Pam Paton
Facilitator
pam hand drums


Drum circles, workshops and private instruction have been
the
focus of Pam's 25 years of teaching.
Her style of facilitating lets her connect with participants,
bringing out their natural sense of fun and creativity.   
 

Pam's knowledge of the technical and musical aspects of percussion are
extensive. She shares her understanding with both professional musicians
and those with no musical background.


Pam has an upbeat and energetic personality. She is flexible and open
to explore each groups dynamics, while maintaining an atmosphere of
purpose and direction. Pam presents herself with professionalism and
imagination.
 



What is a hand drum circle ?
A group of people, with or without knowledge of drumming,
creating and sharing
a fun and exhilarating rhythmical experience.

What are the benefits ?
Drumming relieves stress, boosts morale, develops camaraderie,
builds self confidence
and is a great ice breaker for the group.

What happens ?
Basic instruction is given on creating drum sounds. Pam then
establishes rhythms
to accommodate the different levels of
ability within the group.

More .....

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BENEFITS

CONFERENCES  &  RETREATS

Designed for groups as a teambuilder,
stress buster  and
ice breaker

- Fun rhythmical & musical experience
- Instructional & informative
- Relieves tension
- Energizes
- Connects people
- Unifying  - meeting in a fun,       
relaxed and focused activity
is a positive way to introduce
participants to each other at 
the beginning of an event
- Performance by the drummers  
can be offered to other             
participants not involved in
the workshop.
CORPORATE

For executives, managers & employees
of  corporations and businesses or any
group of people who work together.

- Encourages teamwork
- Increases productivity
- Builds respect for co-workers
- Increases cooperation
- As a nonverbal activity, it
helps develop more effective           
communication skills
- Enhances creativity
- Brings people together who work
in large firms
- Enhances conflict resolution
- Releases tension
- Builds confidence
SCHOOLS


Designed for students & teachers


- Develops skills within the curriculum
- Promotes school spirit
- Enhances conflict resolution
- Relieves tension and aggressive
behavior
- Builds confidence
- Provides an outlet to express
creativity
- Helps release tension in a positive and
productive manner
- Can be presented as a performance
featuring  the participants

What  Clients  Are Saying .....

Excellent tuition in hand drumming from Pam. She's very comfortable and sensitive to the needs of the group and made it lots of fun.
J. Kingsford,  Sappho's Choice Retreat

Our initial instruction from Pam, then guidance through so many interwoven rhythms was uplifting and soothing to the spirit.
D.Ray - participant

I highly recommend Pam for her professionalism, commitment to music and her warmth & humour.
J. Cunningham - Actor / Director / Educator

Pam’s energy captivated the participants enabling them to move from disorganized noise making to synchronized drumming.
C.Paget ,  Banquet Manager

I am one of your biggest fans.      Olga Milosevich,  CBC Radio         *       She's a percussion master.      Steve Winick  Dirty Linen Magazine  US


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