360 Immersive Drum Circle

This intimate 360° immersive drum circle was recorded on March 9th, 2024 at Highland Dream, our outdoor creative studio space in the heart of Los Angeles, CA..

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This 2nd set explored the use of the human body as a percussive instrument. Everyone stood up and began to improvise within the group flow dynamic, percussive use of their hands all over their body. There is a dual function to this playful exercise that was described beforehand whereby the tapping on the body, when done consciously at certain areas, becomes therapeutic. By the inclusion of breathing, the resonance of the group and varying degrees of pressure applied on the body at various meridian points, lymph nodes, and blood flow areas, a self-sustained massage of sorts is integrated into the playful meditation practice

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In part 3 of this drum circle everyone picked up a percussion instrument while still standing. This approach allowed for the spatial dynamics of space and stance, on our feet, giving the entire body the opportunity to sway and for the chi (life force energy) to flow freely, from feet, legs and up. The meditative exercise utilized for the drum circle is the “love & truth” technique. This simple protocol can be utilized by anyone. No prior musical or drum circle experience is needed. By introducing 3 simple steps on body, mind and heart orientation and a sonic unifying lift off is guaranteed. In fact this drum circle was a first for one of the participants.

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