Why Do You Drum?

The Universal Rhythm

Find out about the 'Universal Rhythm', why this rhythm can't be written down, and how to build it into your practice. Throughout this episode, I've used a numbered 8th note count (rather than 1+2+ etc.) in order to keep the rhythmic pattern clearer and hopefully easier to understand.

Sing To Your Drum

Using the resonant frequency between your voice and the drum skin creates a soothing approach for practice and meditation. Find out how to explore this toning method and what steps to take to get started. The duet referred to in the podcast is Toning into the Frame Drum with Christine Stevens and Gloria Taylor. The drum used is a Remo Renaissance frame drum and not as I called it a 'resonance frame drum' although that is not a bad name for a drum for this kind of practice! You can get in touch at craigcoggle.com

Free Your Drumming

Your host Craig Coggle shares his thoughts on the benefits of bringing freedom to your drumming and shares a story to help you start doing exactly that yourself.

Introduction and Coming Up

A look at the two main themes that Drum Spirit Magic will be exploring over the coming weeks.

Why Do You Drum?

Setting your intention before you sit down to play can have a big impact on the benefits you will get from your drumming. This episodes closes with a 5 beat trance rhythm from Morocco that you can use for calming and relaxation.