Here's what some of our students and workshop
participants have had to say about The Rhythm Inlet

Please let us know about your experience at The Rhythm Inlet!
email us at Programs@RhythmInlet.com

Djembe Hand-Drumming

"Thanks for being such a wonderful teacher —and as a 31 year vet, I know a great teacher when I meet one!"
— Participant / Music Teacher

"It was fun to drum with women."
—Participant / Artist

"This class helped this rhythmically challenged" person a great deal! As a music teacher, I find myself able to do rhythms and patterns with students that I could not do before!"
—Participant / Music Teacher

"I've taken several djembe classes and workshops, and you're the best teacher I've had — I really get in it now!"
— Participant / School Teacher

"Thank you for another wonderful drumming workshop. I really enjoyed experiencing drumming again in a group. You have lovely energy which I was the grateful recipient of."
— Participant

"I am so delighted that you came and did it! Thank you, thank you! Perhaps another increment could be planned for after the holidays?!"
—Studio Owner and Workshop Sponsor / Participant

"A family in rhythm together, is a family in rhythm together!"
—Participant / Craftsperson / Business Owner, about what it was like taking the class with her husband and daughter

Introduction to the Frame Drum Procession for Women

"Thank you for bringing dance and rhythm and ritual into my life in such a wonderful way. You are a most gifted teacher."
— Female Participant / School Librarian

"It was so nice to be in your wonderful workshop. Here's my check and registration for the one next month."
—Female Participant / Senior Citizen

"I've been noticing how what we learn in the dance, connects to my everyday life."
— Female Participant / Massage Therapits

"I love how you masterfully create a sense of community, and make everyone feel safe."
—Female Participant / Integrative Body Worker

"I need this for ME! My body, my spirit, my sould! So healing."
—Female Participant / Physical Therapist

The Magic of Drum and Dance!
for the young child (1–5 years), siblings and parents, too!

"Daddy, I love Drum and Dance!"
— 2-1/2 year old when she got home from class, reporting to Dad , who didn't get to come

"Your positive energy and attention to the children is so appreciated. Sarah has gained so much from you and really loves you (anhonor not bestowed to many by her)!"
— Parent

"My son rounds up his stufrfed animals into a circle, and sings 'The Welcome Cheer' at home."
— Parent

"She's learning from you about being a leader — while skipping at the beach, she kept smiling and looking back to see her sisters following her, just like in class!"

"When we put on music at home now, my 15 month old son says "boogie bash!" and starts to dance!"
— Parent

"We went into a gift shop while on vacation, and I was amazed when my children so carefully and comfortably picked up the singing bowls and plalyed them!"
— Parent

"Thank you for bringing music into our home."
— Parent

"You've made it so comfortable for us, I'd like to take an adult class now!"
— Parent

A World of Drums: the magic of rhythm for kids!

"How competent you are with groups of enthusiastic children! I got excellent feedback on your programs. Thank you so much for sharing your skills. I look forward to working with you again!"
—Teacher, Elementary School

"Can I sit in on one of your sessions? Everyone in the Teacher's Room is talking about what a great job you're doing with the children and how fun it is, and I wanna find out what all the buzz is about!"
—Principal, Elementary School"

I love you, Barbara Gail! You teach me so many things!"
–Kindergartener

My son and I were at the class that you put on for the homeschoolers today. I just had to tell you how much fun we had. My son is usually shy about moving around and dancing and playing with instruments around other people, but not today. It was good to see him having such a good time, not to mention the fun I had. He talked about your class all day and is ready to return to your store to buy some early Christmas presents. We really had a wonderful time. I also checked out your website. I am eager to try some of the classes you offer. Again, thank you for the class.
–Homeschool Parent

"The time you spent in our school was well enjoyed. We hope that we can convince you to come again next year as well."
— Teacher / Middle School

"I can't tell you how much feedback I received regarding your performance and work with the children that day. You were definitely the highlight of the day, and your involvement was critical to the success of the event."
—Event Coordinator

"Thank you so much for all your great work with the kids. It has been wonderful (and I hope will continue to be!) to have you and your gifts a part of our school each year. I'm so glad we included the final performance this time! The kids did such a great job, and such a wonderful turn out! I am also so glad Jeff was able to come — your drumming together was a real treat! Keep up the great and greatly needed work in the arts! We are very lucky to have you!"
— Coordinator, School Enrichment Program

"How competent you are with groups of enthusiastic children! I got excellent feedback on your programs. Thank you so much for sharing your skills. I look forward to working with you again!"
— Teacher, Elementary School

"Can I sit in on one of your sessions? Everyone in the Teacher's Room is talking about what a great job you're doing with the children and how fun it is, and I wanna find out what all the buzz is about!"
— Principal, Elementary School

"Thank you for bringing so many instruments to share with us, and for teaching us about all of them. We had fun and hope that you come back again."
— 1st Grade Teacher and Her Students

"You have such a terrific way with children!"
— Teacher, Elementary School

"This child never speaks in school, not a word to anyone. I've had her every week, and this is the first time she's spoken — and it was to you!"
— Music Teacher, Elementary School, 5 months into the school year

"I love you, Barbara Gail! You teach me so many things!"
— Kindergartner

"I love Barbara."
— 1st Grader

A World of Drums: the magic of rhythm for kids and the whole family!

