Drum Circles
REMO Endorsed Certified Drum Circle Facilitator Laura Cerrano
About Drum Circle Facilitator Laura Cerrano
Laura Cerrano is the founder of Healing Drum Circles and Long Island Drum Circles, an improvisational drum circle and rhythm events company that provides interactive music-making experiences for all occasions and populations. Laura facilitates drum circle programs and events throughout Long Island, New York City, Brooklyn, Queens, nationally, and internationally. She is a REMO-endorsed Certified Drum Circle Facilitator, Sound Healer, and Feng Shui Reiki Master. Her enthusiasm for drumming stems from her work helping others connect with their inner musician and improve their social-emotional well-being.
Laura’s introduction to the healing arts began at age 12 alongside her mother, Feng Shui master and mentor, Carole Provenzale, where they established Feng Shui Manhattan, Inc in 1997. In 2008, Laura graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts and Art Education from SUNY New Paltz. Laura experienced her first Drum Circle in 2011, which inspired her to attend West African Drum Classes for a few years with Richie Guerrero at the Spirit of Huntington Art Center in NY. Not too long after that, Laura was introduced to the practice of Sound Healing, and in 2018 she became a Certified Sound Healer through The Center for Advancement of Therapeutic Arts. After graduating, Laura began facilitating traditional and interactive sound healing events for public and private venues throughout the New York Tri-state area.
In 2020, Laura trained with Music for People® and Rhythm2Recovery leadership programs to become a certified drum circle and improv music facilitator who is endorsed by REMO, Inc. From that point, she officially established “Healing Drum Circles”. Laura provides engaging group rhythmic musical activities to support social and emotional development. Participants are empowered through simple prompts on how to explore musical improvisation while co-creating music as a group or independently. Commonly utilized instruments include drums, melodic instruments, shakers, chimes, body percussion, and vocal exploration (i.e circle songs).
What is a Drum Circle?
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Drum Circles are an inclusive improvisational music-making experience open to all abilities, ages, and skill levels! People can join a drum circle through dance, drumming, or playing other percussion instruments.
We invite you to read a detailed overview that offers a historical look back at how Drum Circles evolved in America and around the world: What is a Drum Circle?
“The Heart Has a Rhythm and a Drum”
Healing Drum Circle Intentions with Laura Cerrano
As a drum circle facilitator, Laura is dedicated to helping others discover the joy of making music in a supportive and fun environment. She customizes each drum circle to ensure that participants have a meaningful and uplifting experience. This enables individuals to express their true selves through their natural sense of rhythm, fostering a deeper sense of community and offering numerous health benefits for both the group and individual well-being.
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TEDxTalks/TEDxCUNY FAST TRACK - John Jay College, NY
Nespresso, NY
North Shore University Hospital - Northwell Health - Stroke Survivor Club, Manhasset, NY
Hope & Healing program | Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands Program | Parker Jewish Community Health Programs through The Parker Jewish Institute, NY - Drum Circles for Dementia and Alzheimer’s populations, as well as with their caretakers.
Lakeland AHRC /People’s Arc of Suffolk County, NY - Special Needs and Disabilities Day Program Center
Sousa Elementary, Port Washington, NY - Creative Arts Program Drum Circle
Emerge Holistics Integrative Wellness, Massapequa, NY
The Bristal Assisted Living Communities: Drum Circles for Assisted Living and Memory Care population
Artis Senior Living of Commack, NY - Life enrichment Drum Circle Program for Memory Care population
The Friedberg JCC: Drum Circle for their Dementia Support Programs - Parkinson’s Support Programs
Strength for Life - NY: healing program for cancer patients and survivors
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (New York Chapter): Interactive sound healing circles and art therapy-inspired programming
Roslyn NY Salt Cave, Roslyn, NY
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide - New Jersey and Nassau County, NY branches
Catholic Health Good Shepherd Hospice Bereavement Camp for Children - Bob Sweeney’s Camp H.O.P.E.
The Music Heals the Heart Fundraiser in Westbury, NY: Long Island American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Cope Foundation & the Eric C. Doll Calhoun High School Memorial Scholarship
Town Of Hempstead’s Recreational Adult Programming
Town of Huntington, NY - Tri Community and Youth Agency (Tri-CYA)
Youth Directions & Alternatives (YDA) - Northport, NY - Special Needs Population
Nassau and Suffolk County - Long Island, NY Library System
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Toddlers/Babies
Children
Teenagers
Adults
Special Needs and Disabilities
Dementia Support Groups
Alzheimer's Support Groups
Parkinson’s Support Groups
Care-giver Support Groups
Women Empowerment Groups
Veterans
Hospitals and Healthcare Workers (i.e doctors/surgeons)
School Teachers/Guidance Counselors
Public/Private Schools/Colleges/Universities
Psychologists
Conferences
Networking/Icebreaker Events
Social Workers
Hospice and Bereavement Camps
Summer Camps
Library Programs
HR Corporate Team-building events
Birthday Parties
Holiday Celebrations
Wellness and Cancer Retreats
Stroke Survivor Support Groups
Reiki Circles
Grand Openings
Religious Events (i.e. weddings, celebration of life ceremonies)
Join us for the “Flower Power” Drum Circle at the New York Botanical Garden during May, June, September, and October in 2026. In the style of ’60s democratic participation, this musical gathering, facilitated by Laura Cerrano, Feng Shui Manhattan’s Healing Drum Circles, allows guests to improvise rhythms and create music together using drums and smaller percussion instruments. Tickets to access the NYBG Flower Power exhibit can be purchased by visiting: https://www.nybg.org/event/flower-power/programs/
Working with Younger Drummers for Social Emotional Well-being
Laura provides customized inclusive social-emotional drumming programs for child daycare facilities, pre-schools, elementary/middle/high schools, universities, colleges, camps, and youth community centers.
