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Drumming The Chakras: Drum Circle and Workshop

Join SOUND on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 7:00pm for an evening with Gloria Amendola and Mark Zarrillo around the drum circle.

By the power of drumming together in circle, we will raise the energy in the seven major chakras. The sound of the drums will vibrate the essence of each center, from root to crown.

Before we begin drumming, each chakra and its meaning will be explained. Chakra readings are optional and will be offered so each participant can get a better sense of where energy is flowing and where it may be stuck.

Once the drumming begins, the center of the circle is avaialble to anyone who wants to use that space in order to open their chakras more fully. Move in and out, according to what feels right, or simply sit and let the rhythm wash over you.

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This is a fully interactive two-hour workshop that uses drumming to massage and attune the chakra system with the intention of moving into deeper flow with renewed vitality and awareness.

Singing bowls, crystals, and other instruments of sound are welcome.

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Cost: $25/advance, $35/door

For more information or to register, please visit www.soundcenterarts.com.

Gloria Amendola is an author, intuitive, and shamanic drummer who travels internationally and speaks to audiences about the Holy Grail Mysteries and their connection to the secret destiny of America. You can read more about her at www.gloria-amendola.com.

Mark Zarrillo helps others express their rhythmic spirit. He holds an M.A. in Humanities from SUNY at Buffalo, traveled to Guinea for a three-week drumming and culture intensive, and is a trained HealthRHYTHMS®facilitator. Mark draws upon his rich knowledge of West African music and culture, as well as more than 35 years of drumming wisdom. www.drummingspirit.com

The SOUND Center for Music, Creative Arts & Mindfulness is located at 31 Hawleyville Road in Newtown, CT.

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