Drum Circle Music Facilitation Training Program
Educational Objectives
Participants will:
identify (visually and aurally) a variety of drums and percussion instruments commonly used in music
performance, drum circles, and music therapy sessions. (CBMT Scope of Practice I.A.1.c,d,e)
arrange and orchestrate musical elements. (CBMT Scope of Practice I.B.3)
perform and improvise vocal and instrumental music - alone, in partners, and in groups. (CBMT Scope
of Practice I.B.4, I.B.7.a, I.B.9.a, V.A.6)
demonstrate an understanding of ways to improve rhythmic acuity and a capacity to maintain a steady
beat, phrasing, and respond to fluctuations in tempo and dynamics. (CBMT Scope of Practice I.B.5,6,
V.A.6)
identify several ways to assess a clients possible condition through visual, aural, and verbal
information. (CBMT Scope of Practice II.A.1)
identify several ways to maximize client participation through providing appropriate instruments,
settings, and activities. (CBMT Scope of Practice II.E.2, II.E.4.a,b, III.A.1.i.2)
design a basic session outline with a beginning, middle, ending, structure, as well as account for
transitions, pacing, intensity, and appropriateness of activities. (CBMT Scope of Practice II.E.8)
identify several musical activities that encourage appropriate social behavior, turn-taking, risk-taking,
socializing, creativity, awareness of self and others, and peer support. (CBMT Scope of Practice
III.A.1.a, III.A.1.d.1,2,3,5,6)
identify several ways to encourage the expression of thoughts and feelings through verbal and nonverbal forms of communication. (CBMT Scope of Practice III.A.1.f.2,5)
identify several methods to promote physical, intellectual, verbal, emotional, and spiritual capacity and
expression. (CBMT Scope of Practice III.A.1.f.2,3,4,6,7,9, III.A.1.g.1,2,3,4,6,7)
identify several ways to help clients transfer and generalize music and movement experiences to other
settings, such as work, family or leisure. (CBMT Scope of Practice III.A.1.i.3)
perform basic music leadership cues and activities (verbally and non-verbally), spontaneously conduct,
arrange, and facilitate group music making. (CBMT Scope of Practice III.A.2.3.a,b,c,d,e,f,i,l, V.A.6)
demonstrate an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a DCM facilitator, as presented in the
Facilitator Qualities Matrix (See drumcirclemusic.com for details). (CBMT Scope of Practice III.A.5.a,
c.1.2, e.2, g, h.2, i, j)
Kalani Music, CB-MT provider #P-066
Prerequisites
A basic capacity for music making and expressive movement is recommended. All participants are
required to read the book, Together in Rhythm A Facilitators Guide to Drum Circle Music, and
watch the included DVD.
Qualifications and Credentials
Kalani is a Professional Percussionist, Certified Orff-Schulwerk Practitioner, and AwardWinner Author. He has played on numerous soundtracks for studios such as MGM, Sony, Disney,
Capitol, Tri-Star , Paramount and Jim Hensen Records and has worked with Barry Manilow,
John Mayall, Max Roach, Dr. John, Kenny Loggins and most notably, with Yanni in Live at the
Acropolis . Kalani has been featured at conferences for many organizations including The
National Association of Music Educators, The American Orff-Schulwerk Association, The
American Music Therapy Association, The National Association of Recording Arts and Sciences,
and the Percussive Arts Society. Kalani is a Drum Circle Music (DCM) Facilitator and Trainer,
and presents certification programs nationwide. Kalani has written eight books on drumming,
hand percussion, music facilitation and co-authored West African Drum & Dance A YankadiMacrou Celebration with Ryan Camara. Kalani has written and produced three music CDs and
over seventeen instructional videos. He is a featured instructor on WorkshopLive.com and has
developed music curriculum for the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, The International House
of Blues Foundation, and the International Music Products Association. He is currently a Music
Therapy Student.
Kalani Music, CB-MT provider #P-066
