Guitarists, pianists, cellists, vocalists, woodwind players, sax, hand drums... in short, we don't use electricity. We're professionals and closet musicians. Some of us are self trained and some  are classically trained. We gave up the idea of becoming musicians in lieu of another field but never let go of our common passion. This is a welcoming group for musicians who want to respectfully & creatively share with and learn from other musicians.  To be heard by others. To be moved by the spirit o …

This is where I will post different Native American Cultural Activities, such as Powwows, Festivals, Feasts, Meetings and other activities in the Boston area. I am a member of the United Native American Cultural Center in Ayer, MA. If you are curious about Native American Culture and would like to participate in activities or if you are Native American, then this is a good group for you.

Our first few meetings will guide the direction of this group.  We will explore sound forms, learn simple percussion and drumming techniques, and play a few rhythms. After the basics, we will simply play and discover the particular energy of the group and let it evolve from there. Please bring something to the group that makes a sound but isn't a traditional instrument. Get creative and find something you like, be it pots and pans, keys, beans, a soda bottle, etc. You are also welcome to bring …

A high-energy, FUN, celebration of drumming and community. For beginners wanting to try something new, friends, experienced drummers, dancers. We celebrate the traditions - rhythms that have built energy for hundreds of years for celebration, dance, ritual - just plain FUN! As well as whatever you bring to it!  We'll have drums to share, and support for newcomers, and energy for everyone. Meets monthly.  6:30  Mini-Class Intro   7-9 pm  Drum Circle $8 donation, children under 12 free.

Four Points Singing Meditation is an interfaith/non-sectarian spiritual group that combines many types of group singing, chanting, toning and drumming with observation of silence. The combination/juxtaposition of singing, drumming and meditation, which are often engaged in separately, result in a synergy that enhances both sound and stillness.

The Fat Tuesday Blues Jam is made up of a growing community of serious hobbyist musicians and one simple concept: musical camaraderie. Our aim is to make jamming fun again by providing you with everything you need to simply focus on playing: A state-of-the-art, professional performance space Gear: guitar and bass amps, drums, a piano and a professional PA system (just bring your instrument) A house band comprised of patient, supportive and experienced professional musicians A regular schedul …

The BeatBrigade is an interactive drumming group operating through HandReach, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the poorest children in the developing world overcome severe debilitating trauma injuries. The BeatBrigade engages in therapeutic drumming that promotes community and benefits survivors of burn and trauma injuries. Outstanding BeatBrigadiers are invited to tour locally and abroad to drum with people of all kinds! ** Everyone is welcome to join and participate in the BeatBr …

This is a drumming group that promotes women learning drumming by organizing drum workshops, drum circles, and drumming events. A core group of experienced women drummers, some from the Batucada Belles, a Brazilian drum group, play at social justice events. Opportunities to learn to drum, and opportunities to play at social justice events in the Boston Area will be promoted on this meetup.

Founded in 2004, A3D (African Development through Drum and Dance) started with a group of friends who traveled to Senegal, West Africa on a two week journey that forever changed their lives. After experiencing the sights and sounds of Africa, it became clear that many of the things we take for granted, most of the people there either never had or need more of, but will likely not be able to achieve without help from outside. Some of those things include medicines, school computers, and much mo …

‎Mamadou Diop and MAMADOU BAND are humbled and honored to have won the 2011 Boston Music Award for International Artist of the Year.This group brings MAMADOU friends and fans together at live performance venues. Led by Senegalese native Mamadou Diop, MAMADOU is an eclectic group of musicians who have truly formed a guitar and drum led sound that is all their own (enough to win the 2011 Boston Music Award as International Artist of the Year). The music they produce is made for dance, and drumming …

Drumming cleanses the soul, organizes the mind, coordinates movements of the body, and just feels good! Mamadou Diop is from Senegal, West Africa. He has performed with some of the biggest named musicians in his country, and he KNOWS music and rhythm. It is his joy to teach what he has learned, bringing the rhythms of not just Senegal, but all of West Africa to whoever wants to learn them. Join this group if you are a drummer, want to be a drummer, or are just curious what African drumming is al …

Participants will acquire deep contact with their natural rhythms and pulses (heart pulse, breath pulse, walking pulse…), amazing experiences of multi-layered rhythmics; they will learn to play a percussion instrument (up to an advanced level); they will learn a fun, connected way of concentrating and keeping attention out of thought mode; they will cleanse themselves from stagnated emotions in the trance of drumming and chanting alone. And they will experience the older-than-the-world feeling o …

Have you ever experienced that utter exhiliration of "being in the zone"? When everything felt perfect, you could see the world crystal clear and time seemed elastic? Taketina is a unique way that allows you to encounter that sense of "being in the zone". TaKeTiNa is a full-body, full-mind experience. It is simultaneously challenging and safe. No previous movement or music experience is necessary, and no drums are required. Participants come from a diverse array of backgrounds, ages, and intere …

The Bisexual Resource Center understands the bi community needs an easy way to organize activities to connect more people in the greater community.  Result?  Our new meetup group - providing a safe and supportive space for bi-identified people, their partners, interested allies, and those who wish to socialize in an inclusive LGBT community. You'll find mixed events open to everyone on the gender spectrum, as well as specifically women-only & men-only events. Join up for the inside scoop on upco …

