My teaching allows you to learn a variety of powerful techniques that will support you throughout life.
You will learn fundamentals and build confidence – groove, techniques, etiquette, listening and dynamics and cross-communication. African rhythms are the spiritual center of the village. Everyone gathers together to create and express their love for music and free themselves from stress. A village of community drummers maintains the psyche of the whole person, culture and lifestyle – a great way to meet people, join hands and break bread together with soulful rhythms!
African drumming is beyond words but can be experienced. It’s a spiritual practice, insightful and primordial, intoxicating, and health-inducing. African rhythms are originated from our ancestors and have many purposes, methods and applications to all aspects of human existence. It can make you ecstatic, drumming and dancing like never before. Many drummers play different parts to complete the whole sound of complex rhythms. The universality of the African drum unites people from diverse cultures, communities and nations. African drumming gives the power to cope with the tumult of daily life.
The experience of drum and rhythms demonstrates the power of building a successful team! Each team/tribe member receives or brings his or her drum or percussion instrument and embarks on a rhythmic, transformative self-discovery of the unlimited potential of the group.
However, the team tribe can certainly experience a renewed and ecstatic experience of Great Teamwork and building unity.
- To integrate the ancient teaching wisdom of the drum into modern society
- Introduce the powerful authentic African language rhythms, patterns and techniques
- Playing in unison
- Listening and internalize the sound
- Stepping out of the box
- Working in harmony and having loads of fun
- Becoming creative and innovative
- Supportive environment and cooperation
- Establish mission statement and goal for team
Team-Building Drumming
Team spirit drumming
Come to my world of Village rhythms…
Your team is about to experience a state of euphoria, highly motivated, empowered and relaxed amongst friends, colleagues and co – workers.
We use the ancient technology of the African drum and dance rhythms to create dynamic and unified team community. Team success depends on the subtlety and power of drumming and movements and their impact: spiritual, spontaneous and personalized. We encourage creativity and self-expression with a structured, centered and focused process. Each has his or her own role but must cooperate with the others to make the sound powerful.
A successful team has:
- A solid centered and focus orientation
- Together and supportive
- Confident, trust and listening
- Clear unfinished business
- Effective leadership
- Ability to resolve conference
- Self – empowerment and motivation
- Ability to manage change
- Accountability and responsibility
- Balance creativity and harmony
- Shared visions and directions
Benefits
- Empowers each participant
- Strengthens team-spirit where intuition and logic meet
- Develop the spirit of camaraderie among co-workers
- Reduces absenteeism and health effects of work-related stress and anxiety.
Drumming levels
Beginners and General
- Learn basic teachings and technique
- Learn to drum in a group
- Cultural and historical context
- Having fun
Intermediate and Advanced
- Understand polyrhythmic structures
- Create simple, complex phrases and solos while playing to rhythmic patterns
- Playing at different tempos
- Perfecting Bass, Open, and Slap
- Performance group and special gigs.
What to expect from drumming
You are welcomed into the family of village rhythms. We offer workshops for all ages and all levels from beginners and intermediate. Our drumming workshops allow you to feel with your heart through a variety of most powerful techniques that support your level of learning.
We maintain a healthy psyche nurtured by the ancestors’ wisdom.
Entertainment
Drumming Entertainment
Imagine an African village where one thousand or more people gather to celebrate life. Now, imagine your families and friends drumming together to create a joyful event!
Together, we can spark the stars and change our destiny.
Corporate Drumming customized to client needs
- Exhibitions
- Public events
- Award ceremonies
- Functions
- Road shows
- Team build events
- Training programs
- Parties
- Special events, functions and summits
- Conferences
- Incentives
- Seminars
- Product launches
- Festivals
Community Drumming
- Festivals
- Birthdays
- Christmas parties
- New Year’s Eve Celebrations
- University Events
- Special Groups
- School/ Assemblies/ Events
- Weddings
Community Drumming Group / Drum Circles
Village Rhythms can offer an evening monthly drumming and dance group in your community. The hypnotic pulse of drumming moves dancers and drummers into celebration of life and provides space for joy and self-expression. The focus is on "heart and soul drumming" as an avenue for individual spiritual deepening, healing and collective community building.
Onye Onyemaechi, world renowned drum circle leader is a true master facilitator who understands the human interactions and dynamics in a group environment . While receiving his advanced education in the United States, he began synthesizing the best characteristics of the African and American cultures both musically and spiritually to create the experience of a once-in-a-lifetime community drumming group. For the community drumming group, you need a conga, African drum, or hand-held Indian drum to participate.
Other drumming-related services offered by Onye include:
Drumming and centering intention in the workplace to effect personal growth, team building and stress release.
Drumming gatherings and events tailored to meet your group, community or organizational needs.
Group classes and private lessons.
Personalized ceremonies and celebrations for life milestones: birthing, coming of age, weddings, and memorials.
The Rhythm Masters Ensemble plus Onye & Village Rhythms
Contact Onye for bookings and information at 707- 528-4458
