THURSDAY AFTERNOON SPECIAL SESSION
Drum Circle Facilitators Guild – Pre-Conference 2027

Find Your Voice in the Circle

Dr. Jane Bentley

Exploring Song, Chant & Vocal Improvisation Within Drum Circle Facilitation

Thursday, February 25th • 2:00–6:00 PM • with Dr. Jane Bentley

What happens when we bring our voices into the drum circle?

Explore the voice as another instrument in the circle through playful vocal explorations, songs, chants and spontaneous improvisation. Discover accessible ways to weave voice and percussion together, build connection, encourage participation and open new possibilities for collective expression.

Whether you are a confident singer or rarely sing at all, you’ll find a supportive, non-judgmental space to listen, play and explore. No previous singing experience is needed—just a willingness to join in and find your voice. Come sing your socks off!

Thursday Registration Options

Thursday Session — $60
Coming just for Jane’s 2:00–6:00 PM session? Come early and join the Music for People Thursday morning Jump Time session as our guest at no additional charge.

Music for People Training Participants — $30
Participants in the full 2½-day Music for People Facilitator Training receive a special $30 rate for Jane’s Thursday afternoon session, 2:00–6:00 PM. Register here.

About Dr. Jane Bentley

Dr. Jane Bentley is a drummer, facilitator, consultant and international trainer based in Glasgow, Scotland, specializing in music, communication, health and wellbeing. She has worked in drum circle facilitation since 1999 and is an international trainer with Village Music Circles. Jane completed a PhD focused on drum circles and improvisation and has brought participatory music-making into community, healthcare and professional settings around the world. Her training includes improvisation with David Darling and Music for People and vocal improvisation with Bobby McFerrin. Her work is rooted in the belief that everyone can make music and that shared music-making can be a powerful resource for connection, expression and wellbeing.