“Found Sound” & The Joyful Benefits of Group Drumming for All Ages
By Dee DiGioia, Mindful Kindful YOUniversity
There’s a rhythm inside every one of us—at every age—just waiting to be heard, expressed, and shared.
Keep an eye out for our upcoming Drum Circles that feature a special twist: “Found Sound”, a creative and playful element woven into our rhythmic experience.
🔔 Note: Not all of our drum circles will include Found Sound. Be sure to look for the ones marked “family friendly” or “for all ages” to enjoy this special feature!
🪵 What is Found Sound?
Found Sound is all about discovering rhythm in everyday life. It’s the art of making music with things that aren’t traditional instruments.
Think of it as a sound adventure—search your home, yard, or the great outdoors for objects that produce percussive or rhythmic sounds.
Before the event, go on a little scavenger hunt and find items that can be:
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Struck (like a spoon on a tin can)
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Shaken (like beans in a plastic bottle)
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Rubbed (like sandpaper blocks)
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Scraped (like a stick on a cheesegrater or comb)
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Let your imagination guide you—if it makes a sound, it’s welcome in our circle!
Here are some more ideas:
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🥄 Pots, pans, and kitchen utensils
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🪣 Buckets, plastic containers, water bottles
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🪨 Rocks, sticks, pinecones, shells
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🎁 Boxes, tubes, rice-filled boxes
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🪵 Sandpaper, brushes, combs
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This isn’t just for kids—this is a creative challenge for all ages!
Adults are encouraged to rediscover the joy of play and spontaneity. When we step out of routine and into rhythm, something beautiful and freeing happens.
Why Group Drumming?
Group drumming is more than just making noise—it’s a powerful, joyful, and healing practice that offers benefits for your entire being:
1. Builds Community & Connection
Drumming creates a space of togetherness where no words are needed. In rhythm, we experience unity, inclusion, and belonging—something all ages crave.
2. Reduces Stress & Boosts Mood
Studies show that group drumming reduces cortisol (the stress hormone) and increases endorphins, helping you feel relaxed, energized, and uplifted.
3. Enhances Brain Function & Creativity
Rhythmic play stimulates both sides of the brain, improving memory, focus, coordination, and creative thinking. It’s great for developing minds—and for keeping adult minds agile and inspired.
4. Encourages Playfulness & Joy
Play is essential for everyone—not just children. It invites us to lighten up, explore freely, and build emotional resilience.
5. Promotes Mindfulness & Presence
Drumming is a form of active meditation. The beat helps us anchor into the present moment, tuning into our breath, body, and inner calm.
Let’s Make Music Together
Join us at one of our upcoming Drum Circles, where everyone is welcome—no experience necessary, just a willingness to explore, play, and connect.
🎵 Bring your Found Sound items (when noted), or simply show up—we provide drums and percussion instruments and will have extra “found sound” items to play with.
🎶 Remember – This isn’t just for kids—it’s a creative challenge for all ages!
Let’s tap into joy, creativity, and community…
One beat at a time.
About “Joyful Rhythms” Facilitated Drum Circles
SLO Life Magazine: “The Power of Drum Circles”
Your Facilitator
Dee DiGioia is the founder of Mindful Kindful YOUniversity in Baywood-Los Osos and a passionate Drum Circle Facilitator, Sound Journey Guide, and mindfulness-based nature connection leader. Her expertise as a Drum Circle Facilitator has been honed through extensive training from world-renowned programs, including Arthur Hull’s Village Music Circles, Rhythm 2 Recovery (with Summer Lall), Drum Leadership Training (with Jim Donovan), Upbeat Drum Circles (with Christine Stevens), and HealthRHYTHMS (with Remo). Dee brings heart, rhythm, and purpose to every circle she leads. After retiring from a career in special education in 2024, she now devotes herself full-time to promoting peace and uplifting communities across San Luis Obispo County through rhythm, connection, and well-being.
