The
focus changes in that it is not simply an experience, but a more
detailed workshop, taking both the skills and the business analogies
to the next level. Because of the longer time, 120 or even 150 minutes.
We split the group into smaller groups for more focused learning.
To
start with an introduction session aimed at both breaking the ice,
and developing
some basic skills with everybody. This creates a sense of
trust that the workshop is not going to be awkward or too challenging.
The energy levels are raised and we tap into people’s innate sense
of musicality.
See
the Video!
Firstly,
we have three groups, each of them learning a different piece including
parts and a chorus.
For this we will use different instruments.
Secondly,
the groups all get to perform their piece in front of the others.
(Then finally after showcasing what the delegates have learned to
their colleagues, we all play all three pieces in unison as a grand
finale.
This
leads into another session with the boomwhackers (Plastic Tubes)
and finally a drumcircle similar to the normal Drumcafe formula.
When
the piece is performed in front of the “Audience”, people really
get a sense of the achievement and the added “adrenalin” of performing
it usually adds even more precision and focus.
The
learning here is about:
1.
An open mind.
2.
Clear Guidance/Facilitation/Objectives.
3.
Energy.
4.
Getting back a lot more then you put it.
During
the first session, the focus is on learning a new skill, in a
new situation. This is rapid capability learning, and is all about
change. One has to have an open mind, drop judgments and be receptive
to the expertise of the teacher/facilitator. The spirit of teamwork
will take this process to the next level. There is usually a great
deal of satisfaction involved in getting it right by the end.
The piece is demonstrated at the beginning and it looks extremely
complex… but broken down into “bite sized chunks” is not too difficult.
A drum piece is extremely precise and everybody needs to
be 100% focused.
Event
Photos!
Everybody
absolutely has to work together and a very high level of focus
will be required of everyone.
When
the piece is performed in front of the “Audience”, people really
get a sense of the achievement and the added “adrenalin” of performing
it usually adds even more precision and focus.
The
second session is about showing how contrasting, or even conflicting
rhythms, when combined, form something greater than the sum of
its parts.
Creating
music together in an orchestra is about doing your part,
but still listening to, and being in synch with the “Rhythm” of
the entire group. There is an overall company philosophy, style
or message that is compared with the overall rhythm. There are
many comparisons and analogies between a company and an orchestra.
And finally, by showcasing
individuals, and watching how their being in the spotlight just
for a moment, inspires and even relaxes everybody, we again get
that learning about how the synergy between individuals and the
group is so central to “teamwork".
The
drum circle gets its energy from the people that make it up, but
everybody gets back more energy than they put in. This is almost
a mystery and is the central concept of all kinds of group energy.
A crowd of people has the power to lift itself up, sometimes even
into a frenzy, and if a team can harness this power, it can inspire
everybody, encourage even more energy and of course leave everyone
feeling unified, connected and with a common purpose.
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