This is a Native American Drumming and Dancing Circle. Our intent is to strengthen our connection with mother-earth, and Great Spirit. Together, we seek to understand and appreciate the wisdom of Native American culture and traditions. We respectfully pay homage to this ancient wisdom- the desire to live in union and harmony with all creation--mother earth; nature; all creatures-big and small; the sun; the moon; the stars; the wind; fire and water. With every drum beat, and the …

This group is dedicated to those drummers (as well as those who have never drummed before) who are ready to dedicate themselves to learning the art of percussion from the Griot Percussionist Medoune Gueye from Senegal, West Africa. We will be having events throughout the year, as well as classes in Djembe, Sabar and Kutiro drumming styles, focused on the healing properties of drumming from the traditional Griot perspective of Griot Percusionist Medoune Gueye (aka Papa Dame Gueye).

About Us: Is Drum Corps Your Passion? The drum and bugle corps experience is like no other; combining a passion for performance with a dedication to skill development and working with others to achieve a performance goal. What is Shenandoah Sound? Shenandoah Sound is an all-age drum corps based in Prince William County, VA, comprised of brass, percussion and guard performers with a passion to entertain. Each year we develop and perform a competitive field show throughout at DCA and DCA South eve …

All of us share an interest in sacred chant known as "kirtan," a devotional practice of singing, drumming, and participating in group energy for the purpose of elevating the spirit, building community, and realizing interconnectedness. The practice originated in India millennia ago, but has been popularized in the West by singers such as Krishna Das, Jai Uttal, Wah!, Dave Stringer, Deva Premal, Bhagavan Das, David Newman (Durga Das), etc. This list will be a place to share information about loca …

This is a group for people interested in gathering together to heal, learn, build community, transform and celebrate life through labyrinths. We started this site to host events for walking, meditating, drumming, and dancing together through labyrinths to activate energetic healing and raise our collective vibrations for peace in sacred places."

We'll share spiritual workshops, chant, drum, and meditate with the intentions of love and joy for our Mother Earth and all creation, to bring peace, sustainability and balance!  We affirm the Global Oneness by building on various sacred traditions (Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, Native American, Sufi, Celtic etc) Let us know what kinds of workshops or sessions you'd like to offer or attend.  Most programs will have suggested donations to pay for the space and support the talents of the leaders. We …

This is a group for anyone interested in natural healing and wellness - energy work (Reiki, Qigong, Chakra Therapy, Healing Touch, etc), aromatherapy (therapeutic and vibrational), homeopathy, acupressure, meditation, walking meditation, yoga, crystals, journeying, drum circles, sweat lodges, you name it). This group was started so that experienced practitioners, novices and the curious can come together and experience, learn, share, network and promote wellness naturally. Anyone can post a meet …

