Frame Drums: The Feminine History of Rhythm & Rituals - Jane Elworthy

The frame drum is among our most ancient musical instruments and one of the first percussive instrument invented and used widely, for prayer, ritual, ceremony, personal wellness and healing, beyond music. Many consider it far more than a musical instrument — a living spirit that calls us back to our origins and relationship to Creation. Jane Elworthy shares an illustrated talk on the long history of the frame drum and women drummers, and demonstrates the various rhythms, strokes and beats of the drum that give voice to the elements. Jane’s 30-year journey as frame drum maker, teacher and performer began in 1992, while teaching theatre in Santa Fe, and working with drummer Glen Velez. Today she facilitates retreats in the US, France, and Australian Outback. She is based in Sydney and Broken Hill in NSW, Australia.