minutes) See the rhythms played up close.
    101 Drum Circle Rhythms        2 CDs    (2 hours) Perfect for the home, car stereo or iPod.

    Ultimate Live Drum Circles       2 CDs    (70 minutes each disc) It's live drum circle jamming!
    Clearwater Beach Drum Circle   1 CD     (78 minutes) More great live drum circle action.

    This 6 disc pack with the DVD & 5 drumming CDs is a great deal! It will keep you, or any other drum circle lover busy for
    a long time. And I hope it helps you to enjoy drumming more. (You can hear mp3 samples from the drum circle CDs at
    the link below.) The price includes shipping (In the USA only). You can substitute 2 of the included CDs for
    the Wild Drum Circles 2 CD set if you wish. Please just include a note to let me know. Thanks.

    To buy the 6 disc pack (shipping in the USA only), use the first button below.

    For ALL other countries, The Drum Circle 6 Disc Pack is $46 USD. That includes shipping.

    Please use the second Paypal button below this one:
101 Drum Circle Rhythms On 2 CD's $10

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    2 hours of hand drumming rhythms on 2 CDs. The two 101 Drum Circle Rhythms CDs make a great companion to the Rhythms DVD.
    Enjoy them on your home stereo, in your car, smartphone, at the drum circle, or transfer them to your iPod / mp3 player.
    Below link for more info, and mp3 samples. You can get the CDs directly from me, & mp3s at iTunes or most mp3 retailers.

     For more detailed information, please click below.
    101 Drum Circle Rhythms on 2 CDs Page Link

             Ultimate Live Drum Circle Jam CD's - Set of 2 for $10 - More Info:
    Visit the Ultimate Drum Circles page & hear a few full length tracks from my CD's. You can get the full 2 and 1/2 hours
    of drum circle music for $10 (on the ever popular format CD from me), or mp3s at iTunes Amazon & most other retailers.

    These live drum circle jams were recorded just as they happened. Some entertaining drum circle action, featuring
    all kinds of hand drums, djembes, congas, doumbeks, djun djuns, ashikos, flutes, didgeridoos, and lots more.

             For more detailed information, please click below.
    Ultimate Live Drum Circle CD's & Drum Circle Merch Page Link

           Wild Drum Circles 2 CD set $10.
    Also check out the Wild Drum Circles page and listen to a few tracks from these. You never know who's going to show up,
    and what's going to happen at the drum circle. That's part of the fun. Bellydancers, didgeridoo and flute players.
    Drummers and dancers from all different paths, cultures, and walks of life. Spoken word, chanting, singing, crazy
    instruments, and some good musicmaking. All of that, and much more on these two 75 minute CD's. Amazing jamming,
    grooving, dancing, craziness, and spontaneous self expression. (2 CDs or ITunes & Amazon)

           For more information and some mp3's, click your way below.
    Wild Drum Circles Page Link
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| ### Have a Drum Circle at Your Event or Party
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    I facilitate a variety of drum circle events around the area. Spice up your party, gathering, festival, meeting,
    or spiritual gathering with a multi-cultural drum circle experience that all ages will enjoy.

    A birthday party drum circle. What a cool idea!

           "Jazz on the Green" Faciliated Drum Circles
    "It involved children and adults in making their own music, easily learning the rhythms he taught."

    -- Polly R., Coordinator - Jazz On The Green
       Drum circles at the Ft. Myers Jazz Festivals
       Featuring Euge Groove, The Rippingtons, Acoustic Alchemy, Rick Braun, and Jeff Golub

    Three views from the "Jazz on the Green" children's drum circle event.
    I love the joy of this little boy smiling playing that great big djembe. Mom tried to give
    him that little tambourine, but he wanted to play that big ol' drum. (Don't we all?)

    Drumming and yoga go really well together. I love drumming to any kind of movement. Tai Chi, Poi, etc.

    Add some hula hoops, and dancing to the center of your drum circle for something real to connect to!

