September 8 2026 Tuesday 6:30 pm
Drumming at Borden Park
Join me for an evening of drumming in the weird little building approx 50 m west of the swimming pool parking lot in Borden Park.
Bringing out the new and improved Big Drum to lead us in creating a bit of good trouble and engaging rhythms.
For your consideration tentative schedule for the evening ....
- Introductions
- Warm up ..... call and response
- Rhythm 1
- Rhythm 2
- Jam session
- Break
- Rhythm 3
- Rhythm 4
- Jam session
Subject to change without notice or warning 
Weird little building (see the attached map)
Map co-ordinates ...... 53°33'48.0"N 113°27'19.9"W
Weird little building (North on 73 st off of 112 ave. Turn west onto Borden Park Rd approx 600 m to swimming pool parking lot. Walk west approx 50 m to the site.
Map co-ordinates ...... 53°33'48.0"N 113°27'19.9"W
All drums and drummers are welcome. Bring your own drum, a chair and a smile.
September 22 2026 Tuesday 7 PM
September 27, 2026 Sunday 1 pM - 4 PM
Build a Gratitude Drum Workshop
For many cultures, people turn to the 4 or 6 directions to express gratitude for the blessings in their lives. There is also a Mayan story which states that 13 thank yous is used to describe an infinite number of directions which in turn gives thanks to all things.
In my homeland it is believed the number 13 brings prosperity and abundant life.
The journey into drum making has brought me many positive and wondrous experiences for which I am eternally grateful. So I created this idea to express my gratitude.
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Come on over to The House with The Orange Cat in central Edmonton with a friend or two and make a Gratitude drum for yourselves.
We will stretch a Canadian Bison hide over a 13" Western Red Cedar frame (the frame is made from thirteen sections).
A drum stick is included.
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Pricing: $200 each based on a minimum of 4 participants. A $50 deposit is required to hold your spot, Etransfer funds to mistermarrazzo@gmail.com
August 31 2026 Monday 6:45 PM
Drumming in Picnic Shelter #1 next to The Planetarium.
Join me for an evening of drumming.
Bringing out the latest version of The Big Drum to lead us in creating a bit of good trouble and engaging rhythms.
For your consideration tentative schedule for the evening ....
- Introductions
- Warm up ..... call and response
- Rhythm 1
- Rhythm 2
- Jam session
- Break
- Rhythm 3
- Rhythm 4
- Jam session
Subject to change without notice or warning :)
We will be at Picnic Site #1 approx 50M to the north of The Planetarium. Map co-ordinates 53.562643, -113.561262
See the attached map with the red lines.
All drums and drummers are welcome. Bring your own drum and a chair.
August 20 2026 Thursday 7 PM - 8:30 pm
Drumming in the weird little building in Borden Park
Join me for an evening of drumming in the weird little building approx 50 m west of the swimming pool parking lot in Borden Park.
Bringing out the big drum to lead us in creating a bit of good trouble and engaging rhythms.
For your consideration tentative schedule for the evening ....
- Introductions
- Warm up ..... call and response
- Rhythm 1
- Rhythm 2
- Jam session
- Break
- Rhythm 3
- Rhythm 4
- Jam session
Subject to change without notice or warning
Weird little building (North on 73 st off of 112 ave. Turn west onto Borden Park Rd approx 600 m to swimming pool parking lot. Walk west approx 50 m to the site.
Map co-ordinates ...... 53°33'48.0"N 113°27'19.9"W
All drums and drummers are welcome. Bring your own drum, a chair and a smile.
August 12 2026 Wednesday 7 PM - 8:30 pm
Drumming in the Borden Park Band Shell
Join me for an evening of a drum drum drumming drum event.
Bringing out the big drum to lead us in creating a bit of good trouble and engaging rhythms.
For your consideration tentative schedule for the evening ....
- Introductions
- Warm up ..... call and response
- Rhythm 1
- Jam session
- Break
- Rhythm 2
- Jam session
Subject to change without notice or warning
Borden Park Band Shell
Park in the pool parking lot and walk west to the band shell.
