The morning light filtered softly through the canopy of Intake Wood, dappling the path ahead as the group gathered, a small circle of curious explorers ready to listen differently. Percussionist and composer Delia Stevens, joined by forestry expert Chris Curry, invited everyone to step into the forest not as visitors but as musicians.
Here, the trees themselves became instruments. Fallen branches revealed hidden tones, bark offered rhythm, and the forest floor hummed with quiet possibility. Delias enthusiasm was infectious, her gestures animated, her ear tuned to every subtle resonance. Chris spoke of the woodland and its character, its growth and decay, the way each tree carries its own voice.
As the group moved deeper into the wood, laughter mingled with birdsong. Sticks tapped against trunks, twigs brushed leaves, and the air filled with a gentle percussion that seemed to rise from the earth itself. It was both playful and profound, a reminder that creativity often begins with listening.
Moments of concentration gave way to smiles and shared discovery. A fallen branch became a drumstick, a hollow log a bass note. Delia encouraged experimentation, guiding hands and ears toward the unexpected harmonies of nature.
By the end, the forest felt alive in a new way, not just a backdrop but a collaborator. The rhythm lingered long after the instruments were set down, echoing through the trees and into memory.