    Try laying down with your eyes closed for a minute in the center of the circle. It's powerful stuff!

    More About Drum Circles

    Read on, or click here to read more about having a drum circle:

    Drum Circle Facilitation Page Link

    The Power of Rhythm

    To briefly describe drum circle facilitation by me, it's like putting a bunch of people together, and making a band out of them.
    It's fun to be in the band for a day. Friends, strangers, co-workers, beginners, or pros...it doesn't matter, we're all equal.

    I was a very selfconcious kid. Playing music helped build my confidence, and I overcame it. I was hyperactive
    also, and playing the drums gave me an outlet for it. Many drum circles are family friendly - it's something
    positive and fun to do with your kids. It may help them as well - even encourage them to join school band.

    I offer drumming lessons, workshops, and drum circles. I provide only drums with synthetic drum heads, because I can clean
    and sanitize the drums after each use. Many of the people I work with are especially vulnerable to colds and flu. Children,
    seniors, and special needs groups in particular. Also synthetic djembe, doumbek, and frame drum heads are more durable,
    and they never need tuning. Personally I prefer playing goatskin head drums, but for me they aren't practical.

    The sound of drums speaks to us all. Everything has a rhythm, from the staccato beat of raindrops to the soft rhythm of the surf.
    Most importantly, our hearts have a strong rhythm. Sometimes our heart beats speed up, then slows back down. But, there is a basic,
    natural rhythm that is ours exclusively. Drum circles allow us to let our imagination soar, our heart beats changing their speed
    as we think about things we might otherwise avoid. We can feel safe doing this in a drum circle because that bottom beat, the basic
    elementary pulse of the circle will always bring us back to our "home" beat. And that gives us an element of security that may not
    be conscious, but which we instinctively recognize. The therapeutic benefit of feeling safe exploring things with our thoughts
    and emotions are one of the biggest factors in the growing popularity of open community, and facilitated drum circles.

    A drum circle is something a little different from the usual things you tend to see. I provide African, Egyptian, and Latin drums,
    and introduce rhythms from various cultures. Think of me like a tour guide, that goes with you around the world in music.

    I prefer to work with smaller groups, from 3 to 90 people. I can give you more personalized and individual attention. I deliver
    an authentic drum circle experience. The emphasis with me is on fun! I believe in not telling people how, when, or what to play,
    but rather focusing more on self discovery. But I do offer a few pointers! And I help to guide people to find their musical
    selves at their own pace, with no pressure. It's kind of like what you see with musicians drumming at the beach at an
    open drum circle, except in a little bit more managed format. Just a good time being in the band jamming & having fun.

    Drum circles can be extremely effective for companies that want to enhance the generation of new ideas and better team work.
    When people discover that they can collectively produce a good sound without any musical training or background, they start
    to realize that they can be more effective at work by putting their heads together and working as a team. Also, drumming uses
    the brain in a different pattern than the linear thought process that is usually needed in the work environment. A drum circle
    brings the group to a more open mental and psychological process, which can be carried over to the production of new and better
    ways of working. An excellent tool to kick off a brain storming session and optimize the quantity and quality of new ideas.

    Spiritual and church drum circles - Saint Louis County area:

    Spiritual & Church Drum Circles Page

    Click the page link below for information on team building, corporate drumming, or small business drum circles.

    Team Building, Corporate Drumming, Small Business Drum Circles Link

    Community, Culture, and Fun

    Cultures from around the world use drumming to unify their communities. A drum circle anywhere brings people together
    by using our uniqueness to create something that belongs to all of us. It's educational, healthy, it releases negative
    emotions, provides joy, opens creative expression, and brings us back to the rhythms of nature.

    But most of all, it's a lot of fun to play the drums. Anyone can participate, from kids to elders. We smile, we play, we heal,
    we dance, we laugh, we learn, and have fun. No drumming experience is needed. Parents and thier kids can play together.

