Parkinson's Beats

Parkinson's Beats We are Parkinson’s Beats, an exercise drumming group for people living with neurological conditions. Welcome to Parkinson's Beats. Our aim, drum and have fun!

We formed in 2022 with help from Parkinson's UK Scotland activity grant. More recently we have been awarded a grant from the National Lottery Community Fund. Exercise Drumming is fully inclusive: it can be done seated or standing, using one arm or two, or your whole body if you are able. The movements are as strong or gentle as the individual’s or group's ability dictates. It is suitable for all a

ge groups and all abilities. There are no standards to achieve, no right or wrong way to drum, just enjoy.

Great night. Excellent music.didn’t know that I liked heavy metal so much……my convent schooling encouraged me not to,if ...
12/04/2026

Great night. Excellent music.didn’t know that I liked heavy metal so much……my convent schooling encouraged me not to,if only I had known 😄

BBC Radio Scotland is searching for outstanding community heroes for their Make a Difference Awards 2026. These awards ...
05/03/2026

BBC Radio Scotland is searching for outstanding community heroes for their Make a Difference Awards 2026.
These awards celebrate individuals, groups and animals who go above and beyond to help others.
Do you know someone who deserves recognition — a great volunteer, young hero or even a helpful animal?
You can nominate them for a Make a Difference Award 2026.
Nominate and view categories, terms and the privacy notice at https://www.bbc.co.uk/makeadifference
Nominations close at 5pm on Tuesday 31st March 2026.

Had a really fun afternoon with the Shetland Parkinsons Group, finally introducing them to the abject joy of exercise dr...
17/02/2026

Had a really fun afternoon with the Shetland Parkinsons Group, finally introducing them to the abject joy of exercise drumming! The room was alight with the smiles of all concerned.

Thanks for the help in setting this up

Joan Smith
Leisel Malcolmson

Parkinson's UK in Scotland

Gordon's last stànd
20/01/2026

Gordon's last stànd

13/01/2026

Most of my fellow drummers will know that my husband Gordon Holland lost a brave and very painful battle with cancer on 29th December 2025. His funeral will be held at 1100 am on 19th January 2026 at W G Catto in Elgin. As a mark of respect and to allow group members to attend if they want to, i have decided to cancel drumming on that morning only. Normal service will resume from 22nd January.

08/01/2026

We are back this afternoon at 2.00 pm. Drumming sessions commence, so if you want to work off that post christmas apathy and have fun while you do this, join Sharon Finlay and me and get those HAPPY MUSCLES flexing!

On the way home from choir Christmas concert. Aah the wonder of nature
12/12/2025

On the way home from choir Christmas concert. Aah the wonder of nature

03/12/2025

Another opportunity to hear the fabulous Fochabers Community Sing as they join The Arc Fiddlers for :

An evening of Christmas and Scottish music with
The Arc Fiddlers, Junior Arc Fiddlers & Fochabers Community Sing!

🎄 The Annual Christmas Concert 2025 🎄
We’re delighted to welcome everyone back for this year’s festive celebration!

This year, we’re supporting two wonderful charities:

🌍 Tanzania Project – Three of the young people from the Arc Fiddlers will be travelling to Tanzania on a school trip to take part in community development projects.

💙 A-ND Moray – A local charity that creates opportunities for autistic and neurodivergent people by supporting them and their families.

There will also be a raffle and home baking available during the break — so please bring along some cash if you’d like to take part and support these great causes.

We look forward to celebrating with you! ✨

Doors open from 7pm, music starts at 7.30pm.

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03/12/2025
01/11/2025

We had a superb day at the Aberdeen Parkinsons Support Group. What a superb reception we were given and every face had a smile on it, or a giggle. They drummed on their yoga balls, they drummed on their knees and they drummed on the table. It felt triumphant! Thanks Aberdeen for really engaging with us and what can I say about the 'boy band'. We really hope to see some of you online sometime?

So sorry we missed you Gary Laing

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