In The Media
Get Rhythm Programs – In the Media
Print and television media featuring John Scalici’s work include: Making Music Magazine, DRUM! Magazine, Executive Traveler Magazine, The Hallmark Channel, Southeastern Performer Magazine, Society for Arts in Healthcare, and Percussion Magazine (Japan).
Articles BY John
Drumming Up Diversity
Using Drum Circles to Educate and Entertain
by John Scalici
“What if I make a fool of myself?”
“Wow! This is the coolest thing I’ve ever done!”
This is usually the sequence of comments most often heard regarding interactive rhythm-based programs — drum circles, for short. Because of the historical background of the “drum” and its unifying qualities, drum circle programs have become a powerful, interactive method for teachning us about ourselves, our communities and our world…. Read more Drumming Up Diversity
Drumming up Connections
Rhythm makes inroads in child psychiatry
by John Scalici
Drumming and rhythm can be a powerful tool for reducing stress and anxiety, while simultaneously satisfying many of the goals of the occupational therapist during a given session.
In June 2005, I was contacted by VSA Arts of Alabama (a non-profit organization that provides opportunities in the arts for people with chronic illnesses) to facilitate outcome-based rhythm and drumming activities with adolescent and child psychiatric patients at Children’s Hospital in Birmingham, AL…more Drumming Up Connections
Allan Cott and Lakeview Groups Learn Important Life Skills through Drumming
by John Scalici
For thousands of years drumming has been used by almost every culture in the world. Not only does the physical nature of drumming [provide emotional release, it has been used as a tool for education and communication as well…. Read more Allan Cott and Lakeview Groups Learn Important Life Skills through Drumming
Articles ABOUT John
A passion for percussion: Birmingham’s John Scalici
By Michael Huebner — The Birmingham News
In addition to the Djembe, which is a 2-foot tall goblet-shaped drum, John Scalici draws inspiration from a variety of drums from around the globe.
Part performer, part anthropologist, part community organizer, part therapist, John Scalici has just about done it all, drumming-wise.
With the West African djembe at the core of his percussive passion, Scalici has opened drumming to countless individuals eager to pound, paradiddle or otherwise find their inner rhythm.
As a youngster, he banged on his mom’s pots and pans. ….Read more Drumming Up Diversity
Working Together
Unique seminars are popping up around the area to unite employees
by Aneesa McWilliam
Staff
Most managers would equate the thought of their staff banging on drums in a circle with other inappropriate office behaviors such as excessive e-mail usage or gabbing with unproductive co-workers who just won’t leave your desk.
But one local “teambuilder” sees things a little differently. He’s even taking drumming to another level by using its rhythm to bring coworkers together…..more Working Together
The Beat Goes On
Drum circles march into the corporate arena
by Elizabeth Young
Executive Traveler
The phrase “Drum Circle” typically conjures visions of long-haired, counterculture types lounging in grassy meadows “following their bliss.” But the idea of bringing people together through music is nothing New Age or radical. In fact, if you’ve ever attended a music concert you have most likely witnessed first-hand the unifying power of music. John Scalici, a professional drum circle facilitator with Get Rhythm Interactive Rhythm Events, based in Birmingham, Alabama, is using this aged-old concept to teach corporate team-building in a new and unique way….Read more The Beat Goes On
Rhythmic Healing
Drummer uses his skills to promote healthfulness
by Robin Oliver
Birmingham Post-Herald
Little granny plays in a rock band.
That’s what Dodie Madden’s grandchildren say about her Wednesday morning sessions at the Homewood Senior Center when John Scalici leads Madden and a dozen or so others in a noise-making, healthy-living session that inevitably disturbs the bridge players in a nearby room…..Read more Rhythmic Healing
Drumming Across Borders
An American Drum Circle Specialist Takes His Teaching to Japan
by Dave Allen
Birmingham Post-Herald
After years in Memphis, Tennessee, Grammy-nominated professional musician John Scalici returned to his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama, to focus his musical skills on reaching out to people and bringing rhythm into their lives….Read more Drumming Across Borders
John Scalici is a Major Drummer
“He’s so original”
Photo by Anna Mazurek
“I have the world’s best job,” says John, “And I created it.” John is a drum circle facilitator and founder of Get Rhythm-an interactive drumming program that encourages teambuilding. Though John is a skilled musician, he’s not a music teacher. “I’m creating a sense of community, teaching about respect and communication”…Read More Bermingham.Skirt.com