Dave Chiller, M.S.
I started Common Pulse in 2001 to provide opportunities for all types of groups and individuals to experience the joy, benefits and potential of interactive rhythm and music programs.
My passion for rhythm and music comes in part from playing and studying percussion over the past 30 years. As a child and young adult I explored blues, jazz and rock. In the last decade I have been fortunate to study with teachers of West African, Cuban, and Indian rhythm cultures. My latest instrument exploration has been with the Indian tabla, studying with Ankush Vimawala and Doug Scheuerell.
As a teacher/leader/facilitator, I draw on my experience as an educator and facilitator in the U.S. and in Europe where I have worked with youth in schools and camps and adults in college and business. My facilitation skills in a rhythmic environment have developed over the last 10 years of work with a variety of groups and ages. My training includes intensive work with Reinhard and Cornelia Flatischler and their TaKeTiNa rhythm process, with Certification at the Advanced TaKeTiNa Teacher Level, training with Arthur Hull, the “father of the facilitated drum circle”, REMO’s Health Rhythms and others.
I am grateful to be able to share the power of rhythm and music with all of you.
Teaching and Performance
I offer seasonal group classes and I’m available for private rhythm and percussion instruction. Contact me for more information.
I also play in a few local music groups. More info here!