Map co-ordinates ...... 53.56337830083053, -113.45689918853877
All drums and drummers are welcome. Bring your own drum, a chair and a smile
May 1, 2026
Another Pop Up Drum Circle
All drums and drummers are welcome. Bring your own drum, a chair and a smile.
Let's meet at 6:45PM in the NW corner of Hawrelak Park just north of Picnic Area #1.
Map location 53.530347, -113.555083
Frame Drum Trouble Making coming soon. Stay tuned.
Please consider these rules before coming to this circle.
I did a Google search and this is an AI overview.
Drum circle rules focus on community, respect, and shared rhythm rather than individual performance. Key etiquette includes listening more than playing, matching the group’s volume, avoiding metal jewelry that can damage drums, and asking permission before playing someone else’s instrument. The goal is to support the collective groove.
Core Drum Circle Etiquette & Rules
• Listen First, Play Later: Before joining in, listen to the rhythm, tempo, and volume to find a place to fit in.
• Play at Group Volume: Do not overpower others. If you cannot hear the person next to you, you are playing too loudly.
• Respect Instruments: Never play or touch someone else's drum without asking permission first.
• Leave Space: Do not fill every second with notes. Silence is also part of the music.
• Soloing Etiquette: Do not solo at the same time as someone else. Keep solos short and share the space.
• Avoid Jewelry: Remove rings, watches, and bracelets, as they can damage drum heads.
• Keep the Beat: If you are a beginner, look for the "heartbeat" drummer (usually an experienced player) and match their tempo.
• Leave Egos Outside: Drum circles are for collective expression, not competition.
• Join Safely: Do not jump into a seat that someone just left, as they may be coming back.
Respect the Circle: If you must have a conversation, leave the physical circle to talk.
March 29 2026
Drum Making Workshop in the house with the Orange Cat
In the center of the big city an oldish man lives in a house with an orange cat. There are treasures here beyond belief; well actually it’s not that hard to believe. Along with the Horse, Bison, Cow and Deer hides that are wanting to be turned into drums, there are frames from 14.5" to 18". The frames are made from Western Red Cedar and are either oiled or flamed. Contact the oldish man to request the hide, size and finish you want(limited quantities).
If you’re ready to make a drum of your own, I will be hosting a 4 hour workshop at the house with the orange cat. Tools and materials are supplied. All you have to bring is your willingness.
If one person registers
14.5" Frame Drum & stick $300
If more than one person registers /per drum
14.5" Frame Drum & stick $255
Available in the greater Edmonton area only.
A $50 deposit via e-transfer or cash is required to save your spot of 3 available. c.a.marrazzo@gmail.com
Text me at 780-293-7081 or email with your questions.
Feb 22 2026
Drum Making Workshop in the house with the Orange Cat
In the center of the big city an oldish man lives in a house with an orange cat. There are treasures here beyond belief; well actually it’s not that hard to believe. Along with the Horse, Bison, Cow and Deer hides that are wanting to be turned into drums, there are frames from 14.5" to 18". The frames are made from Western Red Cedar and are either oiled or flamed. Contact the oldish man to request the hide, size and finish you want(limited quantities).
If you’re ready to make a drum of your own, I will be hosting a 4 hour workshop at the house with the orange cat. Tools and materials are supplied. All you have to bring is your willingness.
If one person registers
14.5" Frame Drum & stick $300
If more than one person registers /per drum
14.5" Frame Drum & stick $255
Available in the greater Edmonton area only.
A $50 deposit via e-transfer or cash is required to save your spot of 3 available. c.a.marrazzo@gmail.com
Text me at 780-293-7081 or email with your questions.
November 9 2025
A Gathering of Drums and Something Other Than
**Weather permitting**
It looks like it might be fine enough. I'll call it Sunday by noon.
For your entertainment.
We'll start with frame drum practice
And then, I don't know yet. Either a story or something other than.
Finishing off with a round of lively free form drumming.
Location - The house with the orange cat.
Don't have a drum? No problem, I have extra drums that you can borrow. Just let me know.
