A Midwinter, Tribal Gathering Winter Solstice will take place from June 16 to 19 at Rustlers Valley in the Maluti Mountains, Free State. There will be a Masked Party on June 18 honouring Ganesh at The Marimba Starseed. No entrance without a mask!

Live music will be provided by David Tomsu and Friends of Shamanzi and children’s activities will be taken care of by Karen Oliver, Philippa Mallac and Neil Jourdan.

Vaughan Harris of Heartsong African Percussion School will be running a Rhythm workshop and there will be evening drumming circles and live music jams.

Tickets R150 pre-booked (internet) or R180 at the gate (includes camping). Children 12 years and under are free! More info at www.marimbanet.org.za