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~The first time I picked up a drum I felt a connection between myself and the forces that unites each of us to the rhythms of the universe- I had tapped into the heartbeat of the Great Mother. In that single, exquisite moment, I knew I had discovered my artistic passion- and from then on I have been inspired and possessed by the irresistible spirit and energy of the drum.
~Since then, I have dedicated myself to encouraging other women to express themselves through drumming. For the last five years I have been interviewed on radio programs, performed at numerous festivals, drum circles and cultural events, as well as frequently taught at workshops and university classes. My classes and workshops are always fun and dynamic and I make it my highest priority to be sensitive to each student’s needs.
~I am also one of the founding members of the drum and belly dance troupe, Akasha. The troupe characterizes my commitment to the revival and preservation of the woman drummer-to my overwhelming desire to share with other women the confidence and freedom that drumming has given me.
~A great drummer once said, “The power of intent transports your drumming experience out of the mundane and into a sacred experience. Intention is your consciousness directing through the beat toward a valuable outcome, like a sound arrow towards a target.”
~For many, drumming is spiritually and emotionally therapeutic and can be the catalyst for personal and communal transformation. For me, drumming is a healing tool that connects me to nature and all things sacred, and it is my honor and privilege to share this blessed experience.