Music Shops

African Rhythm Traders – THE store in the NW (and beyond) for percussion, drum-making supplies, CD’s, workshops and information from a knowledgeable staff. Located in Portland.

Gracewinds Music – Corvallis music store with lots of percussion and more….

Troubador Music Center -Another Corvallis shop specializing in strings, good vibes and a sweet spot for live music!

Fingerboard Extension – Yet another shop in Corvallis. My favorite for great deals on used gear!

John’s Music Center - Music Center in Seattle for great variety of percussion, exotic instruments, music and books.

Rhythm Organizations

NanKama – Bobby Bovenzi’s rhythm organization in B.C. Canada providing interactive rhythm circles, African Drum and Dance and a variety of musical performances and workshops.

TaKeTiNa – The Ta Ke Ti Na process, developed by Austrian composer and percussionist Reinhard Flatischler, integrates music, dance, communication, neurological research, and chaos theory to create a new process for learning.

Hands on Rhythm and Drum School – Jill Sager’s School for drumming in Eugene. She also facilitates circles in the area.