8 times a year we meet to celebrate the seasons. We are currently partnered with MIT PSG (http://psg.mit.edu). All events take place in the MIT Chapel (http://psgs.us/MITChapel). Doors open at 7 pm for an open drum circle followed by a seasonal ritual that begins at 8. This group focuses on the open drum circle that begins at 7 pm. It is designed for people to come and go as they wish, with rhythmic support by our ritual band Martin Case and the Lee (http://psgs.us/ritualband). If you are more i …

We are a Pagan group promoting and performing public ritual productions for the wheel of the year, open to all faiths and traditions. We use music, sounding, dance, drumming, body movement, singing, mediation, and chanting to create participatory rituals for the local Boston community. We are currently partnered with MIT PSG (http://psg.mit.edu). All events take place in the MIT Chapel (http://psgs.us/MITChapel). Doors open at 7 pm for an open drum circle, followed by a seasonal ritual that begi …

Hand drumming is fun, healing, and deeply satisfying to our souls and spirits. I am a drum teacher and performer who has experienced the joy, power, and peace of drumming in groups for more than 15 years. A drum circle is a great way for us to share this experience together. In our gathering we will explore rhythm together including some teaching, some jamming, and some following the rhythms where they lead us. If you are interested in hand drumming, please join us. If you do not have a drum, dr …

Our missions statement reads: “We will celebrate the rich tradition of drum corps and the nautical history of the seacoast through performing arts programs that educate and entertain, while creating an enriching experience for both our members and audiences.” We have created this meetup group to help connect drum corps alumni from the area and rally support.  If you have ever marched in drum corps, or have friends, relatives, etc that are musicians or color guard now, help us spread the word so …

We are creating a monthly drum circle in Quincy, MA to build community, have fun and to share the powerful experience of drumming. Our freestyle drum circle will include meditation and creative activities to awaken our spirits and connect us to our authentic rhythm. Everyone is welcome- new and experienced drummers alike. Bring a drum if you have one.

This monthly freestyle drum circle, like the community that hosts it, is a medley of drummers, rhythms, and drum-inspired magic, created by each of us who attends the circle. Freestyle hand drumming circles develop their own group "vibe," through the process of sharing rhythms. While sharing and peer "teaching" of rhythms is welcomed as one form, this is not a class. Please bring your drums and other percussion instruments and join in the joyful, meditative, grounding, celebratory experience of …

Join us to the best dance & music events throughout Boston, Cambridge & Surrounding Cities. If you want to learn the best Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Puertorican Bomba, Cuban Rumba & even Latin Dance Workouts & Modern Dance,  this is the group to join! For more than 20 years, our fun & friendly members have helped thousands of people of all ages to learn how to dance, and have FUN doing it!!! Join us for FREE!!! Get VIP discounts to events! Bring your family & friends! Share the joy of dance! Webs …

This group is a place for people to come together and support each other in raising our collective vibration. You do not need to have a lot of experience or information. The basics to these practices are the type of wisdom that make common sense. This circle is for people interested in brining the path of kindness and the concept of ceremony into daily life. An open mind and a willingness to be supportive of the growth of individuals and the group are important. We will take what we have learned …

Joy Connection Freedom to be yourself Playfulness New Meaning Unselfconsciousness Insight People come to Deep Dance Light Spirit unsure of what to expect. "Do I need to know how to dance? Is it just a playlist of music that each person dances to? What kind of dancing, what kind of music?" The answers are: No, you don't need to know how to dance at all.  You don't even need to be mobile for that matter. A member came who couldn't dance and she sat and swayed and played the drum. And the g …

I want to get together with like minded people and play Beatles songs together. Every week or two we'll pick 4 Beatles songs and play them (We'll start at my place). Guitars, bass, drums, tambourines, violins, ukeleles, keyboards and more!

An open Pagan and earth centered spirituality Circle celebrating the diversity of Paganism through multicultural celebrations on the Sabbats as well as drumming circles, moon meditations, labyrinth walks and trips to Sacred spaces.... Everyone is welcome!

This group is for anyone interested in the African culture,people or cuisine. Let us go African restaurant hopping and enjoy the different foods and music and meet other friends of Africa. Great cultural awareness opportunity-come and learn and share what you know about Africa!

This is a group for those with an interest in shamanic presence & beauty as a path to healing. We will meet periodically, monthly or bi-monthly, at the local coffee shop to talk about topics relating to Contemporary Shamanism. Everyone is welcome. I'd love to share this quotation abut beauty and the shaman: "The shaman knows that the soul’s urge toward beauty is not about perfect symmetry and mainstream approval. It is not about opening doors in business, or snagging the right mate, or fitting i …

This is a group for musicians and singers of all levels, from novice to professional. Together we explore the art of creative musical expression using a series of improvisational techniques. Activities include group drumming and percussion, group singing, and lots of improvisation. Any combination of people and instruments can make music together, so join us for some musical fun in a safe and supportive environment.