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Fri. Sept 21, 2012 Ligonier, PA
Drum & Chant : Energy Workshop with Jim Donovan
A joyous and interactive evening of ecstatic drumming, toning and energetic transformation. Beginners are always warmly welcomed. Drums are provided.
Enjoy learning to use drumming and your voice to easily unblock, transform, and increase your energy. Drumming and chanting in groups is an ancient practice that people from all over the globe have used for centuries to connect, motivate, heal, celebrate, and learn about themselves.
During the Drum, Chant & Energy Workshop you will have the chance to learn, practice and experience for yourself, many of these cathartic techniques which are designed to activate, move and positively transform the energy within you.
Advance registration recommended. Space is limited.
Advance registration discount price $35 if you pay in advance or $45 if you pay at the door.
Time 7:00 pm - 9:00pm
Beginners welcome. Drums provided. Ages 17 and over.
Venue: Earth Lotus Yoga
3720 Route 711 Ligonier Mini-Mall
Ligonier, PA 15658
If you have a question or prefer to register by phone please call workshop organizer Melissa Marasia at 724-259-3405
Anyone regardless of musical experience will enjoy and benefit from this experience.
Drums Provided. Ages 17 and over
The Drum, Chant & Energy Workshop shows you how to:
The tools you’ll use:
Jim Donovan is a musician, teacher, trainer and motivator who is dedicated to using the power of musical expression, and presence to assist in consciousness transformation by motivating people to step more fully into their lives. In his work, Donovan records, performs, writes, and offers workshops in the US and abroad focused on using rhythm, drumming and the voice as vehicles for personal growth, healing, and the creation of community. He was a founding member of the multi-platinum 90's band Rusted Root and was voted "Drum Circle Facilitator of the Year" by the readers of Drum! magazine. Donovan holds a BA in Music from the University of Pittsburgh and is pursuing an advanced degree in Education Leadership at Saint Francis University where he is also on faculty. At Saint Francis University he is also involved in research and has developed a training program that teaches Occupational Therapists, medical professionals, parents and teachers how to use percussion modules as a complementary intervention for autistic and other special needs children. In addition to his musical credentials, Donovan is a certified Reiki practitioner, author, dedicated husband and father of three.