The Friday Drum Circle
A participatory community drum circle with steady hand-drum grooves and improvised rhythms in an open-air downtown park setting. Bring your own drum or just listen, with an easygoing all-levels, drop-in vibe.
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An open community drum circle fills downtown Pritchard Park every Friday evening with steady hand drums, layered rhythms, and spontaneous call-and-response. Come to play or listen in a casual, all skill levels outdoor gathering.
An open community drum circle fills downtown Pritchard Park every Friday evening with steady hand drums, layered rhythms, and spontaneous call-and-response. Come to play or listen in a casual, all skill levels outdoor gathering.
An open community drum circle fills downtown Pritchard Park every Friday evening with steady hand drums, layered rhythms, and spontaneous call-and-response. Come to play or listen in a casual, all skill levels outdoor gathering.
Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.
Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.
Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.
Rhythmic hand drumming workshop emphasizing groove, call and response, and ensemble timing in a welcoming community circle, ideal for beginners and experienced players seeking hands-on percussion practice and collaborative rhythm play.
Rhythmic hand drumming workshop emphasizing groove, call and response, and ensemble timing in a welcoming community circle, ideal for beginners and experienced players seeking hands-on percussion practice and collaborative rhythm play.
Rhythmic hand drumming workshop emphasizing groove, call and response, and ensemble timing in a welcoming community circle, ideal for beginners and experienced players seeking hands-on percussion practice and collaborative rhythm play.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Group devotional kirtan and communal song circle centered on call-and-response Sanskrit chants with harmonium and hand percussion; welcoming singers of all levels for meditative, heart-centered practice and community connection.
Group devotional kirtan and communal song circle centered on call-and-response Sanskrit chants with harmonium and hand percussion; welcoming singers of all levels for meditative, heart-centered practice and community connection.
Group devotional kirtan and communal song circle centered on call-and-response Sanskrit chants with harmonium and hand percussion; welcoming singers of all levels for meditative, heart-centered practice and community connection.
Hands-on frame drumming immersion that teaches fundamental strokes, ensemble rhythms, and somatic practices for beginners, tapping the sacred pulse to cultivate healing arts community in a women focused circle.
Hands-on frame drumming immersion that teaches fundamental strokes, ensemble rhythms, and somatic practices for beginners, tapping the sacred pulse to cultivate healing arts community in a women focused circle.
Hands-on frame drumming immersion that teaches fundamental strokes, ensemble rhythms, and somatic practices for beginners, tapping the sacred pulse to cultivate healing arts community in a women focused circle.
Celtic pub session vibes fill a cozy downtown taproom with traditional Irish reels and jigs led by rotating regional musicians. Expect an informal, community-style night where listening and casual participation are both welcome.
Celtic pub session vibes fill a cozy downtown taproom with traditional Irish reels and jigs led by rotating regional musicians. Expect an informal, community-style night where listening and casual participation are both welcome.
Celtic pub session vibes fill a cozy downtown taproom with traditional Irish reels and jigs led by rotating regional musicians. Expect an informal, community-style night where listening and casual participation are both welcome.
A weekly acoustic circle where players trade old time fiddle tunes and traditional mountain songs in a relaxed, communal jam format. Expect rotating sets of familiar standards and mountain melodies with room for listeners and pickers alike.
A weekly acoustic circle where players trade old time fiddle tunes and traditional mountain songs in a relaxed, communal jam format. Expect rotating sets of familiar standards and mountain melodies with room for listeners and pickers alike.
A weekly acoustic circle where players trade old time fiddle tunes and traditional mountain songs in a relaxed, communal jam format. Expect rotating sets of familiar standards and mountain melodies with room for listeners and pickers alike.
Polyrhythmic West African drum ensemble performance with layered hand percussion and call-and-response energy. Catch the late-night show in an open-air pavilion for a vibrant cultural music experience and community gathering.
Polyrhythmic West African drum ensemble performance with layered hand percussion and call-and-response energy. Catch the late-night show in an open-air pavilion for a vibrant cultural music experience and community gathering.
Polyrhythmic West African drum ensemble performance with layered hand percussion and call-and-response energy. Catch the late-night show in an open-air pavilion for a vibrant cultural music experience and community gathering.
Sunlit outdoor summer curiosity market of artisan vendors selling handmade goods, vintage oddities, and local crafts, creating a family friendly community shopping and discovery experience.
Sunlit outdoor summer curiosity market of artisan vendors selling handmade goods, vintage oddities, and local crafts, creating a family friendly community shopping and discovery experience.
Sunlit outdoor summer curiosity market of artisan vendors selling handmade goods, vintage oddities, and local crafts, creating a family friendly community shopping and discovery experience.
