Community Drumming – Groups & Public Circles

“A massive thank you for the workshop, you were brilliant with the young people.” Lisa Billington, RNIB

“A big thank you for your fantastic class yesterday at ‘Into the Wild’ – Can’t wait to get my drum!”  Heather Thomas

“Thanks again for a brilliant evening! Feedback has been fabulous.”  Scout Association

“Oh my days, that was fantastic. I’ve got things I need and want to practice.  I’m having a blast – Rock on next week.” Kay Smith

Find out about Sarah’s Drum Circles in Birmingham

Drumming for Connection, Wellbeing & Fun

Group Drumming is an uplifting, fully interactive experience that leaves people feeling energised and connected. Our community sessions are highly accessible, great fun and proven to support both physical and mental wellbeing – the perfect feel-good remedy for all ages.

Popular Community Sessions

🧡  Wellbeing Retreats

🧡  Health & Social Care Groups

🧡  Women’s Circles

🧡  Brownies/ Guides/ Cubs & Scouts

🧡  Family Celebrations

Groups & Organisations We Support

Primal Sound has worked with a wide range of organisations and community groups – from national charities to local wellbeing initiatives, including:


NHS, RNIB, MIND, Sense, Stroke Association, MS Society, Age Concern, Barnardos, Girlguiding UK, Scouts UK – as well as women’s groups, wellbeing initiatives and holistic retreats.

Circle of African drums ready for a Primal Sound community drumming session

Clients include …

NHS logo – Primal Sound Client
Mind logo – Primal Sound Client
Barnardos logo - Primal Sound client
Girlguiding logo - Primal Sound client
RNIB logo - Primal Sound client

Content & Options

Book a session for your group

West African drums are beautiful instruments that sound fantastic! 

Starting with exciting drumrolls and call & response games, participants learn how to drum together successfully and play an exhilarating piece of music. It is highly accessible, with enough of a challenge that people can be truly proud of what they accomplish. Playing drums in a band is a thrilling experience that lifts people’s spirits and creates a wonderful sense of community and achievement.

Choose from …

  • Energiser
  • 30 – 60mins
  • An exhilarating session guaranteed to lift people’s mood and create a positive, joyful atmosphere.

    Ideal for a special community event, wellbeing programme, retreat or celebration.

  • Extended Session
  • 90mins – 2 hrs
  • More drumming means more fun!

    Longer sessions offer time for the group to develop their drumming skills further, taking leadership roles and using their creativity to build a spectacular piece of music!

  • Regular Sessions
  • Weekly/ Monthly
  • Regular drum sessions offer great benefits:

    ~ Alleviate anxiety & depression
    ~ Boost mood & energy
    ~ Improve physical health
    ~ Develop skills & confidence
    ~ Build valuable group support

Contact us for a quote

Drumming is…

  • Inspiring & joyful
  • Practical & great fun
  • Accessible & inclusive
  • A memorable experience you will love!

Wellbeing for the body…

  • Improves co-ordination, strength and stamina
  • Balances the nervous system
  • Boosts immunity & promotes healing
  • Lowers blood pressure and stress
  • Releases feel-good hormones

Wellbeing for the mind…

Playing music brings you fully into the present moment, meaning you happily haven’t got time to worry about the past or the future!

And you can enjoy the ‘drummer’s high‘ with the release of neurotransmitters – natural painkillers and mood-boosters.

Wellbeing for the spirit…

Drumming is expressive, loud, and brings people together – all of which makes you feel GOOD!

Ceremonies and celebrations across the world know the power of rhythm to lift people’s spirits and create a wonderful sense of community.

Testimonials

“A big THANK YOU for another brilliant drumming session. Everyone really looks forward to it!”

Gaille Wallis, MS Support Group

“What an amazing experience! Thank you to the wonderful Sarah for our drumming workshop. What a way to end a fantastic weekend at our gathering.”

Kayleigh Palagi - Sisters Gathering

“It was fantastic to see children who had never played an instrument before happily tapping out rhythms and work as a group to create lovely sounds.”

Rachael Falk, 198th Scouts

“This has been the best thing I have ever chosen to do. Sarah is an incredible teacher and I count down the days for each week as we have such a laugh too.”

Kat Murray, Online Classes

“Sarah provided the Active Wellbeing Society with two amazing sessions. Great for teambuilding and great fun for staff!”

The Active Wellbeing Society

“Your workshops were amazing and your performance with Cassia Tree was outstanding as always.”

Marie Millward, Drumfest