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Cindy offers several group drumming programs
specialized for the senior community:
HealthRHYTHMS
HealthRHYTHMS is a research-based group drummingprotocol which has demonstrated biological and pscyho-
social benefits. HealthRHYTHMS Group Empowerment
Drumming isn't about successful drumming, rather the drum
is used as a music-making wellness tool for physical
exercise, communication, creativity, self-expression, and
spirituality. It has been proven to reduce stress on the
genomic level, strengthen the immune system, improve mood,
reduce burnout, and is a great exercise in music-making
while exercising brain activity.
The HealthRHYTHMS Protocol was developed by
neurologist Barry Bittman, MD in collaboration with Remo
Drum Company Remo, Inc. At the conclusion of the study
of the immune system effects, Christine K. Stevens, MSW,
MT-BC, MA, Karl Bruhn, Father of the Music-Making and
Wellness, and Barry Bittman, MD worked together to
develop the training program to teach the specific protocol
which demonstrated a healthful biological impact. The
protocol was named “HealthRHYTHMS”.
The HealthRHYTHMS protocol is comprised of different
activities which include:
See these links for more videos, articles, and information
on Evidence-Based Elements of HealthRHYTHMS
7 Evidence-Based Elements of HealthRHYTHMS Drumming
10 Health Benefits of Drumming
The Power of Music
Group Drumming - A Rational Strategy - Christine Stevens
Immune System Study of Group Drumming-Barry Bittman, MD
Session Flyer
Drumming & Parkinson's Disease
6 Articles on Drumming & the Senior Community
Videos on HealthRHYTHMS
The Healing Drum Kit Workshop!
The Healing Drum Kit Workshop!
With a venerable history as a healing art, it’s no surprise
that scientists are now finding measurable positive immune
system changes following one-hour drumming sessions.
In The Healing Drum Kit Workshop, Cindy puts into
practice the teachings and techniques of internationally
acclaimed music therapist, Christine Stevens, to show you
how to use the art of drumming to ignite your creativity,
release tension and anxiety, exercise the body, and
communicate with a power beyond words.
A variety of World Rhythms will be explored from
Africa to Japan, Life Rhythms for whole-body healing and
Spirit Rhythms that liberate creative energy.
Decorating & Personalizing Your Drum & Mallet - You will
have the opportunity to decorate & personalize your drum.
You can draw, paint, color, write a personal message that
encourages you. Design your drum to represent yourself
using your own creativity.
Workshop Sessions include:
The Healing Drum Kit Workshop -
Required Tools include:
drums are purchased separately for this program.)
Body Beat - A Game in Rhythmic Fun!
Some of the excerpts on this page were taken directly from the websites and materials
of HealthRHYTHMS and Upbeat Drum Circles.
specialized for the senior community:
 | HealthRHYTHMS | |
| The Healing Drum Kit Workshop | |
| Body Beat - A Game in Rhythmic Fun! |
HealthRHYTHMS
HealthRHYTHMS is a research-based group drumming
social benefits. HealthRHYTHMS Group Empowerment
Drumming isn't about successful drumming, rather the drum
is used as a music-making wellness tool for physical
exercise, communication, creativity, self-expression, and
spirituality. It has been proven to reduce stress on the
genomic level, strengthen the immune system, improve mood,
reduce burnout, and is a great exercise in music-making
while exercising brain activity.
The HealthRHYTHMS Protocol was developed by
neurologist Barry Bittman, MD in collaboration with Remo
Drum Company Remo, Inc. At the conclusion of the study
of the immune system effects, Christine K. Stevens, MSW,
MT-BC, MA, Karl Bruhn, Father of the Music-Making and
Wellness, and Barry Bittman, MD worked together to
develop the training program to teach the specific protocol
which demonstrated a healthful biological impact. The
protocol was named “HealthRHYTHMS”.
The HealthRHYTHMS protocol is comprised of different
activities which include:
| HealthRHYTHMS |
- 1. 2 Wellness Activities
2. Ice Breakers
3. ABC’s of Drumming
4. Rhythmic Naming
5. Entrainment Building
6. Inspirational Beats
7. Guided Imagery Drumming
See these links for more videos, articles, and information
on Evidence-Based Elements of HealthRHYTHMS
7 Evidence-Based Elements of HealthRHYTHMS Drumming
10 Health Benefits of Drumming
The Power of Music
Group Drumming - A Rational Strategy - Christine Stevens
Immune System Study of Group Drumming-Barry Bittman, MD
Session Flyer
Drumming & Parkinson's Disease
6 Articles on Drumming & the Senior Community
Videos on HealthRHYTHMS
The Healing Drum Kit Workshop!
The Healing Drum Kit Workshop!
With a venerable history as a healing art, it’s no surprise
that scientists are now finding measurable positive immune
system changes following one-hour drumming sessions.
In The Healing Drum Kit Workshop, Cindy puts into
practice the teachings and techniques of internationally
acclaimed music therapist, Christine Stevens, to show you
how to use the art of drumming to ignite your creativity,
release tension and anxiety, exercise the body, and
communicate with a power beyond words.
A variety of World Rhythms will be explored from
Africa to Japan, Life Rhythms for whole-body healing and
Spirit Rhythms that liberate creative energy.
Decorating & Personalizing Your Drum & Mallet - You will
have the opportunity to decorate & personalize your drum.
You can draw, paint, color, write a personal message that
encourages you. Design your drum to represent yourself
using your own creativity.
Workshop Sessions include:
| Rhythms of Life – Breathing, Heartbeat, Walking, | |
| Skipping, Dancing, Laughing, and Resting | ||
| Rhythms of Spirit – Relaxation, Release, | |
| Playfulness, Creativity, Inspiration, Transformation, Power, and Vitality | ||
| Rhythms of the World – Taiko Matsure | |
| (Japanese), Ayube (Turkey to Egypt), Clave (Afro- Cuban), Samba (Brazil), Rumba Guaguanco (a mix between African drumming and Spanish poetry & song), Agilablanca (Aztec), and Econcon (West African) |
The Healing Drum Kit Workshop -
Required Tools include:
| A quality 10" REMO™ Frame Drum | |
| A Mallet | |
| Miscellaneous arts & crafts to decorate | |
| Drums & Mallets (Optional – needed only if |
Body Beat - A Game in Rhythmic Fun!
| Body Beat is a drum circle without drums! It is a | |
| game in Rhythmic Fun designed to inspire your group to groove!!! It was co-created by Christine Stevens and well-known drummer and drum circle facilitator, Slammin' Sammy K! | ||
| Body Beat uses five simple body percussion sounds | |
| (Snap, Clap, Slap, Smack, and Tap) to make different rhythms that sound GREAT together and inspire your group to groove!!! Body Beat does not require any musical experience. In fact, there are no notes or time signatures to read. | ||
| Body Beat encourages you to: |
- 1. Snap your fingers
2. Clap your hands,
3. Slap your belly,
4.Smack your thighs, and
5. Tap your toes.
| Body Beat uses 36 different sounds to make six | |
| different games for anywhere from 4 to 70 people. There are a few SURPRISES in store as well that will get your group loosened up and "Go Wild". There are also some SERIOUS sounds that will give the rebels a responsible "Beat Keeper" role. | ||
| Body Beat is an immediate connector, giving an | |
| opportunity to laugh at ourselves. It is an icebreaker that breaks down boundaries. It is a great way to inspire success as it builds teamwork through rhythmic participation. | ||
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of HealthRHYTHMS and Upbeat Drum Circles.