A weekly bluegrass jam where musicians trade breaks on fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bass in a casual, participatory circle. Free and open to all skill levels for listening, playing along, and community hangout.
A weekly bluegrass jam where musicians trade breaks on fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bass in a casual, participatory circle. Free and open to all skill levels for listening, playing along, and community hangout.
A weekly bluegrass jam where musicians trade breaks on fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bass in a casual, participatory circle. Free and open to all skill levels for listening, playing along, and community hangout.
Appalachian old time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub for an informal jam session. Expect fiddles and banjos in a communal, listen or play along atmosphere.
Appalachian old time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub for an informal jam session. Expect fiddles and banjos in a communal, listen or play along atmosphere.
Appalachian old time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub for an informal jam session. Expect fiddles and banjos in a communal, listen or play along atmosphere.
Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.
Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.
Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.
House band kicks off early with an electric set, then opens the stage for sit-in musicians to trade solos and build spontaneous group grooves. Expect an informal, community jam vibe with rotating players and improvisation.
House band kicks off early with an electric set, then opens the stage for sit-in musicians to trade solos and build spontaneous group grooves. Expect an informal, community jam vibe with rotating players and improvisation.
House band kicks off early with an electric set, then opens the stage for sit-in musicians to trade solos and build spontaneous group grooves. Expect an informal, community jam vibe with rotating players and improvisation.
Acoustic old time mountain and folk jam session fills a cozy pub with fiddles, banjos, and front porch rhythms. Drop in to play along or listen in for a laid back late night community hang.
Acoustic old time mountain and folk jam session fills a cozy pub with fiddles, banjos, and front porch rhythms. Drop in to play along or listen in for a laid back late night community hang.
Acoustic old time mountain and folk jam session fills a cozy pub with fiddles, banjos, and front porch rhythms. Drop in to play along or listen in for a laid back late night community hang.
A gentle guided meditation paired with a soothing sound bath to support self care, inner peace, and quiet presence. Free monthly community gathering with no experience required, welcoming newcomers and regular practitioners alike.
A gentle guided meditation paired with a soothing sound bath to support self care, inner peace, and quiet presence. Free monthly community gathering with no experience required, welcoming newcomers and regular practitioners alike.
A gentle guided meditation paired with a soothing sound bath to support self care, inner peace, and quiet presence. Free monthly community gathering with no experience required, welcoming newcomers and regular practitioners alike.
An outdoor summer shindig with old-time and bluegrass tunes that invite flatfooting and partner dancing on the lawn. A lively community gathering in a downtown park with an easygoing, family-friendly festival vibe.
An outdoor summer shindig with old-time and bluegrass tunes that invite flatfooting and partner dancing on the lawn. A lively community gathering in a downtown park with an easygoing, family-friendly festival vibe.
An outdoor summer shindig with old-time and bluegrass tunes that invite flatfooting and partner dancing on the lawn. A lively community gathering in a downtown park with an easygoing, family-friendly festival vibe.
Hands-on frame drum instruction with pulse-based exercises that build coordination, body awareness, and confident rhythm-making. Designed for beginners and returning players seeking a supportive women-centered practice space.
Hands-on frame drum instruction with pulse-based exercises that build coordination, body awareness, and confident rhythm-making. Designed for beginners and returning players seeking a supportive women-centered practice space.
Hands-on frame drum instruction with pulse-based exercises that build coordination, body awareness, and confident rhythm-making. Designed for beginners and returning players seeking a supportive women-centered practice space.
Warm, playful expressive arts sessions blending movement, dance, vocal play, and improvisational acting into a heart opening spiritual practice. All levels experiment, sing, move, and connect in a judgment free community circle.
Warm, playful expressive arts sessions blending movement, dance, vocal play, and improvisational acting into a heart opening spiritual practice. All levels experiment, sing, move, and connect in a judgment free community circle.
Warm, playful expressive arts sessions blending movement, dance, vocal play, and improvisational acting into a heart opening spiritual practice. All levels experiment, sing, move, and connect in a judgment free community circle.
A participatory circle jam of traditional Appalachian old time tunes—fiddle, banjo, and guitar—where musicians can jump in or listeners can soak up the folk melodies. Late night gathering in a casual taproom atmosphere.
A participatory circle jam of traditional Appalachian old time tunes—fiddle, banjo, and guitar—where musicians can jump in or listeners can soak up the folk melodies. Late night gathering in a casual taproom atmosphere.
A participatory circle jam of traditional Appalachian old time tunes—fiddle, banjo, and guitar—where musicians can jump in or listeners can soak up the folk melodies. Late night gathering in a casual taproom atmosphere.