HCL Kicks Off Their New Noida Office with Beats, Bonds, and Big Energy — Powered by Drum Circle India
- Tanya Chauhan
- Apr 12
- 3 min read
When HCL, one of India’s leading tech giants, opened the doors to its brand-new office in Noida, it wasn’t just a physical shift—it was a chance to spark something fresh within the team. A new beginning calls for more than desks and devices; it needs connection, culture, and collaboration.
So when Senior HR Ruchi Nair envisioned this transition, she knew it had to start on a high note—literally.
That’s when Drum Circle India was brought in to help the HCL team find its rhythm. The result? An electric, heart-pounding team-building session that transformed the workplace into a space of energy, bonding, and shared joy.
Why HCL Chose Drum Circle India to Build Team Vibes
Setting the Tone with Beats, Not Briefings
Walking into a new office is exciting, but it can also be a little... quiet. New faces, unfamiliar spaces, and the subtle awkwardness of settling in. Ruchi Nair understood this and decided to swap out traditional icebreakers for something more powerful: rhythm.
With Djembes in hand, team members from across departments gathered for a dynamic, music-driven session that had everyone smiling, laughing, and most importantly—connecting. No speeches. No PowerPoints. Just pure, heart-thumping engagement.
One Rhythm, One Team
In the corporate world, collaboration often starts with meetings. But at HCL’s Noida office, it began with music. The session introduced a fun, intuitive “drum language” that everyone could pick up, regardless of musical background.
People who had never spoken before suddenly found themselves jamming in sync. It wasn’t just about playing a beat—it was about listening, adjusting, responding. Exactly the kind of skills that define a high-performing team.
Fun That Forges Real Connections
This wasn’t your typical corporate bonding exercise. The drum circle flipped the script. There were no trust falls or team presentations—just unfiltered fun. Laughter echoed through the room as the beats built up.
Colleagues turned into collaborators, and the energy in the room shifted from polite professionalism to full-blown camaraderie. It was vibrant, it was inclusive, and above all, it was memorable.
More Than Music—It Was a Mood Shift
While the drum circle only lasted an afternoon, the aftereffects stayed long after the drums were packed up. Employees left feeling recharged, connected, and more in tune with each other. The positive energy from the session echoed into their daily workflow, uplifting morale and setting a collaborative tone for the new office culture.
The Magic of the Right Environment
The open layout of HCL’s new Noida office was the perfect venue. With plenty of room to move, dance, and play, the space became a canvas for collective creativity. The beats reverberated through the room—and into the heart of the workplace culture being built.
And this wasn’t a one-time gig. In fact, this was the second time HCL called in Drum Circle India to lead a session. Clearly, the rhythm of connection keeps calling them back.
A Huge Shoutout to Ruchi Nair
This unforgettable moment wouldn’t have happened without Ruchi Nair’s vision. Her belief in creating meaningful team-building experiences made all the difference. Thank you for inviting us back, not once but twice—here’s to many more such rhythm-fueled milestones.
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