Paralounge Drum Gathering
May 7-9, 2010
The 16th. Paralounge Drum Gathering at the Cerveny Conference Center in Live Oak Florida. It's going to be an adventure in drum and dance! There is a full schedule of amazing things to do with the entire family. We encourage you to scroll over all the images and explore all the links.
Be a part of the first "Rhythm Round Up"!
Get your ensemble ready to take on the challenge. We are encouraging you to get your friends and organize a percussion ensemble. It's a great way to stretch your skills and dig into your talent. Check out the "Rhythm Round Up" page and sign up!
"Ritmo-Blu" performing at Paralounge!
Ritmo Blu is a high energy world percussion trio that offers entertaining, educational and multi-cultural performances. With up to 100 instruments on stage, gathered from all over the world, this dynamic and accomplished trio presents international music which fosters community, diversity and teamwork.
Dave Holland "Beatin Path"
Dave is founder and primary performer and facilitator of all Beatin' Path programs and drum circles. Dave spreads the message of community, teamwork, diversity, and environmental awareness through rhythm based events. Dave leads regular drum circles at regional area schools, public housing communities, health fairs and festivals.
Dave has traveled to Cuba, Africa, and Brazil to pursue his continuing education of the world's cultures and drumming traditions. Dave has been a guest facilitator at the Percussive Arts Society's International Conference, the Georgia PAS Day of Percussion, is a graduate of the Village Music Circles Community Drum Facilitation Training, a Young Andiences, Woodruff Arts Center roster artist and a member of the Drum Circle Facilitator's Guild.
Jana Broder & Drum Magic
World reknowned Drum Circle Facilitator, Jana Broder, provides everything you need to have an awesome drum circle experience. Her skills as a Drum Circle Facilitator provide anyone of any age or skill level with a full self empowering experience. Jana Broder provides over 100 Drums for those who may need drums during the event. Her drums provide happiness to thousands of children and adults, please treat them with respect and handle with care.
Special Guest " Arthur Hull "
A talented rhythmatist and performer with 30 years pioneering the field of rhythmical empowerment, Arthur is recognized as the father of the modern day community drum circle movement. He isa community and corporate trainer, a motivational speaker, experiential keynote presenter and an internationally acclaimed master at facilitating groups of people through a common experience using music and rhythm.
Arthur will be finishing up his Rhythmical Alchemy Playshop prior to the Paralounge Drum Gathering. It is our pleasure and advantage to have such a great mentor among our community. We are very happy to have him stick around for the Drum Gathering.
Jeremy Lembo
Jeremy Lembo is one of the most talented Didgeridoo players in the region. His endeavers include Didg Revolution and Dragon Fly Rhythms. These entities perform and instruct Australian Didgeridoo techniques and educational activities. His most current project makes him capable of persuing his musical talents. Jeremy is now a member of World Collision, a world music performance group that has incredible talent and amazing musical expression.