Name: Drum circle and handpan relaxation session with Mark at the Eagle Building Sunderland
Start: 2024-05-30T19:00:0001:00
End: 2024-05-30T20:30:0001:00
Location: Sacred Sounds CIC

Drum circle and handpan relaxation session with Mark at the Eagle Building Sunderland

Dear Friends,
Welcome to our Drum Circle, a unique space dedicated to exploring joy, healing, and freedom of expression through the universal language of rhythm. Here, we celebrate the power of drumming as a tool for communication, expression, and healing.
Whether you're a seasoned drummer or a beginner, we invite you to join us in creating beautiful rhythms that resonate with our collective experiences and aspirations.
A little bit about me...
As a musician and educator with over 20 years of experience, I have devoted myself to the art of West African drumming and playing the handpan. My passion for West African drumming began through a community drumming group called "Drummed Up", which I helped to found in 2001. My experiences expanded greatly through my travels in West Africa – to Senegal, twice to Guinea and Gambia. Since then, I have been dedicated to learning, performing, and teaching others about these beautiful and rich musical traditions.
In my teaching, I strive to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that allows students to develop their skills and connect to their creativity. Music has the power to bring people together, and I am committed to helping students of all backgrounds and abilities discover the joy and beauty of West African drumming.
I also play handpans in my sessions. These beautiful sound sculptures are used in many genres of music and are beneficial for healing and relaxation.
My approach to teaching is grounded in the deep cultural roots of these instruments, and I work to impart technical and cultural knowledge to my students. It is essential to understand the history and cultural significance of the music we play and the technical skills necessary to play it with precision and feel. Through my teaching, I aim to inspire a new generation of musicians and music lovers to discover the beauty and power of West African drumming and use the handpan to bring relaxation and mindfulness.
These instruments have brought me so much joy and meaning, and I am honoured to share them with others.

Love Mark