November 2 2025
Something Different Afoot (Finding your Gold)
**Weather permitting**
For your entertainment.
We'll start with frame drum practice
Then we will walk & drum
No story this week (something different afoot)
Finishing off with a round of lively free form drumming.
Picnic area #1 at Borden Park. Google co-ordinates 53.56363296318965, -113.45769663471523
Don't have a drum? No problem, I have extra drums that you can borrow. Just let me know.
October 19 2025
Drum Walk and Story Time
We'll start with frame drum practice and walk.
Then the story.
Followed by feeding the story.
And a bit more drumming.
Finishing off with a round of lively drumming.
Picnic area #1 at Borden Park. Google co-ordinates 53.56363296318965, -113.45769663471523
Don't have a drum? No problem, I have extra drums that you can borrow. Just let me know.
October 9 2025
Taking a break.
Due to colder weather coming our way we'll be taking a break for the foreseeable future.
It's time to move indoors. Looking for a location no smaller than the size of a classroom preferably centrally located and free of charge. Or, there will have to be a cost for each event to cover rent. Let's see what happens,
October 5 2025
Weaving the World
For your entertainment, I invite you to lay under this special Horse Hide drum for a few moments and feel the power of the drum.
We'll start with frame drum practice, no walk this week. Do bring your frame drums as they will add to the power of the Horse Hide drum.
Then telling of the story,
Followed by feeding the story.
Then one by one(optional) lay under the Horse Drum for a relaxing interlude to your day.
Finishing off with a round of lively drumming.
Picnic area #1 at Borden Park. Google co-ordinates 53.56363296318965, -113.45769663471523
Don't have a drum? No problem, I have extra drums that you can borrow. Just let me know.
September 15 2025
The Story of Raccoon and Friends
Frame Drum based Trouble Making (the good kind) presents
a story of transformation.
We'll start with frame drum practice and walk.
Then the story.
Followed by feeding the story.
And a bit more drumming.
Please meet at the swimming pool parking lot at the east end of the park at 6pm, Borden Park Road just west of 73St. Coordinates 53.563121, -113.453775
Don't have a drum? No problem, I have extra drums that you can borrow if you want to join us. Just let me know.
September 14 2025
The Story of Two Birds and The Tree of Life
Frame Drum based Trouble Making (the good kind) presents
a story of how we can find new beginnings in every ending.
We'll start with frame drum practice and walk.
Then the story.
Followed by feeding the story.
And a bit more drumming.
Please meet at the swimming pool parking lot at the east end of the park at 10:15 am, Borden Park Road just west of 73St. Coordinates 53.563121, -113.453775
Don't have a drum? No problem, I have extra drums that you can borrow if you want to join us. Just let me know.
September 7 2025
The Story of Raccoon and Friends
Let's gather for a leisurely drum walk through the park to help heal our souls and the soul of the world.
The walk will be about half an hour so bring a fairly lightweight hand held frame drum, and appropriate gear to keep you comfortable.
I'll be reading the tale of Raccoon & Friends after the walk.
Please meet at the swimming pool parking lot at the east end of the park. Borden Park Road just west of 73St. Coordinates 53.563121, -113.453775
Don't have a drum? No problem, I have 5 extra drums that you can borrow if you want to join us. Just let me know.
September 1 2025
August 31 2025
Frame Drum Healing Walk
Let's gather for a leisurely walk through the park to help heal our souls and the soul of the world.
The walk will be about half an hour so bring a fairly lightweight hand held frame drum, and appropriate gear to keep you comfortable.. I'll be reading a very short story before the walk and we can discuss the experience at the end.
We will meet at the swimming pool parking lot at the east end of the park. Borden Park Road just west of 73St.
If you don't have a frame drum, you can buy one from me at https://carloframedrums.etsy.com or I'll have a class on the 26th at 6PM for anyone interested in making their own drum. Contact me for details.
July 2025
Coming soon an 18.5" drum and a 15.5" drum on torched Cedar frames. The hide is Bison. They will be ready for purchase on my Etsy store https://carloframedrums.etsy.com on August 1st 2025.