DRUM CIRCLE
Life in Rhythm
Life in rhythm is joy, connection and radiant health!
Rhythm, sound, and vibration are used as a powerful form of meditation that helps focus the mind and heal the heart.
A rhythmic space is created in a drum circle that brings individuals together on a collective journey to a higher level of energy and helps in the art of community building. The drum circle creates a sense of union and belonging while establishing a peaceful state of relaxed awareness and contentment.
Drumming connects us to the roots of the oldest spiritual practice. It's a tool of remembrance. The first sound we hear is the beat of our mothers' heartbeat in the womb. The frame drum is the tool of the ancient priestesses because it is powerful both through rhythm and symbol. The rhythms can adjust the nervous system and brain waves, and activate the immune system creating a balanced state of mental, spiritual and physical well- being.
The frame drum supports meditation and also has many other benefits such as stress reduction. Studies show there are many health benefits to drumming. Frame drumming is truly therapeutic! You can find more details HERE about the benefits of drumming.
Our rhythms are unique as are many of our songs. We sing sacred songs and mantra with the drum. Our songs full of power that elevate and transform.
The drum gives energy to mantra and cohesive resonance to sacred song.The drum helps balance the brain hemispheres while activating the inner pharmacy of well being. Drumming elevates and supports our meditation.
It is the rhythm which creates the vibration. It is the vibration which moves the universe. If you positively move the vibration, you can transform your world!
A Rhythm Community
Meditative Drumming satisfies our cultural need to reestablish rhythmic links with nature and one another.
Drumming satisfies our cultural need to reestablish rhythmic links with nature and one another.
Drum circles are much more than music. Drum circles offer the opportunity to reconnect with the heart, to be playful, to practice support and appreciating each others song.
The Drum Circle offers the gift of feeling and communion within a ritual space of depth, texture, and meaning, where we find unity through our diversity and harmony in community.
The frame drum is an instrument and it is also a symbol. It symbolizes wholeness, the moon, the sun and spirit. The circle reminds us of nature's cycles and the seasons. The frame drum also represents the cosmic womb from which all things are born. The circle has no beginning nor end.
To be a member of the Drum Circle,
you must first complete the Meditative Drumming Course.
The Hive
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We join together with hearts and rhythm as one and for a moment time stands still in the eternal now. We find refuge, peace and support in the circle.
Together in person or online...
In the quantum reality there is no distance. We are connected by a deeper rhythm and resonance that knows no boundaries.
Our Herstory
MAKING HISTORY TOGETHER
Our Drum Community was born in 2019 in Arcozelo, VN Gaia, Portugal. At that time all classes were live and there were no recordings. We began with 10 mantra rhythms, pranayam rhythm and middle east rhythms. New mantra rhythms emerged with Katrina's albums, Somnium and Nectar in 2021-2022. Our drum repertoire has since grown to 28 rhythms and continues to evolve and expand in amazing and unexpected ways.
In 2025 we dared to hold space for a sacred pause. This gave birth to a new vision - we began performing in weddings and concerts. Meditative drumming ventured outside the walls of the studio hive, and into the world. This was also a time when many new rhythms were born.
Many founding members of the circle continued commited to our community and gave the impulse for us to continue growing and glowing in rhythm in new ways. The drummers played in our rituals and Unisom meditation classes.
In 2026 the drum circle is reborn.
Our history is part of a long lineage of drummers going back to earliest records of written history! Watch the documentary HERE!
LIVING THE POWER OF COMMUNITY
The drum circle is, was and will always be the sacred pause that feels like home.
Community is vital to our mental and emotional well-being.
The heart of the circle is the hive and community begins within the heart of each member. The world needs meditative drummers committed to anchoring peace through our songs!
Our Rhythms
Our practices bring us into deep remembrance of who we are and what is most important in life.The drum and the hive give enrich our life with deeper meaning.
How to join us
Drum Circle Gatherings will take place approximately once a month Saturdays 10:30 -12:30.
Be sure to check the newsletter or our WA group to get upcoming dates!
During holidays or ritual months we may not gather.
Regular circle members are invited to play in concerts and events (minimum 4 circles required per year). New members can perform with us after attending 4 circles. Founding members are invited to help organize and participate in concerts and events and take on a leadership role in our community.
If you're not yet a drummer...
If it is in your joy, we would love to be part of our community! It's easy and fun to learn to drum and you can learn online in a pre-recorded course at any time or sign up for the waitlist to attend in person. (Sign up HERE!)
It is required that you successfully complete the Meditative Drum Course prior to entry into the drum circle.After completing the Meditative Drum Course, please contact me to receive your official invite into the drum circle.
Welcome to the Hive!
MEDITATIVE DRUMMING
Our memories with the drum live deep in our hearts... The rhythm is timeless, our connection eternal.
The hive welcomes you hOMe!
The hive is your hOMe... Welcome to all who have completed the Meditative Drumming course!
It's an honor to welcome you to the beehive. Maybe you drum regularly, maybe not. Possibly you haven't drummed in years. Now is your opportunity to (re)connect with the rhythm of life and be part of a welcoming community.
And if you haven't yet completed the Meditative Drumming course, what are you waiting for? ;) Join us HERE!
Your guide
Hello and Satnam!
I'm Katrina, your loyal guide in the hive. 🐝
This drum circle is an invitation from my heart to yours.
Music was close to my heart throughout my life since early childhood, beginning with the piano and clarinet. The world of yoga later took me on an exciting journey to discover Indian music. I later received certification in Biosonic Sound Healing.
It was in 2017 that I discovered the frame drum.
I thought I didn't have time...thank goodness inspiration and sacred synchronicity presided over practical reasoning! I simply couldn't say no...
So, I launched 3 albums with drums for meditation.
I believe everyone can find clarity and inner balance with the right tools and supportive community. (Listen to my story HERE)
The drum circle has a special place in my heart. May our rhythms inspire, uplift and bring us into sacred remembrance. I thank you for being here - this circle is precious to me and so are each one of you.
Love,
Katrina
xoxo
MEDITATIVE DRUMMING
MEDITATIVE DRUMMING
