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African drumming, African dancing, African drum and dance IMbirae camp, Australia.
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African drumming, African dance, African drum and dance camp, Australia.
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rhythm konnections invites you to our first N'Jinje Retreat
Drum, Dance, MBira and Song
April 25th-27th 2008
Eagle Hights Mt Tamborine Gold Coast Hinterland
Are you ready for this?
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Rhythm Konnections Is proud to host the first Njinji Retreat with returning master musician Chris Berry (panjea) from USA via Africa. We extend a warm welcome to Chris & Together with the rhythm konnections team, Chinta, Cheze & Elliott Orr as support teachers this retreat promises to be a passionate 3 days of celebration through drumming, dancing, m'bira & singing.
For the advanced, it is a time to excel & learn new & exciting material. for the novice, it is a chance to join the ever
growing circle of people passionate about African music. Become part of the fabric of the incredible musical community
we will create. Feel the rhythm Konnection!!
Take this opportunity to experience n’jinji with Chris Berry, an exceptional teacher & musician.
Chris has been recognized as one of the worlds leading practitioners of African Music & Dance. After 23 years of study, initiation & immersion in African music, He has been Given the name Gwenyambira “one whose music calls the spirit”. A distinction reserved only for those who have mastered both the complexity & magic of the music. now Based in New York & touring regularly with his incredible world fusion dance band PANJEA, Chris, advised by many of Zimbabwes spirit mediums has embarked on an international journey to share the ancient knowledge of Njinji. It is the hope that people around the globe will become practitioners of this powerful healing art form & use it as a means of strengthening ourselves, our communities & ultimately restoring balance & joy back into our societies. |
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one of the most ancient ZIMBABWEAN traditions is a community gathering that is focused on healing & celebration using music, dance & storytelling. It will take place around a fire under the stars (weather permitting) or in the centers Temple. This is an opportunity to experience the music in it’s true cultural context & really experience the true power of Njinji. |
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Each day consists of two 1 ½ hour drum & dance classes & two 1 hr m’bira classes. Students may choose to enjoy a couple classes & ENJOY THE surrounds & pool or practice in small groups or attend all classes. Professional drum and dance teachers will run support classes each day to revise each rhythm & dance.
Please arrive at the centre by 8am for registration and room allocation. Followed by opening ceremony and classes at 9am. Lunch at 12pm. |
Your investment:
Shared room: $425
Private Room: $475
All Fees Include:
2 nights Acc, 3 sumptuous vegetarian Meals/day,
3 days Tuition
Bookings Essential
Click here to down load E-Brochure registration form.
rhythm konnections 11th annual African drum and dance camp.
January 6th-11th 2008
This years camp was a great success many thanks to our teachers Mohamed Bangoura, Valanga Khoza, and
Lamine Sonko. Together we experience a passionate week of ancient African culture. We learn new rhythms and dances, shared ceremony, made music, shared meals, laugh, swim and create community, in the beautiful natural setting of Lake Ainsworth Lenox Head.
location
The camp is held at Lake Ainsworth Sport & Recreation Centre. Which is superbly situated on the shores of the beautiful freshwater tea tree lake and only 50m from the expanse of the Pacific Ocean & white sands of 7 mile beach. The centre is 2 km from Lennox Head, 20mins south of Byron Bay.
comments from past participants
"For me this African drum and dance camp was wonderful!! The progress each student made in class was astounding. The time with other students and teachers outside of class was valuable. Thank you so much!!” - Susannah Breaden, from Victoria.
“The highlight of the camp for me was to find something recreational to do during the holidays for the whole family. I loved the music and being in a community that enjoys the same passion for African music. The food was terrific!!!” - Allan Mourad from QLD
“Had an absolute ball, the people, the food, and memories of the most awesome drum tuition and tribal living will stay with me forever! Thank-you! Looking forward to the next!” - Jan of Crows Nest
“What I enjoyed the most about the African drum and dance camp was the wonderful healing energy through the sense of community. Everyone is so open and generous. I love the way the children became everyone’s children. This is powerful healing. This is how I dream the world could be. I can not thank-you enough for such a valuable experience on so many levels. It has changed my life!!!” - Julia from QLD
in every heart their beats a drum in every drum their beats a heart
since the beginning of time humanity has danced in joys physical response to the beat
to induce states of ecstasy trance and celebration
we hope that you will join us to really experience the joy and ecstasy of African drumming, dance and singing.