"Thanks for the great success! Hope we can work together again!!!!"
— Coordinator, Family Day County-wide Event

"You did a super job and we loved it. I hope we have an opportunity to have you come again. We look forward to seeing you at the Common Ground Fair!"
— Parent / Organizer, Home-school Group

"This was great! We had twice as many people come to our library for this event than we usually see!"
— Children's Public Librarian

"Great presentation! We had fun!"
— Parent

"Thanks so much for sharing your rhythm and talents."
— Parent

"This was fabulous!"
— Parent

"Great ideas, great rhythm!"
— Parent

"It was awesome!"
— 10 year old

"Yay Mama Drum!"
— 7 year old

"Can I please stay and try that instrument before I go?"
— Said to me by just bout every kid, every time I do this program

A World of Drums: the magic of rhythm playshop for adults!

"It was great, all the women who participated, loved it! We've been telling everyone what a wonderful experience it was."
— Participant / Coordinator, Women's Arts Day

"Thank you, from the bottom of my heart for the workshop you gave at our wellness retreat. You were wonderful — your energy was wonderful and everyone loved it. We would have played all afternoon. We'd love to have you back in the Fall!"
—Instructor / Owner, Fitness and Health Cetner

"Your description of what you plan to provide for us created for me the vision of exactly what we are looking for: play, music, movement and laughter!"
—Coordinator, Staff Retreat

"Thank you for the role you played in making our retreat a success. The drumming was very well received and appreciated."
—Coordinator, Staff Retreat

"Many thanks for sharing yourself and your beautiful energy with us. Everyone loved your workshop. I appreciate the time and energy you put into coming and doing such a warm presentation. It was so interesting learning about all the instruments and then getting to try them. I also love how you taught us to find our own rhythm."
— Event Coordinator / Participant

Performance: Drums Heard 'Round the World

"Great performance and program, everyone at our school enjoyed it immensely. I only wish we had more time. I have heard very positive comments from students and faculty alike, expecially regardingthe hands-on component. Please keep us in mind for the future."
— Assistant Dean of Students, Prepartatory High School

"Thank you for sharing your wonderful music, and flor giving sounds from around the world. It was awesome!"
—Librarian, Elementary School

"You enhanced the evening by contributing your considerable talent. It was great to have you do it troubadour stile! And then later, at the show, you were terrific… very community."
—Executive Director, Community Event

"We really enjoyed having you bothy. All those who participated loved the variety of instruments and the 'hands-on' approach. Thank you for sharing your talents! I'll be in touch about buying some drums for our program…"
— Coordinator, School Special Programs

"Gala performance! Did you notice how attentive the children were — even the very young ones? You completely captured your audience. People who didn't come have heard about it from friends and have told us how sorry they were that they missed such an opportunity and delight. many, many thanks."
— Children's Librarian, Public Library

"Great show! Wonderful, interesting and delightful!"
— Teacher, Elementary School

"It was a really cool show."
—Elementary School Student

"Thanks for bringing me up on stage to play one of your drums!!!!!"
— Elementary School Student

"I loved your drums!"
— Elementary School Student

"Thanks! You are so cool!"
— Elementary School Student

Jeff's "Tune Your Djembe,"
and Hand-drumming and Percussion Workshops

"I am so pleased to now know how to tune by own drum! Great workshop — you're a wonderful teacher!"
— Participant / Massage Therapist

"Can't wait 'til the next one!"
— Participant / Agricultural Business Employee

"I've had my conga and conga book for a while now. But since I took your workshop, it finally makes sense to me."
— Participant / Professional Musician

"I had so much fun! You're a great teacher."
— Participant / Potter

"Jess, thanks for beingone of a special group of gentle men that I know."
— Female Participant / Customer?School STaff Employee

"This was so worth the trip!"
— Participant / Hand-drummer / Mother who drove 2 hours to get there!

"Thanks, it was fun!"
— Participant / School Administrator

Jeff's Drum Tuning and Repair

"Great job. The drumhead looks and feels great. What a difference for it to be well tunded."
— Customer

"Oh my gosh! You've breathed new life into my drum! It looks and sounds so beautiful!"
— Customer

"WOW!!! It's like a whole new drum!"
— Customer

Jeff's Talks and Presentations

"Great presentation at Awareness Week in ourschool! The kids really enjoyed it and your interaction withthem was great."
— Teacher, Elementary School

"It was very enjoyable to have you as our guest and I feel that the students came away with ideas about how people survive in 3rd world countries and how they make a living."
—Teacher, Middle School

General

"You are both so good at recognizing others for their talents and contributions. I'm learning so very much fromyou. You're the best."
— Participant / Special Education Teacher

"Keep it up, we're all fortunate to have you in Maine!"
— Customer / Professional Musician / Workshop Leader

"You both are very gracious and kind. Thank you for being you!"
— Participant / University Student

"Thank you so much for your trust. It's very nice to know that people like you are still out there. I love the drums I got!
— Customer / Banker