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Basadi Le Meropa: Marimba Drumming

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All Women Drumming Marimba and Dance Group Basadi Le Meropa who tell the incredible stories of their lives through drums, dance, marimba and song.

Just returned from a successful tour of the Netherlands, this funky, vibey 6-piece drums, dance and marimba group represents the strength, talents and positivity of African women.

Dressed in colourful costumes, these women bring you powerful drumming accompanied by melodic marimba’s, upbeat vocals and dance, from traditional to Afro-contemporary, Pantsula, Township Jive, Gumboots and Tin-can dance

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