
Drumming circles are by no means a modern invention. Many cultures have used drumming circles to strengthen communities. Because no musical experience is necessary drumming circles are accessible and are great team building exercises in any context.
Drums from Around the World
Drums come in all shapes and sizes. The instruments used in drumming circles are often of Middle Eastern or African origin.
The dumbek, for example, is of Middle Eastern origin. The player holds the drum under the left arm and taps out the beat with the fingers of both hands. Originally, dumbeks were carved of wood, but now you’ll find metal and ceramic drumbeks too.
Djembe drums are also a popular choice. Originating in Western Africa, the djembe was used in healing ceremonies.

Drums such as the drumbek and djembe often feature in world and new age music. Frank Natale, aka Professor Trance and one of the most inspirational figures in the new age movement, promoted drumming and dance - and tribal music from many cultures - as a way to find your inner balance and place in the world. Frank Natale left us an inspiring legacy in his his work.
Drumming and Team Building
So why is drumming such a great team building exercise? There are several reasons, the most obvious being that drumming reduces stress. It puts people in a relaxed social circle and lets them pound out their frustrations on a drum. There is no one person is more important than anyone else.
Drumming is also great for creativity. It encourages use of the right side of the brain - the creative side - which, combined with the release of tension, frees up the mind and helps the ideas start to flow again. Because drumming also creates enthusiasm and, as the saying goes, “nothing great in life is achieved without enthusiasm.”

So there you have it: drumming is healthy! It encourages team work; promotes creativity and gives inspiration; reduces stress and energises. If you aren’t so sure about the truth of that, grab an old plastic bucket and turn it on it’s head, then tap away for a while - it won’t take you long to find the beat!
And if you simply want to dance to great drum music check out Fire Drums by Music Mosaic.
One last admonishment: Kids, this is not an excuse for waking up the neighbours!
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