Locations supporting special needs populations can inquire about our Drum Beat Connections program, founded by Laura Cerrano and Michelle Livingston. This program specializes in working with children who have physical and behavioral challenges, including autism.
All drumming programs are customized to meet the specific goals and objectives as requested by the venue program director and/or parents.
Private drumming groups and individual home visits are available by request. All drums and smaller percussion instruments are provided for each participant. No previous drumming experience is needed. For pricing, please contact Laura directly.
Benefits of Drum Circles
Increases Mindfulness
Reduces Stress/Anxiety
Improves cognitive functions
Natural medicine for pain relief
Improves Interpersonal Connections
Improves Immunity
Feeling Accomplished
Creative Self-expression
Sense of Support
Building community
What’s Included With A Drum Circle Event?
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Drum Circle Kit includes a variety of drums and smaller percussions.
Sample list of drums include:
djembes
congas
bongos
tubanos
cajóns
frame drums
ocean drum
handpan
rattles/shakers
various smaller assorted percussions
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Laura is a Certified Rhythm2Recovery and REMO Endorsed Drum Circle Facilitator. All drum circle experiences are tailored to meet your specific needs, population, and goals.
We work with ALL ages:
Toddlers/Babies
Children
Teenagers
Adults
Seniors
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Laura provides instructions on how to prepare the room for the drum circle event. Upon arrival, she’ll set up all the drums prior to the start of the event and disassemble the drum circle at the conclusion of the event.
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Laura transports all drums and smaller percussions to the designated location.
Price Of A Drum Circle Depends On
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Small-sized drum circle: 3- 6 drummers
Medium-sized drum circle: 10-25 drummers
Large-sized drum circle: 30 - 60 drummers
Super-sized drum circle: 65 - 300 drummers or more
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Length of Time:
30-minutes
45-minutes
60-minutes (1-hour)
90-minutes (1.5 hours)
120-minutes (2-hours)
Frequency (How Often):
Single Day Drum Circle
Multiple Drum Circles on the same day
Weekly/Bi-weekly Drum Circles
Monthly Drum Circles
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Typical setup and breakdown time of a drum circle takes between 15-25 minutes. More time could be required depending on the size of the group and accessibility of the location hosting the drum circle.
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Fees are dependent upon travel time to the location, tolls, gas and accommodations, as needed.
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When large or super-sized drum circle events are requested, Laura will require extra support. The fee for additional drum circle facilitators is calculated into the final cost.
Questions? Ready to Schedule?
Frequently Asked Questions
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Everyone!
No drumming experience is necessary
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No prior drumming or music-making experience is necessary :)
Laura will provide guidance with light facilitation and simple prompts to inspire a greater connection to your own musical expression individually and as a group
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Yes! and Yes!
We have a wide variety of drums and smaller percussions participants can use…and the collection is growing!
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We work with variety of populations
Sample List of Who We Work With:
Toddlers/Babies
Children
Teenagers
Adults
Special Needs and Disabilities
Seniors (well-bodied, assisted living/memory care)
Dementia Support Groups (those living with Dementia and their caregivers)
Alzheimer's Support Groups (those living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers)
Parkinson’s Support Groups (those living with Parkinson’s and their caregivers)
Caregiver Support Groups
Women Empowerment Groups
Veterans
Hospitals and Healthcare Workers (i.e doctors/surgeons)
School Teachers/Guidance Counselors
Public/Private Schools/Colleges/Universities
Psychologists
Teen Suicide Prevention conferences
Social Workers
Conferences
Hospice and Bereavement Camps
Summer Camps
Library Programs
HR Corporate Team-building events
Birthday parties/Holiday Celebrations
Wellness and Cancer Retreats
Stroke Survivor Support Groups
Reiki Circles
Grand Openings
Religious Events (i.e. weddings, celebration of life ceremonies)
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We provide drum circles throughout Long Island - NY, New York City, Brooklyn, Long Island City, Queens, the Bronx, New Jersey, Upstate and Downstate New York, Connecticut, Staten Island, Nationally and Internationally
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