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RUMBALARA SPECIAL EVENT
“African Rhythm and Reds on Tap”
22nd November 2008 15.00hrs - 21.00hrs

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Due to public demand, after the successful run of African Communal Feasts - Rumbalara Estate Wines are proud to present its new look half day event, African Rhythm and Reds on Tap.

The new vintages of Merlot and Shiraz will be "On Tap" in large oak barrels stationed around the venue and a variety of taste sensations are offered to match with the wine.

To keep Rumbalara fans upbeat and in a celebratory mood, the event will profile once again the awesome drum and dance of Rhythm Konnections and newcomer to the event is Zimbabwean, Chris Gudu and his 6 piece band who will add soul, afro jazz and township jive to the flavours  of the day.

Chef Andrew Simpson and his team will once again sate your appetites with various African dishes, as well as mounds of strawberries and chocolate fountains. Rumbalara punters are asked to take up challenges that high light the wine - A Barrel n One ( Golf with a Difference), Pin the Bunch on the Vine, are just some of the games that will see winners walk away with cases of Rumbalara Wines. In the mix with flowing wine, delicious food, fun challenges and great sounds, visitors are sure to enjoy a taste of Africa.
 

A percentage of our proceeds will go to the OLSH-TZANEEN mission, whose link to us on the Granite Belt is the Lyra Church.


         COST OF TICKET $120 per person which INCLUDES:

  • Entry and handmade African bag made by the orphans in Africa with a commerative glass, programme and menu
  • Merlot and Shiraz "On Tap"
  • All the wines in the Big Five Range ( see tasting notes)
  • Awesome African entertainment
  • Delicious food all day
  • Decadent strawberries and chocolate fountains
  • Soft drinks
  • Tea and Coffee
  • Bus transfers to and from the event along the highway and through town starting on the north side at the Big Apple and on the south side at the Girraween National Park turn off (please contact winery for times)
  • Challenges ( some have a voluntary gold coin donation)

  Not included in ticket price, however can be purchased:
  • Beer, All wines not mentioned and fortified wines
  • Cheese, gelato and sorbets
  • African curios and paintings

Please remember to bring a picnic blanket and it can get cool in the evening, a wrap or jumper...

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  CHRIS KAYANA GUDU
Performer Profile
"The groove is magic!"
 
 
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Chris is an exhilarating and passionate performer and as you can hear on his latest CD Bavimbeni , his quality is ever present. Hardrush Music president, Kelvin Fahey states “Chris is a master! He is our leading artist in the World Music genre and we are proud to be associated with taking his solo songwriting and recording skills to the world.”

*** LEARN MORE ABOUT CHRIS AT HIS WEBSITE www.chrisgudu.com
*** CHECK OUT CHRIS's MYSPACE ENTRY AT:  www.myspace.com/chrisgudu

*** DOWNLOAD CHRIS's BIOGRAPHY (Acrobat® format - 2mb) : CLICK HERE
  

Chris has performed with some leading world artists including playing drums for the late Brian Sibalo, bass for Afro soul group Wells Fargo in Zimbabwe, Maluju and Thuza from South Africa and touring with Matonto across the United Kingdom.

It was whilst in Europe that Chris performed with a number of other international African greats.

Listen to these Sample Tracks from Chris's latest album 'Bavembini' . More tracks available from Chris's website, CLICK HERE

"BAVIMBENI"
"PRETTY BABY"
  

The up tempo and exuberant music is what is often referred to as “Township Jive Music” and is better known in Southern Africa as Umbaqanga music which sometimes presents a touch of Afro jazz. Umbaqanga music originates from the streets and sheebeens of Soweto, spreading all through and across Southern Africa.

  

 
 
RHYTHM KONNECTIONS

Performer Profile
"dynamic, powerful & interactive "
 
 

For centuries drumming and dance have been the central focus of communal gatherings and celebration, so let Rumbalara and Rhythm Konnection entertain you and bring you together in an unforgettable day of music, food and dance, you shall not dare to miss.

Rhythm Konnections evolved from the personal life transformations experienced by its founders Chinta Reiss and Cheze' Darville whilst traveling, studying and living with indigenous cultures throughout the world.
 

 

*** DOWNLOAD RHYTHM KONNECTION IN       PERFORMANCE (30MB ZIPPED MP3):
      CLICK HERE

*** VISIT RHYTHM KONNECTIONS ONLINE:
      www.rhythmkonnections.com.au




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