Our Goal

Our goal is to establish group drumming as an integral "whole person" component for use in conventional healthcare and wellness environments.

These include: hospitals, outpatient facilities, clinics, rehab centers, nursing homes, wellness centers, assisted living units and senior centers.

How is the Program Presented?

Our program is offered as an enjoyable weekend course beginning Friday evening and ending Sunday afternoon. Based principally on didactic and interactive presentations coupled with engaging "hands on" workshop approaches for group drumming facilitation, our program provides a comprehensive educational experience that will enable you to successfully introduce group drumming in your area.

Who Should Attend?

Our program is open to health professionals and other interested individuals who wish to integrate group drumming activities within a chosen healthcare or wellness setting in their community.

No prior musical experience is necessary. You do not have to be a musician or a drummer to attend this program.

We'd be delighted to discuss your personal interests.

Who's Teaching the Program?

Barry Bittman, MD
Barry Bittman is a neurologist, author, international speaker, researcher and innovator. As CEO and Medical Director of the Mind-Body Wellness Center in Meadville, PA, Dr. Bittman has developed and tested comprehensive outcome-based, integrative medical programs promoting whole person patient-centered paradigms within conventional healthcare.

Christine Stevens, MSW, MT-BC, MA
Christine Stevens is a board certified music therapist with over fifteen years of experience creating and implementing programs using rhythm and percussion for rehabilitation, health maintenance, and life enhancement. She has facilitated drum circles internationally and worked with students at Columbine High School and PS 150, near Ground Zero in New York City.