For the past 9 years we* have had the honor of performing as a solo act ("Drum Beats") for the Los Angeles Marathon.  Drumming at Mile 18 (Wilshire & Crescent Heights) for the first 3 years, then at Mile 14 for 2007,  Mile 9 (Olympic & Magnolia) for the 2008, Mile 18 for 2009,  Mile 19 for 2010,  Mile 18 for 2011, and mile 19 for 2012 and 2013.   (Note:  Race day 2011 presented a tremendous challenge as the day was filled with heavy rains.  It was an obstacle but we continued drumming throughout the storm).  Participating in the Los Angeles Marathon has been a very rewarding experience.  Many of those running in the Marathon train to the pulse of the drum beats as I engage in my early morning drum sessions at Griffith Park.   The run/drum combination seems to be such a natural fit.  The runners harness energy from drum beats and vice versa.  The LA Marathon is a very inspirational event and we look forward to returning once again.  

 

*"We" refers to the spirit within, the spirit of the drum, the spirit of our ancestors, and the spirit of God.