2. Physiological Effects

Drumming also has strong physiological effects. Continuous drumming raises the heart rate and blood circulation. In an article published in the newsletter, Reach into the Pulse, Layne Redmond discusses the synchronization of both halves of the brain through drumming. The left side of the brain is stimulated through the analyzing of learning polyrhythms (multi-rhythmical patterns). The right side of the brain is stimulated through movement and rhythm. Synchronizing brain current activity with very high alpha wave amplitude can produce euphoric feelings of extended mental focus and creativity. Drums Alive^® utilizes rhythmical drumming to stimulate both beta and alpha wave amplitude and help increase mental activity during the dynamic Power Beats section of the program, and then bring the participant back to a meditative and relaxed state during the Cool-down or “Wellness Beats”.