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Post by Der Trommler on Jan 13, 2007 23:52:27 GMT -5
I have begun using my bodhrán with my ogham fews to see what happens. This is the spread I am using... East - Hospitality and new beginnings (what is coming into your life at this time) West - Wisdom and Destiny (what will be coming your way in the future and will be sources of growth for you) South - Creativity and Inspiration (which areas are your strongest sources of inspiration and creativity at this time) North - Battle between spirit and ego (what are you struggling most with at this time) Cast all the fews into the bodhrán, with the four sections of the drum aligning to each of the four winds. Study which fews fall into which section to determine the message. I've always wanted a Bodhrán. I used to sell them when I worked for a large music retailer. As a drummer, I love all things drums. This is one instrument I want to learn! Now, this is a new way to learn further.....I'm going to have to look into Celtic beats & such to find other things....There is magic in numbers as we all know & music is nothing but numbers... I think once I can get my hands on one, I would like to try this. I have an idea of expanding on this fantastic idea (once I get a bodhrán). Wren, you truly beat to a beat of your own!! Awesome!!!
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Post by wren on Jan 14, 2007 0:03:46 GMT -5
Well, I hope if you give this a try, you'll share the experience here! It is an idea I'm still developing!
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Post by Der Trommler on Jan 14, 2007 15:56:57 GMT -5
I will let you know...may be a little bit...please let me know if you have other ideas as well.... The idea I am thinking of is different beats/time signatures using some mystical numbers. Sort of connecting dots in a line to create a vision (or somtething like that) I need to look more into older Celtic drumming. I'm would look into some others as well (Japanese & Native American) Anyway, the Greeks use 7/8 & 9/8 predominately in music (spceifically dance)....I think there something a little bit more. I curious (thinking of numerology in terms of drumming). I had that thought a while back but when I saw what you had done, it really made me think more about what you had done. Then, work more on this idea....But, like I said, it will be a while...I'll let you know, though!
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Post by wren on Jan 14, 2007 16:16:00 GMT -5
I think I understand what you're trying to do. I have a drumming CD put out by John Matthews, with his Celtic Shaman book, and one by Steve Roach...both of which I use for deep meditation work. I've tried my hand at my own drumming but I really need to spend more time on that. Let me know how you're making out. Between us, we'll be working with our drums and speaking Gaelic in no time!
(i bumped the dream thread for you in discussions, btw)
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Post by Der Trommler on Jan 14, 2007 17:31:16 GMT -5
I think I understand what you're trying to do. I have a drumming CD put out by John Matthews, with his Celtic Shaman book, and one by Steve Roach...both of which I use for deep meditation work. I've tried my hand at my own drumming but I really need to spend more time on that. Let me know how you're making out. Between us, we'll be working with our drums and speaking Gaelic in no time! (i bumped the dream thread for you in discussions, btw) Thanks!! Yup...we should be going strong on drumming & Gaelic. BTW, easiest way to get signatures down is 1 of 2 ways: 1) count out in a break down form. IE: 7/8=2 groups of 2 & 1 group of three....count- 1,2,1,2,1,2,3. keep it the beat slow & steady & tap your foot on the bold one (hint: it's after the set of three. lol). This makes it easier to relate it to the feel 2) use it in relation to 4/4. musically-4/4 is 4 beats per measure- quarter note gets the beat (or the count). Using above 7/8. Mathematically, 4/4=8/8. So, in 7/8. seven notes per measure- eighth note gets the beat.... The problem with the second version is it gets more confusing to someone who wants to understand but can't do that mch math in their head. So, breaking anything musical in it's fundamental form makes you have an easier time playing it. Well, that was my bit for some drumming. I can't help you on the Bodhrán as far as playing because I've never played one. Some other hand drums are a little easier....As far as drumset is concerned or just understanding music, I can help you there!!!
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