He has been playing various types of drums and percussion instruments since the age of 12. Alan is currently a member of the dynamic, Miami band Xperimento www.Xperimento.com. Alan has toured extensively and performed with artists such as Grammy winner Jorge Moreno, twice Grammy nominated Locos Por Juana, Suenalo, Tani Gil, Elastic Bond, Smiling Gums, Carlos Planas, Romeo, Gocho, Noelia, Carlingha
, Milissa, DJ Shlomi, Alejandra Czarny, Niki Em., and others. Alan Reyna has been teaching drumming to children, since 2007, in schools such as The David Posnack preschool, Casa dei Bambini Montessori school, Miami Shores Montessori, Aventura Montessori, City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation, and Homeschoolers of Miami Enrichment. Alan accompanies Djs in House music sets and is available for hire for private events. Alan has recently become certified as a Remo Health Rhythms facilitator and is proud to present Alan Reyna, Inc. and www.alanreyna.com The global medical community is recognizing the effects of drumming for wellness for a variety of populations. From Parkinsons, Cancer, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, geriatric, pediatric, corporate team-building, stress-relief, veterans, post traumatic stress disorder and more.. studies are being done and are proving that drumming provides many benefits.
7 Evidence-Based Elements:
Stress-Reduction
HealthRHYTHMS (Group Composite Drumming) strengthened the immune system by increasing Natural Killer (NK) cell activity. (Bittman, Alternative Therapies, 2001) This protocol also reversed multiple components of the human stress response on the genomic level, not just reducing but reversing 19 genetic switches that turn on the stress response believed responsible in the development of common diseases. (Bittman, Medical Science Monitor, 2005)
Exercise
Drumming is an accessible exercise which burns calories and improves mood and may reduce the risk of disease. A Norwegian study of 25,000 women age 20-54 that performed leisure time exercises at least 4 hours/week experienced a 37% reduction in the risk of breast cancer. (Thune, Brenn, Lund, Gaard, 1997)
Self-Expression
HealthRHYTHMS Empowers people to move beyond their perceived boundaries. Camaraderie/Support
A 1992 Duke University Study linked lengthened lifespan with having a close confidant. HealthRHYTHMS protocol builds camaraderie and support by creating a safe space where people feel comfortable sharing and offering support. Nurturing
HealthRHYTHMS protocol creates a level playing field where support of growth and development is encouraged. As equal partners in this process participants often discover inner strength and encouragement by those sharing the experience. Spirituality
HealthRHYTHMS is a group hand-drumming protocol. According to Jan Gregory, Adjunct Professor of Liturgy, Worship and Spirituality at Hartford Seminary, “Hand drumming is an ancient art that has been used in many cultures. The music of drums creates a conduit to the Divine. This is an opportunity to experience worship with our bodies as well as our minds”. Music-Making
Systematic inquiry into the relationship between music and brain function is one of the most rapidly developing fields of human research. “Music making offers extensive exercise for brain cells and their synapses (connections). It would be difficult to find another activity that engages so many of the brain’s systems.”(Weinberger, N., 1998)
