Way of the Ancestors - Bwiti Song & Dance Workshop & Ceremony with Nzambe Divanga
Join us for Way of the Ancestors, a transformative day of Bwiti traditions with master teacher Nzambe Divanga. Held at a private location in Chingford our program features two special events that will immerse you in the rich cultural heritage of Gabon's Bwiti people: an afternoon workshop focused on traditional songs and dance, followed by a sacred ancestral ceremony at dusk. Whether you're new to Bwiti practices or seeking to deepen your connection with these ancient traditions, this gathering offers a unique opportunity to experience authentic African spiritual arts in a respectful and accessible setting.
Bwiti Song & Dance Workshop with Nzambe Divanga - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Join us for an authentic Bwiti Song & Dance Workshop led by Nzambe Divanga. This immersive experience introduces participants to the sacred musical traditions of the Bwiti people from Gabon, where song, rhythm, and dance interweave to create powerful healing and ancestral connections.
In this workshop, you will:
Develop deep listening skills for traditional Bwiti rhythms
Learn authentic call and response singing techniques
Practice traditional Bwiti dance movements in rhythm
Through guided instruction, participants will discover how to embody Bwiti rhythms, practice traditional songs, and connect with this ancient spiritual practice through movement. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to experience the transformative power of Bwiti musical traditions firsthand.
Bwiti Ancestral Ceremony (Starting at Dusk)
Following on from the song and dance workshop, join us for a traditional Bwiti ceremony honouring ancestral wisdom and spiritual connection. This sacred gathering weaves together the elements learned during the day into a meaningful ceremonial experience.
Surrounded by nature this ceremony provides participants with a profound opportunity to experience authentic Bwiti traditions in a respectful and accessible format.
Please note: This is a plant medicine-free ceremony, focusing solely on traditional music, movement, and spiritual practices. Please bring loose, comfortable clothing to wear. For women: Long hair needs to be tied or covered.
Limited spaces available.
Tickets Prices:
Early Bird: £130.00 GBP till April 6th.
General Ticket: £150.00
Location: The venue is a private indoor/outdoor space in Chingford. Full address details will be provided after ticket purchase.
Contact:
Email: darren@darrenlebaron.com
REFUNDS POLICY: Please note, we do not arrange refunds or exchanges
Nzambe Divanga is a Nganga Missoko, Franco-Gabonese hypnotherapist and musician, and a former member of the international traditional Gabonese dance troupe : Mbeng Ntam. Initiated 25 years ago in Gabon, his journey was staggered, from its beginning, between Africa and the West.
In 2004, he moved in France and led Iboga personal development seminars as the right arm of His spiritual father. He received in 2015, permission from his peers to give the sacred plant and than trained in hypnotherapy and the patient/therapist relationship.
Today, on thé strength of his experiences, Nzambe guides its own Iboga retreats in a framework that respects tradition with a therapeutic approach. He has extensively worked with both Africans and Europeans in workshops, seminaries and most importantly, the ceremonial space and is deeply experienced in the theory, practice and science of African initiation culture.