2.24.23 // Drumming in The Myst w/ Daniel Barber // 5:30-8:00p

Drumming in the Myst is NOT your typical drum circle. In this unique soundshop, Daniel Barber will guide us through an exploration of drumming and sound-making rooted in improvisation, rhythm, and technique.  You'll taste a lively gumbo of science and mysticism, music and meditation, drumming and humming.

Intelligent + talented people often struggle with themselves and others without ever knowing why. Through connecting with the freedom and creativity of music, we can build confidence + authenticity. The magic of music can help you tune to your natural self, and bridge a path where all of yourself is welcomed, heard, and appreciated. Don't miss the opportunity to explore new possibilities for navigating the world and your own potential!

Students are encouraged to bring their own instruments, but some hand drums will be available. You're welcome to bring anything that makes noise- drums, fiddles, didgeridoo, or whatever vibrates with your soul!  

About Daniel:

Daniel has been a social worker, social scientist, video producer, political activist, musician, and ritual leader.  He led the Jubilee! World Beat Band in Asheville from 2001-2021, playing a wide variety of music for the Sunday celebrations.  For 10+ years, he led a wedding/dance band, performed with Asheville Playback Theatre (improv actor & musician), and played in several African, Brazilian, and Afro-Cuban percussion groups in Asheville.

Since 2014, he has been guiding people who feel stuck and out of tune with an innovative modality he created called SoundYourSelf.  SYS integrates mindful awareness practices with a unique piano improv technique that helps them to release old unhelpful patterns and to access and express their natural gifts. Daniel is grateful to get to teach this SoundYourSelf practice that can open a fun and rewarding pathway to embody your deeper purpose and fully inhabit your true place.

***SLIDING SCALE***

In order to have equitable access, we offer all of our classes at a sliding scale as a way to make our classes more affordable to more people. The sliding scale is a simple tiered pricing system that allows people to choose the price they are able to pay, within a specified range. Pay what you can, no one is turned away for lack of funds.

***CANCELLATION POLICY***

Cancellation by Villagers:

If a class needs to be cancelled because (1) it does not meet the minimum number of registrations or (2) due to inclement weather, you will be notified by email 24 hrs in advance.  Please check your email 24 hrs prior to class.  For cancellations by Villagers, you will receive a full refund.

Cancellation by Student:

If you cancel within 48 hrs of the class, you will receive a refund in the form of store credit.  Cancellations with less that 48 hrs notice are not eligible for a refund.

If you do not show up and do not give notice, your registration fee will be treated as a donation to the teacher and the shop.