"Music forms in the human mind to express and meet our deepest needs - to express emotion, to create a sense of belonging to the group, to touch theDivine." [B. Crowe, Music & Soulmaking]  When we gather together to deeply listen and weave our own unique rhythms into the patterns of the Whole, magic happens! Group drumming has been shown to elevate mood, deepen human connection and reduce stress and besides all that - it's just plain fun! Absolutly no previous experience is necessary.  Beginners …

Want to learn to dance salsa in a friendly environment? Do you enjoy listening to live music and meeting new people? Come to Cafe Cocomo on Monday nights at 8pm for beginner and intermediate salsa lessons. Pacific Mambo Orchestra hits the stage every other week for live entertainment. For an affordable night, Cafe Cocomo is the place to learn basic and intermediate patterns that will have you dancing the night away.

Do you like drumming, hand drums and percussion instruments? Are you looking for a no frills drum circle that doesn't charge $10 or $20 to attend? This group's purpose is simple: meet, drum, and enjoy the beat! No meditation, no rituals, just drumming. All levels welcome, but we don't have an official training program for beginners. If you drum with us, you will learn by listening, watching and asking questions. Most of the drumming that we do does not require training. All ages welcome, but we …

The Bay Area Gay Spirit/Flesh and Spirit Queer Men's Drum Circle usually meets monthly at members' homes around SF Bay. Open to all interested queer/LGBTQ men regardless of drumming experience. No charge or donation requested. Please bring an open heart, something for the potluck and any drums, rattles, etc. you have. We have some extra percussion instruments on hand for those who have none. Originally founded by two gay shamans over 20 years ago, the group nowadays involves a bit of ritual, dru …

This Meet-Up is for beginners.  You don't have to read music, sing, or improvise AND you don't need a drum.  There are no prerequisites.  I will teach you your part and I will make you successful! This is a great activity where adults and children (9 and older) can participate as equals and it is just plain FUN! Of course, you don’t have to be members of a family to participate. We will be learning specific ensemble pieces, which I will teach you.  On 2nd Sundays we will work with drums and perc …

This Meet-Up is for beginners.  You don't have to read music, sing, or improvise AND you don't need a drum.  There are no prerequisites.  I will teach you your part and I will make you successful! This is a great activity where adults and children (9 and older) can participate as equals and it is just plain FUN! Of course, you don’t have to be members of a family to participate. We will be learning specific ensemble pieces, which I will teach you.  On 2nd Sundays we will work with drums and perc …

This group is for folks who have an interest, curiosity, passion, desire, intention.. to Explore, Share, Create, Express ,Connect through Sound, Music, Ancient Instruments, Rhythm, Movement, Voice, & Prayer... My vision and intention for this group/circle is to create sacred safe space for deep exploration and expression ~ To weave together prayers, to bring awareness to our breath, heart, bodies to tap into your own unique "inner rhythm". If you want to awaken your vitality, passion, inspiratio …

We get together on a regular basis to go to salsa clubs as a group. This group was created for anyone interested in meeting other Merengue, Salsa, Cha-cha-cha, Bachata dancers of all levels and connect with other hand percussionists / drummers, latin jazz lovers & Tropical Music Aficionados. Especially those living in the South Bay (Silicon Valley). Learn to salsa, play drums, mingle, dance, listen to music, and make new friends. You don't have to be extremely experienced to be a member, all lev …

Drum up some energy with a warm community of familiar and new friends. Pacific Drum Circles has new events in Oakland. No previous music experience needed. Whether you are a first-time drummer or drummin' all the time, enjoy co-creating a groove while connecting through rhythm.

HOLA! This is a group for anyone who likes to get together for a casual guitar/musical jam and socialize FOR FUN. I realize there are other local guitar group who are much more "serious", with pros who have serious rules and regulations, but this is a casual group with a laid back attitude... SKILL LEVEL - Although I wouldn't say this is for someone who has NEVER picked up an instrument, if you have some skill level and would like to get together for FUN, this group is for you. I'm not a pro, bu …

Aloha and welcome to the Bay Area Hula Dancing Meetup Group! As a lifelong hula dancer, I have a passion for sharing my Hawaiian culture and the joy of hula with those who want to learn. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! This Meetup group will provide you with the opportunity to learn hula in a FUN and inviting atmosphere, enjoy the company of other fun-loving folks and make new friends. While we now have a "permanent home" I'd love to meet at different locations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area so …

I want to meet anyone who can play a Chinese music instrument, be it the erhu, pipa, guzheng, sheng, suona, percussion or cello/bass, and who would be interested in just coming together and playing Chinese music, for the pure purpose of enjoying music-making. I play the pipa - an instrument I love for the last 15 years. If you can play a Chinese instrument, you are welcome to join the meetup group. You don't need to be professional or fantastic, just need some moderate sightreading skills. Once …

We get together on a regular basis to go to salsa clubs as a group. This group was created for anyone interested in meeting other Merengue, Salsa, Cha-cha-cha, Bachata dancers of all levels and connect with other hand percussionists / drummers, latin jazz lovers & Tropical Music Aficionados. Especially those living in the South Bay (Silicon Valley). Learn to salsa, play drums, mingle, dance, listen to music, and make new friends. You don't have to be extremely experienced to be a member, all lev …

1) Instant Chorus gets you singing a cappella music, hearing the rhythms and chords that form the underpinning of song, and singing cool rhythms in Bobby McFerrin style. Beat out body percussion while you sing, or skip that and simply hold your part. Expand your musicality, hear more in music, and experience the magic of a chorus. Adults and kids over 8 who love to sing are welcome. There are easy parts for beginners and solo opportunities for experienced singers.