Friendly get-togethers to play music, sing, drum, and learn.  Musicians, singers, professionals, amateurs, beginners, all musical levels and all kinds of instruments welcome. We have informal/casual gatherings where you can enjoy playing music and singing with other members, can meet friendly people, and get inspired by others.  Every meeting is a different combination! All musical levels, including beginners, are welcome, so long as you enjoy it!  Bring extra instruments if you have them.

~~~ "The Internal Yoga" ~~~ Ancient tribes have taught us that vocal toning is powerful healing for our bodies and our minds. ..from OM's to other chants from Native American, Hindu, African, Buddhist, Hawaiian, Shaman and many other cultures used for mind clearing and purging toxins from our body's cells ~ we then naturally attune to our centers and the spiritual core of ourselves..       By Law of Attraction and by proactively changing our internal vibrations, we experience an increase in ener …

We are a group of lovers of the dance of peace ~ attuning to the heart ~ co-creating harmony through embodied prayer, sacred intention, conscious movement, pure sound, the glance of the soul. We are musicians, percussionists, dancers, singers of the message of unity, revelers in the mystical, celebrants of all sacred traditions. The Dances of Universal Peace are simple, meditative, joyous, multi-cultural circle dances that use sacred phrases, chants, music and movements from the many spiritual t …

A meet up group for electronic dance music enthusiasts in Washington D.C. This group is open to all people who love electronic dance music, but especially to those who enjoy attending raves in the Washington D.C. area. We are a community that believes in Peace Love Unity and Respect (P.L.U.R.).

Sound or vibration is the most powerful force in the Universe. All matter vibrates at specific frequencies. Our goal is to explore various vibrational modalities including crystal singing bowls, chanting, holographic sound healing, drumming, tuning forks, crystals, dowsing (yes, this will change your vibration!), essential oils and aromatherapy, as well as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), Seichim/Reiki, Yuen Method, sacred geometry, and anything else the group wants to explore! We are gearing …

Hi, This meetup group hopes to put together a group of people that love playing tabla/guitar/flute/keyboard or any instruments to indian songs. The goal is to form a band and present shows in the DC metro area that people will plan and want to attend. If you agree that we need good desi entertainment in our area - please sign up! -Lasika

This group is for anyone who enjoys praying, meditating, giving/receiving healing, practicing their psychic ability (psychometry, tarot, intuitive messages) new/full moon meditations, shamanic journey and drumming. We are welcoming those who like to find a moment of peace, gratitude and love for themselves and the world. We meet once a week, and every week is a different adventure. Come and explore yourself

Oi Capoeiristas and Sambistas! This group was created to form a community of Capoeira and Samba enthusiasts in DC, MD, and VA.  This is your group so please feel free to suggest ideas for meetups. This meetup is sponsored by Capoeira Malês DC. Under the tutelege of Instrutor Morcego and Mestre Curisco www.curisco.com of Capoeira Malês in Seattle, WA, CapoeiraDC is a dedicated community of capoeiristas who practice the Afro-Brazilian art of Capoeira www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFirUS389AY. We offer c …

Serge Kahili King, the author of `Urban Shaman', defines a shaman as "a healer of relationships between mind and body, between people, between people and circumstances, between humans and Nature, and between matter and spirit. In practicing his or her healing, the shaman has a view of reality very different from the one most of the world uses, and it is this unique viewpoint ... which really sets the shaman apart from other healers." Life around and within the Beltway offers many challenges to t …

If you are a music teacher in Arlington, Virginia (or the neighboring areas), then come join us for coffee to share and discuss the good and the bad about teaching music in the Nation's Capital. Or alternatively, not to discuss teaching at all and just enjoy some respite from business as usual. All music teachers are welcome: Full time, part time, school, music store, freelance, aspiring, etc.

Welcome to Development of Universal Perception for Evolving Consciousness! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honors the servant and has forgotten the gift." Albert Einstein ******************* Practices for Developing Intuitives and Psychics ~~~~~ Expand All Your Senses and Skills for Universal Perception In today's world, we have now become far more aware of our inter-connectedness with all aspects …

This group is for Natives, and anyone interested in learning more about Native cultures, living in the DMV area. It is a place to share information on local events such as powwows, festivals and celebrations, live performances, community service opportunities, lectures, seminars, and conferences, etc as well as for organizing social gatherings (and perhaps even discussions!) of our own. Whether you are new in town or a longtime local; Native, mixed with Native blood, or neither; anyone with an o …

Circlesinging is a spontaneous, improvisational community-singing experience, a little bit like a "drum circle" for singers. It's done all over the world in countless different ways and it dates back to the earliest forms of human singing. We take inspiration from methods developed by Bobby McFerrin and his collaborators. Our experienced circlesong leaders create parts on-the-spot, and lead groups in fun wordless songs. Sing beautiful harmonies without sheet music; promote self-confidence and a …

This group focuses on deepening our spiritual experience through meditation and other spiritual practices, classes, discussion groups and other activities such as gathering in spiritual community to drum, to chant and sing.

Think DC needs more diversity in its live music and nightlife? So do I! Join this group and be part of some of the newest innovative events in DC, intertwining dance, music, world cultures, and yoga! All good things that can be joined to foster diversity and unity in our community. Let's make a movement for true appreciation of different cultures in DC. Please visit www.rimibasu.com/kriya and sign up to support!