Drum Circles

 
Community Drum Circle at Green Heiress Holistic Health

Community Drum Circle at Green Heiress Holistic Health

 

Drum Circles with Music for Life of Pittsburgh

Join us for facilitated community drum circles at Green Heiress Holistic Health, Rooted in Sound, and 10.27 Healing Partnership, as well as throughout the Pittsburgh community!

The Power of Rhythm

Humans are naturally rhythmic beings. From the steady beat of our hearts to the cycles of the seasons, rhythm is woven into every part of life. Across cultures and throughout history, the drum has been used in healing, ritual, celebration, communication, and transformation. Today, drum circles continue this tradition, finding new life in:

  • Hospitals

  • Schools

  • Corporations

  • Memorial services

  • Community centers

  • And anywhere people gather to connect

Why Drum in a Circle?

Group drumming creates a safe, welcoming space where people can share rhythm and connection. The benefits are profound:

✅ Self-expression and stress reduction
✅ Community building and family bonding
✅ Improved mood and reduced burnout
✅ Enhanced immune response
✅ Exercise for body, mind, and spirit
✅ Joy, creativity, and FUN!

Types of Drum Circles

We offer a variety of drum circles to suit your needs:

🔹Facilitated Circles – Guided by a trained drum circle leaders for a rewarding experience
🔹 Meditative & Intentional – Circles for relaxation or personal growth.
🔹 Community & Freeform – Simply gather to make music and connect.
Drum circles are ideal for various settings including therapeutic and professional settings.

Drumming for Health & Healing

Drumming supports:

  • Emotional release and stress relief

  • Verbal and non-verbal communication

  • Relaxation and rehabilitation

  • Self-esteem and social connection

  • Group focus, energy, and creativity

Conscious Drumming (developed by James Borling and Robert Miller) offers a structured, supportive approach to addressing deeper issues. This model honors each participant’s truth in a safe, community setting.

Conscious Drumming it is ideal for:

  • Memorials

  • Celebrations

  • Workshops

  • Therapeutic settings

Our Experience

Locally, Robert and Stephanie Miller have facilitated drum circles for:

  • UPMC Health Plan

  • Oncology Nursing Society

  • Allegheny County DHS Office of MR/DD

  • Jewish Association on Aging

  • Duquesne and Slippery Rock Universities

  • Community Life of Tarentum

  • Manor Care

  • 10/27 Healing Partnership

  • Friendship Circle

  • The Awakening Center

  • Several local libraries

  • And many more!

Robert and Stephanie are also available to present workshops on the benefits and applications of group drumming for organizations and events.

Book a Drum Circle for Your Group of Event

📧 To learn more or schedule a drum circle tailored to your group, email:
📩 Bob: bob@musicforlifepgh.com
📩 Stephanie: stephanie@musicforlifepgh.com

Special thanks to photographer Nicky Dunlap for capturing many of the images below at Awaken! 2019, created by Kim Chestney of Mystic Studios. To contact Nicky, visit bellamusa.wordpress.com/contact.