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World Rhythm Festival 2004

Photo by Jerry Sitser
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"Dearest force of nature... When I feel tired or down, I remember your small hands drumming away the demons and calling the winds. Thank you!"
Isabel Allende, author
"My whole life I wanted to drum and dance but I thought I was rhythmically challenged. Thank you for helping me find, feel and keep the beat!"
K. Vincent
"Simone does not just teach drumming: she has helped me get in touch with the emotional and physical facets of rhythm that are very centering and seem to be deep, ancient, natural and healing."
Beth Patrick
"Simone has a contagious enthusiasm for her art that invites the youngsters to not let learning barriers or defenses defeat them...her lessons go far beyond fundamental skills by including a respect for the drum and an appreciation for music of all cultures."
Joan E. Moore, Counselor
Echo Glen Children's Center
"This is one funny woman and her classes are a ball! I found out why they call her the Dr. Ruth of Drumming!"
Steven Gross
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