    I help everyone to drum with ease in a matter of minutes, so they can discover their own sense of rhythm, and experience the fun
    of hand drumming. It's a fun colorful way to jazz up an event, or special occasion. And it's very casual, people can come and
    go as they please as it's going on, and stay for as long as they want to. I don't want people to be drummers, I just want to
    help them to be able to enjoy drumming together. If you have a desire for lots more detailed info, my Kindle book is $8.

    Click here to check out my 300 page book on hand drumming & drum circles

    "A Practical Guide To Hand Drumming And Drum Circles" Link

    Testimonials & Refrences

    I do some charity work around our local area. There is some wear and tear on the musical instruments that I
    provide for use at these events. I don't receive any funding now or have in the past. The proceeds from the
    sales of my drumming CD's, DVD's, and drum circle book help me to fund the repairs, and to be able to
    continue working for organizations with limited recreational budgets. (Who benefit from it the most.)

    Testimonials, Resume, & Letters of Recommendation (page link)

    Drum circles With Elders and Seniors. (St. Louis area.) Also, Info and more tips for facilitators:

    Drum Circles With Seniors (page link)

    As an independent artist, money is tight, so I always appreciate a product that is a good value for the cost.
    That's the idea behind my book, DVD, & CD's. If you choose to purchase something from me, thanks in advance
    for helping out with drum repairs, and expenses. (Please visit the links to see my DVD, CD's, 300 page book,
    "A Practical Guide To Hand Drumming And Drum Circles". $18. It includes a different free drum circle jam CD.)
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> | USA and Worldwide Drum Circle Finder Lists
>     Locate drum circles in your state with the USA drum circle finder, both freestyle & facilitated. There are over 1000 of them,
>     and it's always growing. Established in 1999, & updated monthly. It's a free service to the drumming and dancing community.
> #### USA Drum Circle Finder Link
>     Locate freestyle & facilitated drum circles worldwide with my International drum circle finder. It includes Canada, Australia,
>     The United Kingdom, Thailand, Germany, Greece, and many other countries. Find drum circles all around the globe.
#### Global International Drum Circle Finder Link
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| ## Drum Circles With Special Needs Groups

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    The Earth Day drum circle celebration at Honeymoon Island. A gathering of our community, and an adult
    special needs group performing in pubic up on the big stage. How it all came together, photos, and more.

    Special Needs Drum Circles Link

    Kids Drum Circles & Drumming With Kids

    Children's drum circles, drumming with kids at schools, youth groups, birthday parties, functions, & festivals.

    Drum Circles For Kids Link
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| ## Drumcircles.net Drum Circle Blog

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    Check out the Drum Circle World Blog at blogspot.com (Link)

    The drum circle world blog has plenty of helpful ideas, hints, drumming tips, & more for all levels.
    Visit it at drumcircleworld.blogspot.com - Some of my past posts cover drumming topics including:

    Average Rates & Pricing For Facilitated Drum Circles
    Reading Drum Music - Ways to Notate & Teach Drum Rhythms
    Putting Together A Drum Circle Facilitator "Set List"
    Cleaning & Sanitizing Drums For Facilitated Drum Circles
    Ways To Get Free Drum Circle Facilitation Training
    How To Get A Drum Circle Started & Including Everyone In It

    Wedding Drum Circles & Drum Circle Receptions
    Team Building Drum Circles - Small Business & Corporate
    Drumming Via Webcam, & With Special Needs Children
    Improving Drum Circle Hosting & Facilitating Skills On Little Or No Money
    Publicizing And Promoting Your Drum Circle – Getting The Word Out
    Eeeking Out A Living Facilitating Drum Circles In This Economy

    Special Needs Drum Circles And Drumming - Kids & Adults
    So What's A Good Choice For That First Djembe Drum To Buy?
    What Are Some Good Types Of Drum To Buy For Your Child?
    What That Very First Drum Circle Really Felt Like...
    Different Ways To Notate, Or Jot Down Drum Circle Rhythms

    Drum Circles in Churches and at Spiritual Gatherings
    A Long List Of Assorted Notated Drum Circle Rhythms To Try Out
    Suggesting & Vocalizing, Easy ways To Start Out A Drum Circle Rhythm
    Ways To Understand And Read Music & Playing Notated Drum Rhythms
    Starting Drum Circles In Pubs, Night Clubs, And Cafe's...Really?

