Drumming for the Earth: Rooted in Rhythm, Lifted in Spirit
As the Earth awakens in spring, we are invited to remember our place within her living rhythms. Enjoy an afternoon with Katy Gaughan of Drumming for Wellness as we create community and learn how to play hand drums to honor the Earth through the healing, positive vibrations of the drum. Together, we will form a vibrant circle of intention, joy, and grounding as we offer our collective heartbeat back to the planet on the grounds of Well for the Journey. This experience is welcoming, energizing, and perfect for beginners. No prior drumming experience is needed. Drums will be provided. You are also welcome to bring your own drum. During our time together we will:
· Learn about rhythm culture and its connection to the Earth
· Explore how to generate different sounds on the drum
· Play ancient rhythms that connect us to ourselves, one another, and Mother Earth
· Sing and drum songs to honor and offer healing to the Earth
· Create joyful improvisational music together in community
Come with your curiosity and your heartbeat—and feel the pulse of the planet! This program will be held outdoors at the edge of our woods and is open to all Ages 12 and up. In the event of rain, the program will be rescheduled for Saturday, May 2nd.
DATE: Saturday, April 18, 2026 (RAIN DATE - Saturday, May 2, 2026)
TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
COST: $45
LOCATION: Well for the Journey - 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
IMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts, location information, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you!
FACILITATOR: Katy Gaughan
FACILITATOR BIO: Katy Gaughan is a drummer and drum circle facilitator whose mission is to bring people together to experience the positive vibrations of the drum. Through her organization Drumming for Wellness, Katy facilitates group drumming experiences for wellness, community building and celebration. She has been leading drum circles in the DMV for the past 20 years, most notably the Washington National Cathedral drum circle that went viral was seen by 400,000 people. Katy provides drum circles for schools, assisted living facilities, retirement communities, churches, non-profit organizations, birthday parties, team-building events, community festivals and celebrations and works with kids, adults, seniors, and special needs populations. Katy also leads weekend and day-long retreats that incorporate wellness, rhythm, drumming, spirituality and nature. Katy was trained by Arthur Hull and is now a certified global drum circle facilitator trainer with Village Music Circles. Katy is also a graduate of Remo Health Rhythms and Rhythm to Recovery Trainings and is a member of the Drum Circle Facilitator’s Guid. www.katygaughan.com