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.


 

PLAY THE AFRICAN MARIMBA

Otto is available for teaching at cultural events, festivals, schools, team bonding days, diversity day events and black history month programmes, to name but a few. 

Have a browse below for some more information, or use the contact tab below to get in touch.


 

Upcoming Workshops

For information on upcoming workshops, visit: www.tasteofsouthernafrica.com/events


I REALLY ENJOYED THE CLASSES! YOUR TEACHING STYLE IS ABOUT PATIENCE AND CONSIDERATION AND I THINK YOU HAVE A VERY GOOD FEELING FOR IT
— CHRIS MULLER

African Marimba Workshops In Schools

The marimba is a wonderful classroom instrument that gives a multitude of learning experiences. Apart from being fun, playing in an ensemble boosts confidence, encourages both creativity and concentration, and it teaches participants to listen to one another and work together to produce a harmonious sound. 


Diversity Day & Black History Month Workshops

Engaging your senses through music and rhythm is a great vehicle for cross cultural dialogue and understanding. It's especially relevant for Diversity Day / Black History Month programmes. Participants get to learn about the rich histories of the African continent through music - in a fun, hands-on and interactive way. 


Team BONding Activities

Using soprano, tenor and baritone marimbas to form an ensemble, work teams get to bond over southern African rhythms, sharing in the co-creation of lovely music. Marimba workshops are great fun and can include a bit of singing, clapping patterns and some simple traditional African dance moves! It's a great way to bring any team closer together.


Weekly Group Classes

Weekly group classes run on Sundays at Saint Peter's North Community Centre in Bethnal Green, from 12:15 - 1:15pm. £10 per person. Advance booking is required. All ages and musical abilities welcome!

Please visit www.tasteofsouthernafrica.com/events for more information on upcoming workshops.


One-on-One lESSONS

One-on-one classes are available on Sundays at Saint Peter's North Community Centre in Bethnal Green where the diary permits. Advanced booking is required. I am also available to travel to you with the instruments for a private individual or group workshop at a venue of your choice. 

Get in touch here to register your interest in a private class.


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