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We are pleased to invite you to the eighth annual
Camp Tumbuka - 2007
Wednesday May 30 through Monday June 4
also see Bantu Camp
information
Camp Tumbuka takes place at the
Synergia Ranch in the heart of
New Mexico and focuses on Marimba, Mbira, Song, Dance, and Drum of the
Shona people of Zimbabwe. Our goal is to create a community village atmosphere
conducive to passing on the ancient beauty and wisdom of Shona culture.
For further
information please call Curtis, our camp coordinator, at (505) 281-0616 or email
tumbuka@panjea.org

Printable PDF
Driving Directions ~
Printable PDF registration
here!
Driving Directions
and Ranch Info (link to Synergia)
DAILY OFFERINGS
Marimba Workshops - 5 hours of beginning, 5 hours of
intermediate and 5 hours of advanced marimba are offered daily in 2 1/2 hour sessions
- morning and afternoon.
Mbira Dzavadzimu & Nyunga Nyunga -
Two 2 1/2 hour sessions are offered daily for beginning, intermediate and advanced
levels. Also
private instruction will be offered depending on the availability of the various teachers.
Song - Singing classes are offered for all levels and will include a cappella
singing as well as songs to accompany marimba, mbira and drums.
Dance - One dance class will be offered daily for all levels. Dances will be taught
to accompany mbira, marimba and various drum rhythms.
Drumming - Classes will focus on Zimbabwe-style
drumming. Bring your own
drums!
Shona Guitar - Both folk and electric styles of guitar will be explored in classes
geared towards people already possessing fundamental guitar technique.

GUEST ARTISTS AND TEACHERS
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For this year's Camp Tumbuka, as of
March 15, 2007 (subject to change) |
Chris Berry
Tute Chigamba
Rujeko Dumbutshena
Marian Grebanier
Trymore Jombo
Curtis Johnson (camp
coordinator)
Jennifer Kyker
John H.M. Mambira
Mpho G. Mambira |
Lora Chiorah-Dye
Sheesby
Matiure
Themba Mawoko
Maria Minnaar
Lucky Moyo
Tendai Muparutsa
Armando Ortega
Peter Swing |
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SPECIAL OFFERINGS
Musangano Circle - This community time will take place around the evening fire and will give us
an opportunity to share our music, dance, storytelling and teaching outside of the classroom
environment. This is a time for informal performances from both camp participants and teachers
alike.
Student/Teacher Performance - Near the end of the camp, we invite the greater community at
large to join us for a performance by camp participants and teachers. Old favorites as well as new
material learned at camp will be presented. Admission is
$10 at the door for non-participants; seating is
limited.
Extra Stuff - Synergia Ranch is equipped with a large wood heated sauna and surrounded by miles
of hiking territory through New Mexico's beautiful high desert mountainous terrain. Day excursions
can be taken to the cultural mecca of Santa Fe, or the quaint historic town of Madrid, both just
15-20 minutes drive from Synergia.

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Before April 24th |
After April 24th |
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Children |
Adults |
Children |
Adults |
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Daily Fee |
$75 |
$120 |
$85 |
$135 |
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Full-Time Fee |
$195 |
$415 |
$225 |
$450 |
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MEALS AND ACCOMMODATIONS
Camping is the main accommodation at the ranch, so please
bring your own all-weather camping gear (sleeping bag, tent,
etc). Hot water and bathing facilities are available. Hotel accommodations
are also available in Santa Fe. The La Quinta Inn (800-531-5900)
is just 10 minutes from Synergia Ranch. Please note, dogs are NOT
allowed at Synergia.
Meals - Three meals will be provided daily for vegetarians and
non-vegetarians alike. Vegetarian entrees are provided at each
meal; however, special dietary needs cannot be accommodated and
must be provided for by participants themselves. Make sure
to bring your own drinking water, a water bottle, soy or rice
milk and any special snacks.
Children - Children under the age of 16
attending Camp Tumbuka must have a designated chaperone
at camp. Contact information for this person must be
indicated on the registration form. Thank you!

For further information please email
tumbuka@panjea.org or contact Curtis, our camp coordinator,
at (505) 281-0616
REGISTER for Camp Tumbuka:
Please PRINT the Registration Form (see below) and
MAIL (check payable to Camp Tumbuka) to the
address on the form.
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Check-In will occur between 12noon and 4pm on
the first day of camp (bring snacks), with classes in the afternoon
and orientation that evening. Camp ends at approximately 1pm on the
last day.
We look forward to having you!
Printable PDF registration
here! ~
Printable PDF
Driving Directions
Driving Directions
and Ranch Info (link to Synergia)
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