Global Rhythm Tour to hit Harrington


by Amy L. Plack - Newspeak Staff

Tomorrow night (Sunday, August 20), you will have the opportunity to be a part of one of the most creative, inspiring, and community-building events ever to come to WPI. The Global Rhythm Tour will start at 8:30 PM; by 9PM, whether you're in Harrington Auditorium or not, you'll hear the eerie, almost frightening sound of 300 drums beating in a haunting rhythm that will be heard all over the campus.

What you'll hear is called a Community Drum Circle, a group of people playing simple parts on a chorus of drums and other percussion instruments to create an interactive and cooperative song - working separately, yet together achieving a goal. The circle will be led by nationally renowned facilitator Arthur Hull, who has brought the concept of "Rhythm Consciousness" to campuses and conferences all over the world.

While 300 drums will be provided, courtesy of REMO Drums, you are encouraged to "capture your own spirit" and bring your own hand drums, congas, bells, shakers, percussion instruments, or even that empty Coke can you have in your room (no snare drums, though - thanks) - whatever you would like to beat on or shake to contribute to the sound of your entire class working together to make music!

This event is guaranteed to be fun for everyone, as well as to get you together with your classmates. Who knows - you might just meet your best friend at the Global Rhythm Tour tomorrow night! Go on, check it out - or you might end up on the outside of Harrington... looking in.


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