|  Drumming, Rhythm Voice, and Mind-Body Synchronization
Glen Velez and Lori Cotler
The legacy of the frame drum extends to ancient times as an instrument used widely for ritual and healing. In this workshop, you will experience the pulsing of the drum with the rhythm of your own voice in a percussive language inspired by konnakol, or South Indian rhythm singing. As a group, we will call for guidance and support from ancient drummers and use our honest endeavors to create a resonant body-voice-drum sound temple.
This workshop will explore simple movement, rhythmic breathing, and the tones of the frame drum to help strengthen the connections between the body, the voice, and the drum, as well as to experience the joy of being alive. You will use active listening, synchronized pulsing, overtone singing, and call and response to generate a sense of unity of purpose within yourself and the group as a whole as we explore the language of rhythm. People of all frame drum experience levels are welcome.
Also: Shaman Drums: A Concert Featuring Glen Velez with Lori Cotler on October 13. Details
| Glen Velez, a three-time Grammy Award winner, has played a seminal role over the last 25 years in introducing American and European audiences to the frame drum. He has taught extensively in university and workshop settings, investigating the healing properties of drumming and sound. Glen teaches in the percussion department at the Mannes College of Music in New York City. His most recent recording is Rhythms of Awakening on the Sounds True label.
Lori Cotler, MA, is a certified music therapist, recording artist, and performing vocalist. Her expertise in the unusual art form of konnakol generates highly appreciative responses from audiences and musicians around the world. Her teaching incorporates a unique blend of sound, pulse, and breath healing. Lori holds a degree from Berklee College of Music and teaches music therapy at the New School University in New York City. |
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