November 23rd, 2010
Compact Designs has always tried to contribute something back into the community either by business sponsorship or donations to charities and organisations that need help in someway.
This year we decided to go a little further afield ~ on a trip to South Africa we visited the Pfukani Pre School. The children were wonderful and we were treated to a lovely afternoon of song! We wanted to help the school and community in someway and we thought how the children would benefit from some play equipment and organised to supply them with soccer set, swing set and climbing frame. Although not enough, it’s start and we hope to be able to add to their playground in the future. [ See More ]
Compact Designs
1/18 Johns Street
Western Junction
Tasmania,
Australia 7212
p. +61 3 63919339
f. +61 3 63919338
m. 0419 892 690
info@compact-designs.com.au
http://www.compact-designs.com.au/
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November 23rd, 2010
19th September 2010
Hippo Hollow
Allison of Hippo Hollow organized a Welcoming Event for the arrival of 500 guests to their lodge.
Allison was openly appreciative and grateful to the Ringetani Group, for the services provided of the Ringetani African Drumming, accompanied by the Ringetani Marimba Band and Ringetani Gumboot Dancers. This truly enhanced the chosen theme of “Team Building” for the delegates.
It was also an unexpected surprise for the guests, when each was gifted with a refreshing face cloth by a Ringetani greeter, after their long journey… and the Ringetani African music inspired smiles and very appreciative thanks from all.
Allison was very happy and truly appreciative of a great performance.
Thanks so much from all at Ringetani, to Allison and Hippo Hollow
[ http://www.hippohollow.co.za/ ] for the opportunity to showcase our Traditional Ringetani Teams!
Lodrick Manyathele
Tags: African Drums, African Music, Hippo Hollow, marimba band, Ringetani African Drumming, Ringetani Dancers
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November 23rd, 2010
28th August 2010
Rissington Inn – Hazyview
It was a great honour and achievement for all of us at Ringetani, to be able to provide the services of our Marimba Band to the Rissington Inn.
[ http://www.rissington.co.za/ ]
Chris Harvie the owner of the Rissington Inn chose the Ringetani Marimba Band to provide the music for the hotels 15th birthday celebration… the music and entertainment was thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated by all the guests and staff attending the celebration.
During lunch the Ringetani Marimba Band played traditional African music, while the Ringetani Dancers provided that extra special entertainment. After lunch, the guest were entertained by an instrumental display of note!
During the speeches Chris Harvey thanked the Ringetani group with deep appreciation and gratitude for their dedicated performance.
Grateful thanks from all at Ringetani to Chris at the Rissington Inn for the opportunity to provide our services.
Thanks
Lodrick Manyathele
Tags: African Music, Ringetani Dancers, Ringetani Marimba Band, Rissington Inn
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November 23rd, 2010
22nd October 2010
Pezulu Game Lodge
Ringetani Tribal Dancers
It was such a fantastic experience for a French Group as they were watching a very Energetic Ringetani tribal dance on the 22nd October 2010 at Pezulu Game Lodge next to Kapama Game Reserve.
Claude and Lidia the Owners of Pezulu further Congratulated the Dancers, as it’s always the best way for their guests to experience the beauty of African culture through this great performance.
The performance itself… inspired the guests to change their South African slogon of “Big Five” to “Big Six and Half!”
Well done Ringetani!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
from
Lodrick Manyathele
Tags: Kapama Game Reserve, Pezulu Game Lodge, Ringetani, Ringetani Tribal Dance, Shangaan, South Africa
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November 23rd, 2010
27th October 2010
Greenway Woods Hotel White River
It was such a great opportunity for the Ringetani Marimba band to play background music, while the E-TV filming crew were interviewing the management of the Greenway Woods Hotel.
[ http://www.greenway.co.za/ ]
Allison the Banqueting Manageress said “It is great to have one of our
local bands involved, so they can also get this kind of exposure… as the local hotel we feel great about it, keep up the good work Ringetani.”
Thanks
Lodrick Manyathele
Tags: Greenway Woods Hotel, marimba band, Ringetani, South Africa, White River
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November 22nd, 2010
21st August 2010
Simbavati Game Reserve
It was such an honor and a pleasure for the Ringetani African Choir and Ringetani Tribal Dance Group to perform at a wedding in the Simbavati Game Reserve [ http://www.simbavati.com/ ] on the 21st August 2010. Both guests and the bride and groom were extremely excited by the natural African music, especially accompanied by the absolutely wonderful Traditional Tribal dance performance…
The bride and groom couldn’t contain themselves as they joined in with the performers in celebration. This was a wedding with truly great memories! Elmerie, the owner of the lodge, was extremely happy as she thanked Ringetani for the special and moving performance at her lodge. “I will use Ringetani for all the special occasions and events at my lodge!”
What a day!
With grateful thanks from all at Ringetani
Lodrick Manyathele
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November 22nd, 2010
20th September 2010
Leopard Hills Game Reserve
[ http://www.leopardhills.com/ ]
Heather and Seamus, the bride and groom from South Ireland, received a taste of beautiful African culture as they were blessed by the Pastor, while listening to the Ringetani African Choir sing softly and respectfully.
In the middle of the bush where the Leopard Hills Game Reserve lies untarnished and undisturbed by the urban world, the Ringetani Choir produced natural and melodic music to accompany the wedding ceremony. Select guests at the lodge provided an appreciative audience as they watched and enjoyed both the music from the choir and the gorgeous wedding ceremony.
The Leopard Hills staff were excited and enthusiastic while observing their guests experience the flavor of African music! What a brilliant memory!
Thanks to all for a wonderful experience!
Lodrick Manyathele
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November 22nd, 2010
5th July 2010
Umbhaba Lodge Hazyview
Ringetani’s Traditional Dance Group witnessed this great milestone for the newly-weds as they provided the entertainment at the celebration of the wedding at Umbhaba lodge on the 5th July 2010.
[ http://www.umbhaba.co.za/ ]
African drumming by Ringetani set the beat as the guests were welcomed to the ceremony, although they were silent and respectful throughout the ceremony itself, afterward the rhythmic beat allowed the party to really get started.
The Ringetani Tribal Dance Group preformed like they never had before, and this was what illustrated their wish to the newly-weds, that they have a long, strong, cherishing marriage! The tribal dance was a highlight for all that witnessed it, and this filled the lodge with excitement and helped make the wedding as great as it was.
Thank-you to all from the Ringetani Group for allowing us to share in this wonderful celebration!
Lodrick Manyathele
Tags: African Drumming, dance, Ringetani, South Africa, wedding
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November 16th, 2010
Ringetani Marimba Band
Nkwathle bushcamp at Hazyview
Acacia Travel Group were totaly suprised by Ringetani Marimba Band on the evening of 14 November 2010.
Deon and Dagmar the Owners of Kwatlhe fail to hold themselves as they move with their staff to join the Marimba dancers and move aound the fire.
“I have never realised that we got a talented around Hazyview,this is something we can enjoy as South Africans”Deon Commented.
What a great show for Nkwathle
Thanks
Lodrick Manyathele
Marimba band
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November 16th, 2010
Sabie River sun
It was a great performance from Ringetani Tribal dance teat at Sabie River Sun.
A Group from USA were extremely touched with the Energetic Perfomance from the Ringetani Team.
Thanks
Lodrick Manyathele
Marketing Department
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