A Story of Passion
Trust Drum Circles was born out of a deep passion for rhythm and a belief in the transformative power of music to unite and heal. Since 2022, the organization has empowered communities by harnessing the therapeutic benefits of rhythm to support mental health, foster connection, and preserve cultural traditions. Its mission is to educate and inspire through music-based programs, spread the joy and inclusivity of drum circles, and contribute to a new vision for mental health care—one rooted in the healing power of rhythm and music.
Trust Drum Circles is more than just a program—it’s a movement dedicated to redefining how music and rhythm can enhance lives and transform communities.
What We Do
Answering the Need
Trust Drum Circles is answering the growing need for inclusive, therapeutic programming by providing accessible drumming experiences that support emotional wellness, social connection, and self-expression for individuals of all abilities.
In doing so, we have developed adaptable programs and curriculum that we proudly share with community partners to amplify impact and expand access.
Serving the Community
Trust Drum Circles offers a variety of services aimed at bringing the transformative power of music to your daily lives. From interactive drum circles to private parties, community events, and customized programs, each experience is designed to foster connection, self-expression, and emotional well-being for people of all ages and abilities.
- Interactive Drum Circles
- Drumming Lessons
- Private Parties and Events
International Projects
Through impactful international collaborations, we’re creating meaningful opportunities for African drum makers, artists, and young adults in orphanages across Cameroon, Kenya, and Tanzania. Through engaging drum circles, hands-on drum-making workshops, and cultural art promotion, we spark change—one beat at a time. Our projects are intentionally designed to expand access and opportunity, offering platforms where individuals can express themselves, share their art with the world, and build connections across cultures.
- 1000 Drum Project
- Trust Drum Circles Network
In just over two years, Trust Drum Circles is proud of all it has accomplished and the meaningful impact it has made in the community.
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Drums Donated
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Program Partners
The Science Behind Rhythm
- Ascenso, Sara et al. “Promoting well-being through group drumming with mental health service users and their carers.” International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being vol. 13,1 (2018)
- Perkins, Rosie et al. “Making music for mental health: how group drumming mediates recovery.” Psychology of well-being vol. 6,1 (2016)
Meet the Supporters Who Make Our Work Possible
Community Impact Through Rhythm
Meet Our Founder
Maseh Nchang is an accomplished international drummer and therapeutic drumming professional, recognized for founding Trust Drum Circles. Originally from the U.S. and influenced by African musical culture during his upbringing in Cameroon, he returned to Ohio in 2017 to earn both a Bachelor’s degree and an MBA from Ohio Dominican University, focusing on Finance, Accounting, and Fine Arts.
Maseh is dedicated to the therapeutic use of music, having completed training in music therapy and Integrated Community Drum Circle Facilitation in the U.S. and Canada. His mission revolves around utilizing rhythm as a universal language of healing, focusing on the mental health benefits of therapeutic drumming. Maseh is also a board member of the Northeast Ohio Healing Arts Alliance.
"Trust Drum Circles builds resilient communities through empowerment and cultural preservation. Their work creates sustainable futures, and I’m proud to support their journey." -Donor
