Rhythm, Word, Drum
"From the rhythm of our heartbeats to the rhythms of the natural forces that surround us, we shape our music and our stories. We have passed these stories on from generation to generation since the moment when language began. Putting our words to the rhythms of the drums, and putting our minds to the business of culture-building and spiritual survival is the highest province of the poets and drummers." So in this workshop we create poetry and spoken word pieces together. We then add music and/or chant around their words, and see what develops. We demonstrate, teach and encourage participants to call on, test, and develop their language skills, and their understanding of the rhythm-word connection. It's about finding your voice, telling your story, knowing your history, and embracing your responsibility to yourself and your community.
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