Drumming For Parkinson's
& Elder Care

Help Us Help The Lives Of People Living With Parkinson’s
and Keep Our Elderly Active!

   Dr. Paul Gustavson, who began this program in 2017

The Secrets of Rhythmic Drumming

Rhythmic drumming can make a difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease or Aging – so can you!

People affected with Parkinson’s experience shaking, tremors, muscle stiffness and loss of balance. As we get older, memory loss, sleep deprivation and loneliness slowly creep into our daily lives. The good news is these symptoms and more can be improved through rhythmic drumming.

The rhythmic motion of drumming improves motor skills, develops muscle tone, and stimulates brain functions. Drumming also increases dopamine and serotonin levels which helps to create an overall healthy emotional outlook. And the social aspect of drumming in a group can decrease stress levels, regulate blood pressure and improve sleep habits. Not to mention – it’s just plain fun!

Rhythmic drumming can make a difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease or Aging – so can you!
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Learn More About West African Style Drumming & It's Remarkable Benefits for  those with Parkinson's Disease


West African style drumming can improve motor function for people with Parkinson’s disease. Drumming has a long tradition in healing rituals around the world and has been used as a method of therapy to improve and increase muscle memory and motor skills. Drumming is also really fun and energizing! I hope you find these Video presentations helpful and invigorating. Enjoy! – Randy Armstrong

In this first video you will learn:

• Introduction to West African Style Rhythms

• Drum Language of Babatunde Olatunji

• The Gun Dun / Go Do / Pa Ta Method

• Basic Exercises

• Fanga Rhythm - Introduction

In this second video you will learn:

• Drum Language & Fanga Rhythm

• Fanga Rhythm from Liberia / Sierra Leone, West Africa

In this third video you will learn:

• Drum Language & Basic Exercises

• Introduction to 3-2 Clave’

• Kpanlogo Rhythm from Ghana, West Africa

In this fourth video you will learn:

• Drum Language & Basic Exercises

• Introduction to 12/8 Polyrhythms

• Mahi Rhythm – Haiti

Randy Armstrong, Guitarist, Multi-Instrumentalist & World Fusion Music Performer, Educator & Recording Artist


                Dave Rawson, Owner of Lobster Claw Media


Funding for Drumming for Parkinson's Videos provided by Wireless Zone Verizon and the Verizon Gives Foundation