I cannot emphasize enough the responsibility you take on as
a drummer in a shamanic drumming circle. Your drum's voice at the circle
touches the heart and soul of every person present and spirals out into the
resonating circle of life. That is no small responsibility, and it's one that
should be taken very seriously. There are three basic rules of etiquette in
shamanic drumming circles: honor, respect and gratitude. Each circle is
different, but the following is some basic protocol:
1. Come with the intention to serve each other through love;
2. Enter sacred space with respect and leave your ego at the
door;
3. Honor the rules of the circle as established by the
circle keeper;
4. Ask permission before playing someone else's drum;
5. Play at a volume that blends with others for harmonic
results;
6. Adjust accordingly to the ebb and flow of energy in the
circle;
7. Play in unison with the lead drummer, which facilitates
shamanic trance and entrainment;
8. Seek harmony and accord with the collective intention of
the circle;
9. Give thanks to the spirits, the circle keeper, and the
participants for their gifts;
10. With all of the above in mind, allow your spirit to soar!
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