First, relax! These sessions are all about having fun and making creative, intuitive beats. You won't be able to play as well if you're worried, afraid, or anxious. You can feel better about this by being in the circle with drummers you know and trust. If you are playing with new people, remind yourself that this is an informal session - no one is judging you. Just the same, you should avoid judging anyone else. Simply let your creativity and passion for drumming shine through and guide you, and the other drummers will do the same.
Second, choose a location. Many sessions are held in public places such as parks, but they may also be held in a studio, a backyard, or a living room - anywhere there is space for everyone. Acoustics are important because there are so many drummers involved, but it is important to decide if the session will be public or not. For those who want to conquer their performance anxiety, drumming in public can be quite helpful. However, some people would really prefer to perform privately, and it would be better for that session to happen privately.
Third, form a circle! It may seem obvious, but the players should be able to connect to one another, and part of that is being able to see the other drummers. In a band, the bassist and drummer - the rhythm section - are encouraged to face each other, as it allows them to connect more. The same is true of a these jam sessions. If you are able to connect in this way, the experience will be heightened. Circles symbolize equality and continuity as there is no beginning and no end; similarly, no one in a circle is a leader or a follower. Knowing that you are equal will also help you to relax.
Once everyone has set up, that's all you need - you're ready to go! With these three top tips for a killer drum circle experience, you're sure to successfully beat out this session! Enjoy the groove that forms in your circle.
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