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Resources

1000 Voices

www.1000-voices.com

We highly recommend the community singing group 1000 Voices led by CU Prof Nii Armah Sowah in Boulder, CO.  Nii Armah is an inspirational leader from Ghana who teaches African dance at the Univ of CO.  Jon has been a part of the group for many years.  The African Songs of Life that we sing are fun, deeply meaningful, and healing.  No experience necessary.  Everybody can sing!

NARF

www.narf.org

The Native American Rights Fund (NARF) is the premier organization that advocates for Native legal rights in the US.  Peak Rhythms is rooted in indigenous wisdom of the drum and heartbeat.  A fundamental part of our mission is to support Native culture and peoples.  NARF hosts programs in Colorado and is a 501(c)(3) that you can support with financial donations. 

Denver March Powwow

DenverMarchPowwow

The Denver March Powwow is the 2nd largest powwow in the US and a great opportunity to support and learn about Native culture and peoples.  The powwow drumming booms thru the coliseum connected with the beautiful dancing and regalia that are an expression of Native culture and spirituality.  There’s also Native storytelling, presentations, and vendors.  

Health Rhythms Research

HR Research

Health Rhythms published scientific research and protocol support health and wellness benefits of group music making, including 1) stress release (lowered cortisol levels), 2) increased cellular immune system activity, and 3) improved emotional and mood states.  A 6 week coordinated series of Health Rhythms programs with the staff at a long term care facility reduced the employee turnover rate by 18.3% resulting in significant cost savings.  This link includes the research and additional studies.  And, Jonathan Crowder, JD, is a trained Health Rhythms facilitator. 

Video (below)

FOLI “There is No Movement Without Rhythm”

We love this video.  It is a powerful and profound expression of how rhythm is the essence of movement (heartbeat, breath, walking, work, etc…) and can be experienced and integrated in daily life.  “Foli” is the Malinke word for rhythm.  The video reflects the beautiful rhythms, culture, and spirit of a west African village.  And, consistent with the principles of this culture, a Stanford Univ research study showed that the signals from the brain to our body are rhythmical i.e. rhythm is the essence of movement.  Consider how you experience rhythm in your life and when you feel connected or disconnected with rhythm.  We’re providing this video for educational purposes and claim no copyright to it.  And, the real owners of it are the west African folks and village shown in it.  Enjoy.  🙂

“Drumming Up Wellness”- Denver Post

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