The Healing Drum Kit [Misc. Supplies]

Christine Stevens (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2005

With a venerable history as a healing art, it's no surprise that scientists are now finding measurable positive immune system changes following one-hour drumming sessions. With The Healing Drum, internationally acclaimed music therapist Christine Stevens shows you how to use the art of drumming to ignite your creativity, release tension and anxiety, exercise the body, and communicate with a power beyond words. The Healing Drum includes: - A quality 10" REMO frame drum that can be played by hand or with included mallet - 30 Rhythm Cards featuring World Rhythms from Africa to Japan; Life Rhythms for whole-body healing; and Spirit Rhythms that liberate creative energy - 2 CDs of music for solo play or "drum circle james" - Spiral-bound study guide with scientific evidence on drumming for wellness, drum blessings from various traditions, playing tips, resources for starting a drum circle, and more Whether relaxing to the gentle lub-dub of a heartbeat, exploring sacred rhythms from around the globe, or simply drumming away stress, people of all ages will experience and enjoy the full spectrum of this ancient art, with The Healing Drum. Synopsis A complete-learn-at-home system for drumming the rhythms of the body and the music of the world for personal wellness and self-expression. Includes quality Remo drum. 2 CDs, 30 Rhythm Cards, and guidebook.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Christine Stevens, M.S.W., M.A., M.T.-B.C. Board-certified music therapist and masters level social worker Christine Stevens leads seminars and presents motivational keynotes for corporations and conferences. With over 15 years of experience, she is an acclaimed author, speaker, and pioneer in the drumming and wellness movement. As Chief Consultant for Music Therapy and Wellness Programs at Remo Drum Company and through her own company UpBeat Drum Circles, Christine has led drumming seminars internationally in places including Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan, England, and the U.S.A.

Product Details

• Misc. Supplies: 78 pages
• Publisher: Sounds True, Incorporated (July 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591792789
• ISBN-13: 978-1591792789
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 10.4 x 2.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #106,739 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #96 in Books > Medical Books > Allied Health Professions > Occupational Therapy

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

64 of 64 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent guide to beginning drumming, March 8, 2006

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Renee Aubuchon "reneesarah" (San Francisco) - See all my reviews
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This kit works on several levels. At one level, it is an introduction to drumming as a healing practice, and how to use drumming to sustain and enhance one's health. At another level, it is an excellent introduction to drumming practice- offering progressive steps and assistance. I particularly like that the author speaks the drum beat pattern out loud on the CD and then plays it. I also like that there are cards showing you visually what the drum beat patterns are. I really believe the author has paid attention to multiple learning modalities (hearing or sight dominant, etc.).

At another level it is an introduction to world drumming. There are two CDs that come with this kit. The first CD is somewhat meditative. The second one will challenge you to play with world beat sound tracks. Awesome.

Additionally, the drum is small and compact enough to take with you on trips and perhaps even to a drum circle. My djembe is big, heavy and awkward to navigate with. My doumbek has a ceramic base and I am always afraid I am going to break it if I chance leaving the house with it. But this little drum I would, and probably will, take anywhere. Consider it the iPod of drums.

While the drum cannot be tuned, it is basic and functional. While the CD does not include video segments, what do you want for $31.00 ?

For the price this is an awesome kit to learn with and to play with. I am enjoying it so much. I bet you would too.

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome kit!, December 14, 2005

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D. Ng "dennisdpt" (O'Fallon, IL) - See all my reviews
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I just got this kit last night and I was very excited to get started on drumming. The drum beat helped me to increase my focus when I'm chanting and it allowed me to enter a state of relaxation more quickly. I highly recommend this kit to everyone!

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome drumming, September 26, 2005

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C. Jacobs "drumin'healthnut" (Long Beach, CA) - See all my reviews
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This drum kit created by Christine Stevens is absolutely wonderful, both for the experienced hand drummer and for the beginner. Christine's approach to teaching health and rhythm is accessible, encouraging and fun. You can't go wrong with this kit and is a must have for any health seeker.