USC Rhythm Connection

Meeting every 2nd Saturday, 3:00 - 4:30 pm, in the Sanctuary, USC ABQ Bring your favorite drums and percussion (as always, we'll have some on hand to use for the afternoon), and a yoga mat, blanket, mat and perhaps a pillow to allow complete relaxation on the floor during the sound healing. Chairs will be available if you'd prefer to be seated. .Love offering donation Drumming Returns to Unity Spiritual Center! Led by Lesley Goddin & John Vandermey. Lesley and John bring years of drum Circle facilitating to this circle which is open to all people whether you have drumming experience or not. If you do not have your own drum don’t worry! We have lots of drums to borrow during the Circle. Other instruments are welcome too! Bring your Native American Style Flutes, rhythm instruments, etc. with you and share your musical gift! Welcome to USC Rhythm Connection! Our goal is to provide an environment that allows people to connect with the community through the expression of rhythm. We want to be a safe place for you to explore rhythmic connection in a gentle way. Being in community involves listening to what’s happening in the group and seeing where you can add to that. Making music together also involves making sure to leave space for others to join in as well. Rhythm is not limited to drumming and percussion! If you are moved to dance, vocalize, play a flute (or another acoustical instrument), or just clap your hands, we encourage that. That adds to the connection possibilities. Sometimes, when the group is in a steady groove, someone will “play up.” That is, they’ll play a little louder, with some flourishes and accents, for a few measures to add a little spice to the experience. This is expected and encouraged. Keep holding that rhythm while they do this, so they know where to come back to. Drumming can be good practice in listening to yourself and to each other and harmonizing what you are contributing with what others are putting into the…