Drumming

Why Drumming Works for Resistive Clients

What we know from the research is that rhythm primes the motor system. Think about all the different domains of applications of drumming in your work. Remember that even the person who refuses to play? Look down! Maybe their toe is…

Kids & Drumming: How to create an even playing field

One of the big challenges that we can overcome in group work is creating equal opportunities for ALL participants. How can we build a community with this in mind? Sometimes with kids it’s a bit more challenging, especially if you…

What if my clients can’t pick up the rhythm?

We’ve all had sessions when a client cannot “pick up the rhythm.” We asked expert Christine Stevens what she does in that situation. Click play to hear her very surprising answer! Christine also shared this: It is sometimes hard for…

Drumming with Alzheimer’s and Dementia

What’s really useful when you are drumming with individuals with dementia is the GOAL. Be aware of the goal. Maybe the goal is social interaction. Or perhaps the goal is to stimulate motor movement. Then again, you may be working…

Learn Basic Bell Technique From Christine Stevens

Christine Stevens, MSW, MT-BC shows basic bell technique for clinicians who facilitate drum circles. In this video, you’ll learn why you should use tape on your bells. You’ll learn the appropriate area to strike bells. And you’ll understand the special…

Christine Stevens chant

Learn this chant by Christine Stevens, MSW, MT-BC

People of the drum is a chant that Christine Stevens, MSW, MT-BC, wrote several years ago. It is incredibly versatile. And you can use it with virtually any population! Whether you’re working with kids, seniors, and anything in between, this…

Why Drumming Improvisation Is Therapeutic

How is improvisation therapeutic? Christine Stevens, MSW, MT-BC, walks you through why drumming isn’t about the snare, cymbal, counting, or subdivisions. Actually, it’s about intuitive improvisational drumming. When we improvise there is an activation/deactivation response in the brain. According to…