Sound Healing & Self Expression Group

Dave Green runs a monthly sound healing and self-expression group at Zen @ Digbeth, and the next session is on Wednesday 4 November, 6:00 to 7:00 pm. It's a class that pulls together a few different practices — shamanic drumming, singing bowls, mantras and chants, and tuning forks — all in one hour.

One thing that sets it apart from a lot of what you'll find in this space is that it doesn't ask you to sit still or empty your mind. It's a free-flowing format that Dave adapts to the group's needs and preferences on the night, so it's less about following a strict script and more about where the room goes. This particular session starts with the different elemental rhythms and how to enhance your inner beat and vibration, which gives you a concrete place to begin before the session opens up.

Because it's a monthly thing, it's easy to drop into without having to commit to a long course. If you're new to sound healing, the variety of tools — from the drumming to the singing bowls — means you get a broad look at how different sounds work rather than just one approach. It's as much about expression as it is about listening, so it's not a passive experience.

Practical details: the session runs from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at Zen @ Digbeth, 162 High Street, Deritend, B12 0LD. Tickets are £11.55 via Eventbrite. The group meets in the room downstairs from The Zen Shop, which the listing notes is not well ventilated, so it's worth keeping that in mind if you're sensitive to the air.