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The Healing Power of the Frame Drum |
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Layne Redmond
Chanting, overtone singing, and humming to the rhythms of the frame drum are ancient technologies for synchronizing mind and body for psychological, physical, and spiritual healing. During this workshop, we will use all the tools of the ancient priestesses and priests as we learn a synthesis of frame-drumming techniques from India, the Middle East, and North Africa.
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- Invoke the elemental energies of earth, water, fire, and air and create sacred space through ritual
- Focus on the heart chakra to help bring balance to ourselves and the world
- Practice Bhramari pranayama (bee breath) and the traditional mantra and mudra of the Hindu bee goddess, Bhramari Devi.
The frame drum is the world’s oldest drum and was played primarily by women for thousands of years as the primary trance-inducing technology for religious and ecstatic rituals. In ancient myth and legend, the frame drum is associated with the bee goddess, who is said to awaken a buzz of ascending consciousness and descending spiritual grace in those who practice these drumming rituals.
Note: No prior musical experience is necessary, and appropriate frame drums will be provided.
April 18–19, 2009
Saturday, 9:30-12:30pm, 1:30-5:30pm
Sunday, 9:30-12:30pm, 1:30-5pm
08WHH55SA21
$335 (No member discount)
New York Open Center Sound and Music School Training Program
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