Wellness through drumming.

An engaging aerobic, muscle and mind-strengthening activity perfect for you.

Testimonials

  • A school building with a blue roof, a red brick exterior, and a clock tower on top, with an open book at the base.

    "We had Steve for our Memory Cafe, everyone had a great time! It was nice to look around the room and see everyone participating and smiling because they were having such a great time. Steve demonstrated the basics of drumming and lead us on a musical adventure. Steve brought us for a trip down memory lane with his music selection. Would definitely have him again!"

    Palmer Senior Center

  • A middle-aged man with light brown hair, smiling, wearing a light blue shirt against a gray background.

    "We had the pleasure of Steve performing for a lunchtime Memory Cafe at the Sudbury Senior Center yesterday and he did an awesome job. There were over 20 attending and he had them drumming, singing and even dancing toward the end of his performance. His interactive style really made the difference."

    Bob DePeron

  • Logo with the letters R, B, and C formed by drumsticks. The word RESPECTFUL BEATS is written below.

    "I definitely recommend Respectful Beats!! Steve is awesome! My residents always enjoy his programs. We can’t wait to have him back at our facility again!!

    Carissa Janeiro

  • A man wearing headphones and speaking into a microphone in a recording studio.

    "I have known Steve for many years now, first as his teacher then as a contemporary in the drum world. With his determination and skills I knew he would be a successful musician in his ongoing path. With his Respectful Beats business he has created an amazing and worthwhile enterprise. I have the highest respect for this man, and with his ability to reach people he has created a very important musical statement."

    Bob Gullotti

  • A man and woman taking a selfie together in a room, with the woman sitting next to a recycling bin.

    "Steve does an excellent job of interacting with the residents, having them perform along side him and performing for them. Highly recommend!"

    Daniel Petitt

  • Logo for Respectful Beats featuring stylized letters R and B with musical drumsticks and cymbals.

    "Steve is new to our facility. He has been Performing the Drumming Circle for the past three months. The residents really enjoy his programs. They asked me to invite him back again. Steve is very friendly, outgoing and has a lot of patients. I recommend that you should try a drum event with Respectful Beats."

    Ann Marie Grenon Greeno

  • "★★★★★"

    Ellen Petito Micol

  • Logo for Respectful Beats with the word "Respectful" stylized as the word "Re" with each letter forming the shape of musical turntables with tonearms in blue, teal, and orange, and the word "Beats" beneath.

    "Steve is amazing, my residents absolutely love him! I am the director of the Memory support program and each and every one of my residents move to the beat of the music, this is our favorite program! Thanks Steve!"

    Jazz Ross

  • Logo for Respectful Beats with stylized letters R and B integrated with drumsticks and drums

    "Our residents truly enjoy this workshop and they love Steve! They’re always looking forward to this class offering!"

    Kristin Bonasoro Doucette

Benefits of a Respectful Beats Workshop

A man playing drums on a stage in front of an audience seated on chairs, with sunlight casting shadows inside a room with wooden panel walls, some sofas, and various equipment.
A group of elderly people sitting in a living room, listening to a musician playing drums and cymbals.
Group of six people seated in a circle, participating in a drumming circle with various drums, while a standing person leads the activity.
An elderly woman with short gray hair, glasses, and a floral sweater, sitting on a chair and playing a tambourine. The room has beige walls, patterned curtains, and chairs with light-colored cushions.
An elderly woman with short red hair and a light purple long-sleeve shirt sitting on a wooden chair, holding a small drum with a white top, in a room with beige walls and a patterned carpet.
A jazz band performs in a cozy, dimly lit lounge with an audience seated at tables and on chairs.
Group of elderly people seated in a row in a common area, with a music therapist playing drums in front of them.
  • Group of elderly people sitting in a room, some holding percussion instruments, as a person plays drums; framed art posters on the wall

    Drumming for Seniors

    Stay active, sharp, and connected with drumming lessons designed just for seniors—an enjoyable way to boost your health, coordination, and creativity while having fun in a supportive community!

  • A four-member band performs outdoors in a park, with a drummer, two guitarists, and a keyboard player, as a man sings into a microphone, surrounded by green trees and park benches.

    Workshops & Live Jazz

    Do you want to include a drumming activity at your next ice breaker event? Do you need live music for your next gathering? Our workshops and live jazz offerings have you covered!

  • Man playing a drum set in a wooden room with a window.

    Drum Set Instruction

    Do you want to discover the joy of drumming with personalized lessons designed to help you master beats, build confidence, and have fun? We can help! No experience required!