    Some Drum Circle Benefits - Social, Physical, And Mental
    Drumming And Drum Circles In The Winter Cold & Summer Heat
    Tuning A Lug Tuned Drum, Head Replacement, & Marking Your Name On Your Drum
    Things To Look For in Finding a “Good” Doumbek Drum...(On a Budget!)
    Sitting In With Bands, & Learning To Play By Ear
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| ## Drumcircles.net on FaceBook YouTube Twitter & CD Baby

    If you'd like to visit me on FaceBook or Twitter etc. and send an invite, I'd like that. I worked in Hollywood as a character actor,
    and musician for over 2 decades, and had some mighty strange experiences. (Including on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and
    Star Trek Next Generation as a Romulan). On my actor page below, I posted a few pics, and wrote a little about what it was like.

    Have a look if you have a few extra minutes. As I'm sure you are aware, many musicians and artists of all media cross over
    into the acting business. My acting biz Kindle book is $6. 280 pages, the title is, "An Actor's Face" Have a look if the acting
    field is something you might be interested in. Also check out some drumming videos on my YouTube channel, and my Twitter
    feed has some interesting stuff. There's 100+ drum circle, and dancing photos on Flickr. Some of them are pretty cool.
Drumcircles.net on FaceBook Link Drum circle jams Mp3s at my CD Baby Artist Page Drumcircles.net Twitter Feed Drumcircles.net Drum Circle Mp3s on SoundCloud Drumcircles.net YouTube Videos Flickr Photostream Shannon Ratigan - Official Actor Page - I was once a thing.
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| ## A Practical Guide To Hand Drumming And Drum Circles Book Hand Drumming & Drum Circles Book - More information at the link below.
    I wrote this 300 page book to share my 30 years of experiences, learning, and put some good out there in the world. My hope
    is to help people enjoy hand drumming and drum circles more. Working with all ages, settings, and with at risk groups. Ideas
    and suggestions for keeping your drum circle fresh and interesting, or even if you are just trying to get one started. It's
    on Kindle for $8. Or, get an inscribed physical copy with a free drum circle CD if you order it here at my website.

    Here's the link For Amazon Kindle ($8): (Physical copies are also available at Amazon.com (But the free CD isn't included.)
A Practical Guide To Hand Drumming And Drum Circles Book on Kindle A Practical Guide To Hand Drumming And Drum Circles Book Link
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>     A little about the history of the Djembe drum. Also called The Storyteller. It is traced back to the Mandingue Empire of
>     West Africa, the Djembe is used in ceremonial dances, communication and healing practices dating as far back as 800 years.

>     I was taught the original name for the Djembe is JebeBara, coming from the Bamana language. This translates as the unity drum.
>     The Djembe brings people from all races and nationalities together with its song. Due to its unique shape the Djembe is able
>     to produce distinctive low and high slaps and tones creating sounds that are completly unmatched by any other drum.

>     In the language of the Maninka people, "jem" refers to the tree used to make the drum, while "be" refers to goat, the hides
>     of which were used for the drum head. Often ceremonies are held in the making of a djembe, to honor the goat, the tree
>     it's hand carved from, and the craftsman who builds it. These are the real deal djembes in my opinion. The problem is
>     finding an honest retailer who sells the real thing. There's lots of knock offs out there. Last time I checked, the
>     djembe's not indiginious to Indonesia. Some of them sound okay, but I suggest seeking out an authentic one.

>     How To Tune Up Your Djembe Drum

>     The djembe tuning doc below is a printable Adobe PDF with illustrated, step by step Mali Weave instructions.
>     YouTube has lots of "How to tune your djembe" videos on there. Use the print out, and watch a few.

