San Diego Women’s Drum Circle
Schedule
Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm
UTC-08:00Location
3858 Front St, San Diego, CA | San Diego, CA
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“In the heart of the drum, a story unfolds, A tale of many hands, young and old. Each beat a whisper, each rhythm a word" from the spirit of the djembe.”Hello to our Sistahs of the Drum~ a gathering to drum, connect, play, fun & share in our Rhythmic Spirit!!
Let’s create powerful rhythms with the beat of the drum, connect with our voices & raise the vibration. Come as you are and enjoy the vibe! This sacred gathering is a space to let the evening unfold with Drumming, Sound Journey, Dancing, Singing and celebrate through rhythm of the drum. Come receive many of the health benefits of community drumming including boosting your immune system, reduce stress, balance your nervous system and more. no drumming experience needed, just an open heart.
**We have an amazing night set up for you with snacks, vendors & an experience you don’t want to miss!
DATE: Saturday, March 7, 2026
DRUM CLASS: 5-6:15 pm
Monette Marino will be teaching an all level djembe class with the history of the traditional West African Rhythm. Drums provided. $15
**Monette Marino is a world percussionist. She spent the majority of the last 20 years studying under Master Drum-mer Mamady Keita from Guinea. In 1999 she received her Teaching Certificate from Mr.Keita and opened a branch of Tam Tam Mandingue USA in San Diego, California. From 2004–2012 she managed Mamady’s world tours, assisted him in teaching master classes, and performed with his ensemble, Sewa Kan. She received her diplo-ma from Mamady Keita & Tam Tam Mandingue in 2011.
She has since branched out as a solo artist releasing her debut album “Coup d’Eclat” and also opened her own school of percussion called MO’RHYTHM. In addition, Monette Marino has created an iPhone App “Mo’Rhythm Africa – Play Along Djembe/Dunun App” now available on iTunes for iPhone/iPad/Apple TV. Prior to her involvement in West African percussion Monette studied folkloric and popular rhythms from Cuba, Brazil, and Korea.
DRUM CIRCLE: 6:30-8:30 pm
DONATION: $20.
Drums & percussive are provided or bring your own.
LOCATION: John D. Spreckels Masonic Lodge 3858 Front St. S.D. 92103 (S/W corners of Front & University Masonic Lodge building)
PARKING: Parking Lot or Street parking
NETWORK TABLE: Feel free to bring your business cards or flyers for upcoming events. Be ready to make a brief announcement at beginning of circle for your upcoming event.
CONTACT: For any questions
Vicki Morgan 619 884-9431
Nicole Zappelli 619 602-6097
[email protected]
www.sdwomensdrumcircle.org
SPECIAL GUEST: Kristina Bennett will be taking us on a sound journey with her singing bowls along with singing. Kristina is a singer-songwriter, sound healing practitioner and music teacher, with her main focus of yoga of the voice. She loves sharing her gift of music with people of all ages and encourages everyone to sing and create. Her recent album Shakti, earned her a World Entertainment Award for Best Global Traditional album and hit #1 on the iTunes New Age Chart in 2024. Mother Tree, which was released in 2022, also earned her a #1 on the iTunes New Age Chart. Kristina has over 30 years of singing, acting, and performing experience, and has been working with clients privately for 15 years. She has performed extetensively throughout her life and trained at Berklee College of Music. She is also a certified Sound, Voice, and Music Healing practitioner from the California Institute of Integral Studies, and a Grammy Recording Academy Member. She studied under world-renowned teacher, Silvia Nakkach, a Grammy nominated musician and sound healing pioneer. When not singing, you can find her practicing yoga, reading on sunset cliffs, and laughing with friends.
VENDORS: if you would like to be a vendor at our next drum circle. Reach out to Nicole for details
(619) 602-6097.
Djembe Drums for Purchase
High-quality Djembe drums available for purchase.
Perfect for students, performers, and drum circles.
Payment Accepted:
• Cash/ Check
• Venmo
For pricing, availability, and additional details, please contact Vicki Morgan directly
(619) 884-9431
WE ARE IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS SATURDAY FOR DRUM CIRCLE SET UP @ 4:00 pm AND TEAR DOWN AFTER CIRCLE.
Thank you for your continued support in creating such an amazing 27+ years of rhythmic community.
“The steady beat of Drums can match the beating of your heart & ripple out to the world. Creating a feeling of synchronicity with purpose.”
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