Otto Gumaelius

Marimba & Mbira Music From Southern Africa

Otto Gumaelius is a London based, Botswana raised, performing artist & teacher of southern African folk music on the marimba.

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Let's Play Musicians


  • Alfoxton Park Bridgwater, England, TA5 1RY United Kingdom (map)

Marimba, meditation, movement. Instrument building, vocal improvisation, visioning. An emphasis on connection, expression and play.

Based on the principles of Musicians Without Borders, participants will create space to consider the following questions:

  • How can we use music to move out of our heads and into our bodies?

  • How can we make group improvisation tight, dynamic and meaningful?

  • How can we better facilitate ‘in-the-moment’ music-making experiences anytime, anywhere, and with anyone?

The venue is Alfoxton House in Somerset, South West England. It is a Triratna Buddhist retreat centre and former home of poet William Wordsworth, set in 50 acres of ancient woodland; a perfect space for this work. It is an alcohol and drug-free event, with delicious vegan food served to all. Sessions will be in English, though we will do our best to accommodate any language or other accessibility requirements - please let us know when booking.

Further details below. We anticipate this will be a popular event, so get your booking in early.

More information here: https://sites.google.com/view/alfoxtonpark/courses-events/letsplay?authuser=0

Earlier Event: July 10
African Somerset Park Braai 2021
Later Event: August 18
Grow Hackney

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