Women's Earth Day Frame Drum Circle
Hosted by MH
It’s easy to become “uprooted” in the busyness of modern life. This Earth Day, gather with a supportive community of women to unplug from the noise and experience a restorative session of shared rhythm and healing energy.
This is a space for women of all ages to clear the mind and feel more grounded through the heartbeat of the frame drum, one of the oldest instruments in human history.
The Frame Drum:
For thousands of years, this simple drum [a wooden hoop with skin stretched over one side] was primarily a woman's instrument. In ancient cultures, it was used by women as the instrument of celebration and prayer to mark the changing of seasons and other natural cycles. A tool to harmonize with the earth and the rhythms of the natural world.
What to Expect:
- A supportive and encouraging environment where you will learn basic strokes and rhythmic patterns on frame drum. No prior experience necessary.
- Frame drums will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one.
Event Details:
- When: Friday, April 17, 2026, starting at 1pm
- Where: Asian American Resource Center | 8401 Cameron Rd. Austin 78754 | We'll be in Classroom #8.
- Who: Women (ages 8 and above)
- Cost: Free to attend, but space is limited. You must RSVP to attend to ensure we have enough drums for everyone.
About the Frame Drum Circle Leader:
Myranda Harris is a world percussionist with over 25 years of experience leading classes and workshops for audiences of all ages and levels of experience. She holds an advanced degree in ethnomusicology from the University of North Texas, specializing in percussion and the music of India. She has studied with renowned percussionists from around the world, conducted fieldwork in Ghana and India, taught world music courses at UT Austin, and founded a nonprofit dedicated to providing arts and cultural programs to audiences in Austin's underserved communities. Her women's frame drumming circle is supported in part by a grant from City of Austin Office of Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment.