NEW YORK (www.oneworldbeat.org) - On May 6 and 7, 2006, we are bringing together people around the world to send out a message of peace and unity: Drumming in One World Beat!

The vision:
Our vision is to unite people in different places around the world simultaneously in one hour of drumming in unity. The world has become a true global village and - more than ever before - we are connected with each other. Through the new technologies and the global impact of events, our lives are linked together - we are dependent on each other, what affects one affects us all, and each of us can make a difference for the better. One World Beat uses the power of music to create a positive message of solidarity and we want to invite you to join us.

Participate in this worldwide project:
We are inviting non-profit organizations, youth organizations, peace organizations, drum and percussion schools, musicians, bands, individuals and volunteers to join this global event. The project is coordinated by the non-profit organization One World Beat and our aim is to unite as many people as possible. All the participating groups, events and partners will be listed on the One World Beat website (www.oneworldbeat.org).

Join us !
Date: May 6 - 7 2006 - one hour of simultaneous drumming around the world

Times tables for main cities:
Los Angeles: Sat May 6 - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Chicago: Sat May 6 - 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
New York: Sat May 6 - 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Toronto: Sat May 6 - 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Rio de Janeiro: Sat May 6 - 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
London: Sat May 6 - 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Amsterdam: Sat May 6 - 11:00 PM to Midnight
Geneva: Sat May 6 - 11:00 PM to Midnight
Paris: Sat May 6 - 11:00 PM to Midnight
Johannesburg: Sun May 7 - Midnight to 1:00 AM
Bangkok: Sun May 7 - 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM
Tokyo Sun May 7 - 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Sydney Sun May 7 - 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Participants:
Grassroots project uniting people worldwide: collaboration with non-profit organizations, youth groups, peace organizations, musicians, city administrations, music schools, percussion groups and volunteers.

Objective:
Creating a positive initiative, uniting people of the global village to promote peace and solidarity.

Where:
Participants can get together in any suitable place - indoors or outdoors. We are requesting that all the local organizers have the required permissions and authorizations from the local city administrations.