Who is Somesh De Swardt and What does Drum Jam do?
I founded Drum Jam in 2001 after deciding that my hobby of drumming and percussion was slowly dying because I had no-one to drum with! So I organised a Community Drum Circle in Brighton and went to great lengths to advertise and promote it, inviting local drum teachers from the UK and Africa to teach and perform. It was hugely successful and the over 130 people had a great time. This led to further monthly events that although not as well attended due to my commitments with full time work and lack of time to market where still greatly inspiring and fun. In February 2002 after completing a Computer Support contract with an employer I decided that I would create a new life for myself doing something that inspired me and gave me a sense of fulfilment. So I went into full time self-employment. The company has gone from strength to strength and employs several facilitators. Drum Jam do work in numerous communities, from education like schools, universities and colleges to Teambuilding with Corporations and conference events to working in the health sector with disabled and elderly participants. Wherever we take this work people love it and want more!
