Independent*Assisted Living*Skilled Nursing *Reflections*

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INTENT:

-Encouraging memory stimulation via Life Sound Tracks.

- Research Historical American Music Interest throughout the decades.

- Drums & other Percussion Instrument participation Serve to accent the grounding  quality of            the music within the mental  & emotional historic records of each client. 

- Using Classical Music to flood consciousness with wider atmospheric perspectives.

- STORY TELLING...with DRUM RHYTHMS often sustained under broader etheric compositions to help open & ground participants. This simple technique seeks to stimulate a wider range of experiences of "depth & air". 

- Using drums in two or more separate, yet complimentary rhythmic parts, the circle participates    in creating their own unique rhythmic voice.

- Residents may be taught traditional rhythmic play: Afro-Cuban; West African, etc., where applicable

- Drumming/Music Programs are all staff inclusive.

- Staff are able to break from the rigors of traditional care by participating along side the residents they serve.

- Staff experiences the relief and the liberty that drumming & the music sessions can facilitate. 

We present a one-hour program that shares an entertaining combination of music from many decades and genres with storytelling and reminiscing engagement. In true "drum circle" fashion, we provide manageable percussion instruments that your residents & facility staff may use to play along with our staff, as we experience the musical selections presented. There is singing  and often dancing in this joyful experience.  

As our sessions progress, we discuss the prolific & historical significance of "Drum Circling". And, we expose and educate your Elders about the types of drums we bring, their origins throughout the world, while providing simple instructions on how each may be played.

Within each session, (where appropriate) we'll choose at least one musical selection used for chair, and/or standing calisthenics.  

For larger "Facility Staff Team Building & Appreciation-Acknowledgment Events" we bring in an appropriate number of facilitators to join the presentations.

Our overall purpose is to create an atmosphere of fun and stimulation that our Elders will look forward to. And, within this experience, we encourage movement (however subtle), and a more buoyant and encouraging Outlook on Life in the midst  of their diverse challenges.