>     Djembe Drum Tuning (PDF)

>     Reading Drum Music, Notated Drum Rhythms & Facilitation Set List

>     This is a list of various drum circle rhythms I enjoy playing. It's my interpretation of them. There are a few
>     different ways I like to notate, and/or and vocalize the start of a drum circle rhythm. Print it out if you
>     want to. I like to help people enjoy drumming more. The list might make a good guideline, set list, or just
>     some fun stuff for you and your friends. Reading drum music & more. 7 pages, Microsoft Word (.doc) Here:

>     Printable - Reading Drum Music - Ways to Notate & Teach Drum Rhythms (word.doc)

>     Printable - Longer List Of Notated Drum Circle Rhythms (word.doc)
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| ## 6 Free Drum Circle MP3s

    You can listen to, or download these drum circle mp3's free here at my website. No registering, or signing up for
    anything is required. Times are difficult, and not everyone can afford even minor music purchases these days,
    so I want to provide these free of charge. There are a few more at the mp3 page link below. Thanks, & enjoy.

    Sometimes we tend to loose track of time drumming at the drum circle, 25 minutes can go by like it's only 5.
    The four drum circle mp3's below are on the 70 minute CD included free with my 101 Drum Circle Rhythms DVD.

     BellyDancing Drum Circle Jam 2 mp3 Download

     More Cowbell Drum Circle mp3 Download Part 1

     More Cowbell Drum Circle mp3 Download Part 2

     Almost Fanga Drum Circle mp3 Download Part 1

     Almost Fanga Drum Circle mp3 Download Part 2

    These tracks, and more of my drum circle music is available at CDbaby iTunes Amazon and most mp3 retailers.
    CDBaby.com has 2.5 hours of mp3s you can download for $10.  CD Baby Drum Circle Music Link

    If you are a film maker - show producer - making a video - for samples - or for any other purpose, I have about 7
    hours of hand drumming, & drum circle music. It can set the perfect background mood or tone to a scene, or project.

    It's world music group drumming from various cultures, and at a variety of tempos. African, Latin, Native American,
    Mid-Eastern, Belly Dance, Funk, Soul, R & B. Lots to choose from. It is all copyrighted and licensed.
## 15 Free Drum Circle Ringtone Downloads

    These are 20 second ringtone downloads, but all are on a single djembe drum. There's 7 of
    them. I hope you like one enough to use it as your ringtone for awhile. Check them out.
    These were made from my 101 Drum Circle Rhythm CD's. 2 hours for 10 bucks. Amazon, iTunes etc.

     Djembe drumcircles.net 51 mp3 Ring Tone Download

     Djembe drumcircles.net 42 mp3 Ring Tone Download

     Djembe drumcircles.net 41 mp3 Ring Tone Download

     Djembe drumcircles.net 40 mp3 Ring Tone Download

     Djembe drumcircles.net 34 mp3 Ring Tone Download

     Djembe drumcircles.net 30 mp3 Ring Tone Download

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## More Drum Circle Mp3's & Free Djembe Ringtones

    I hope you enjoy your visit to my site. Please consider picking up a set of my drum rhythms, or drum circle CD's.
    All of my drum circle CDs and rhythms CDs are also available instantly at iTunes and most other mp3 retailers.

    You get over 5 hours of live drum circle jams to put in your mp3 player, iPod, iPad, smartphone, or any
    other mp3 compatible device. It's some fun listening, and a pretty good deal! There are number of full
    length drum circle jams you can listen to, and a few that are free downloads. Here's the page link:

    To the Drum Circle MP3's Page

    Visit the Wild Drum Circles page, and listen to a few more full length tracks from the 2 CD set.

    Wild Drum Circles Page, & 7 Djembe Drum Ringtones Page Link
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| ## Drumming Humor

    Here is a list of Dumb And Dumber Drummer Jokes - 100's of them (seriously!). Some of them are very funny,
    some of them are well...kind of stupid. You may have already heard a few of these before, but have a look!

    Drumming Humor & Drummer Jokes Page Link
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