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A WEEKEND IN SACRED ATTUNEMENT

We warmly invite you to celebrate and co-create with us the 3rd Annual Sacred Music and Dance Festival in the quaint village of McGregor. Join us for a joyful gathering in friendship and community.

Music - People - Nature and the Divine Love in all

The focus of the festival is on honouring the sacred through conscious breath, sound, movement, prayer, meditation and heart-opening practices, which bring us into a shared experience of love, unity, peace and joy. Participants can choose from attending sacred singing circles to Dances of Universal Peace; Monochord Meditation to Sacred Drum Singing; Yoga and Qi Gong to performances of Indigenous African music, Acapella Choir singing Taize, or the McGregor First Step Ballet company performing dances from Contemporary to African.

For more detailed offerings see below.

This event is limited in size, which allows for connection and an intimate atmosphere, while recognising the need for individual space and silent contemplation.

A FEAST FOR THE BODY, HEART and SOUL

This festival is a celebration of all spiritual paths. The time we find ourselves in at present reveals that there is a greater need than ever before to find commonground, to unite and bring peace to the world. By coming together we can learn about, open to, and sing and dance the unity of creation, while respecting and honouring each unique spiritual path toward the One.

This is a journey of creativity and joy through sharing heart songs, sacred chants and peace dances from various traditions accompanied by live music. They will be led by local as well as international facilitators.You are welcome to participate as much or as little as you wish.

BREATHE - SING - CHANT - DANCE - PRAY - MEDITATE - LAUGH - RELAX - HEAL

Our very special venues for this event are Temenos Retreat Centre and the WisdomSchool in the village of McGregor, Western Cape, South Africa.There are also unique spaces for being alone in meditation. There is a meditation room adjacent to the Wisdom Hall which is open to everyone. And the “Garden of the Beloved” at Temenos is renowned for its beauty, its shrines, and hidden treasures. McGregor is approximately 2 and 1/4 hours drive from Cape Town.

The festival is a not-for-profit event. Ticket prices havebeen kept to a minimum to allow people with all size pockets to attend.

TICKETS:Please note that ticket prices include all events and one shared vegetarian/vegan lunch on Sunday, but exclude accommodation.Space is limited so it is advisable to book early.

If you are able to sponsor an extra ticket for someone without the financialmeans to attend but who would love to be there, our deep gratitude to you!

If you would love to participate and can’t afford the ticket price - please contact us directlyas there might be sponsorship available or the option of volunteering

ACCOMMODATION

Temenos Retreat has self catering cottages set in a beautiful garden. 023 6251 871The Old School, right next to the Wisdom School, has large self-contained rooms, with common spaces including a garden area. 072 224 7674You can also book online for both of the above.

Contact McGregor Tourism at info@tourismmcgregor.co.za tel. 27 23 625 1954 or Robertson Tourism at info@robertson.org.za tel. 27 23 626 4437. All sorts of accommodation options are available, including on farms or basic camping just next to the village.

If you can’t find what you are looking for or have queries relating to the Fest please don’t hesitate to contact us.

CONTACT:Harold: 072 836 5142samadfest@gmail.com

What you will experience:

Opening Fire Ceremony directed by Robert YuleAncient Voices, Indigenous African music with Nomapostile and Siya. Contemporary and African dance - the McGregor First Step Ballet schoolSacred drum songs, with ConnyMontagu Acapella Choir sings Taize Songs of Light, with AshleighCacao Ceremony & Mantra Chants, with Maya JoyDances of the World, with Fleur Biodanza, with ZephneSattva Yoga, with LanaDances of Universal Peace, with Anja and Harold, Rukmini and friendsShakti Flow, with Maya JoyMonochord Morning Attunement, Introduction to Sufi Practices, with Anja QiGong with CharisseJewish and Sufi Chants, with Patricia and HaroldMusic, Poetry and Story - a co-creation with Mohammed and friends

And more! Watch out for announcements on social media.

And, of course, indulge in all the beauty the village has to offer …Starry skiesHikingSaturday morning marketCoffee shopsRestaurantsTemenos gardenMeditation spacesThe local dam for swimming Etc.