Together we DID make a difference!

ALL MUSICIANS & DJ's for the most awesome rhythms and uplifting grooves that kept everyone dancing

PERFORMERS for staging mesmerizing and breathtaking shows

My fellow ORGANISERS & WEB DESIGNER for their energy and input months prior to the event and for their dedication to what Earthdance really stands for.

OUR MAIN SPONSORS, VOX TELECOMS and OUR MEDIA & OTHER SPONSORS ETV and FREE SPIRIT - Your support is so gratefully appreciated!

ALL VOLUNTEERS who chipped in at the 11th hour to help us put it together

All these gave completely from the heart - without expectation of remuneration or gain. You guys ROCK!!

A SPECIAL THANKS to NALEDI for hosting the event.

As Naledi is a NPO we ask you all to give them something back in whichever way possible. If you are willing to make a donation in cash or are able to donate something for renovating and upgrading their premises, or if you can volunteer your time or services:

CONTACT: Julia on 082 531 6672 or E-mail:nh@wol.co.za

NALEDI is just north of Fourways on the banks of the Hennops River see : Info on Naledi (article from Rennaisance Magazine) click here for Map and Directions to Naledi.

THANKS too to SOUND PRODUCERS, FOOD & EXHIBITION STANDHOLDERS, SECURITY & CLEANERS and EVERYONE ELSE INVOLVED.

AND MOST OF ALL THANX ALL YOU EARTHDANCE SUPPORTERS who came to kick up some dust and blessed the earth with your smiles and vibes.

You have made it possible for us to give our beneficiary charities, Hospice in the West and Starfish Foundation funding from the proceeds to aid their dedicated and most worthwhile causes.

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When I met with Credo Mutwa, the visionary, author and Sanusi (Chief Sangoma) in South Africa some years ago at Naledi which was then his home and where he and his family lived for many years, I remember his words which inspired me greatly :

"Dance is used for many purposes - all of them positive! In the old days there were massive migrations along exactly the same migration paths year after year. The animals were actually migrating along powerful ley lines and reacted as if the earth is singing to them. These migrations vibrated the earth. Nowadays the natural migration paths have been disturbed, so we need to dance.
By dancing you scratch the earth where it is always itchy!? Through movement the earth comes alive, heals itself and in turn heals you!"

Well I know we did that - we tickled the earth and energized those ley lines. In Honouring the Waters we created a mindfulness around the planet's seas, rivers and all bodies of water. Please be vigilant and respectful whenever you use this precious life-giving liquid and be aware of how you and others treat the earth's waters. Teach others to do the same. Continue to Honour the Water everytime you drink, bath or swim by blessing it and giving thanks for its cleansing and sustenance.
Everyone who was present and tuned in agreed that it was the most powerful and incredible link up ever experienced. I sure felt it and feel blessed to know that we JOHANNESBURG - GAUTENG united with millions around the world and connected in thought and intent to light up our wonderful planet….to bless mother earth with peace and love.

I urge you to dance often, laugh much and hold that peace in your heart. When you are faced with challenges or traumas, recapture the power of that moment and remember who you truly are!

Go in peace and live the love...

See you next year!

Diana K
Sundancer
Earthdance SA Co-ordinator & Jhb Organiser

Earthdance Johannesburg Organisational Team:

Karen Smith - Project Management & Kids Facilitation
Adrian McLeish - Technical and Performance
Georgia Hirst - Bands
Chris Palmer - DJ's and Musical DVD
Dave & Anouk - Exhibition stands & Rejuvenation Station
Aumji Enogoran Kirstan - MC
George-Gabriel Berkovits - Media & Liaison
Leigh van Wesemael - Web Designer

E-mail:earthdance@sundancer.co.za

WE HAVE PRODUCED A DOUBLE DVD EARTHDANCE JOHANNESBURG 10th ANNIVERSARY DISK 1 is the story of Earthdance - the Global Peace Festival - and a selection of video clippings from Earthdance Johannesburg's events preceeding the year 2007. (Produced by Digital Cut) DISK 2 is a fantastic selection of 22 tracks from bands and DJs that have woven their magic at Earthdance Jhb events over the years and at the 2007 event. (Produced by Chris Palmer - Layered Sounds) Featuring tracks by: DJs: Chris Palmer Killer B Ryan Sullivan Ambush & Organic Bands: Zwalaka Chris Tokalon & Soulbird Kellerman Greenhouse Effect And more...... Please note: Both are DVDs and can only be played in DVD players. Price: R175 SPECIAL PRICE OF R120 FOR FIRST 100 COPIES ORDERED! IF YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER BEFORE 20 DECEMBER 2007, YOU ALSO STAND A CHANCE OF WINNING 1 of 5 DVD SETS THAT WE ARE GIVING AWAY. Please send us an e-mail with the following details to place your order: Send e-mail to: earthdance@sundancer.co.za

SOME COMMENTS FROM 2007 PARTICIPANTS:
(Send us your comments to: E-mail:earthdance@sundancer.co.za)

"The Link up was a Great experience. It was great to know and see that there are so many people that are willing to come together for a common goal Peace and Love. Personally I hope everyone that was Experiencing EarthDance Globally walked away feeling as renewed and at peace as I know I have."
Gareth Thompson

NOTES:

Apologies for the problems with sound tripping caused by the drain on available rural electrical resources. We plan to go solar next year. Anyone involved in Solar Energy who can assist, please contact us, as well as those involved in the sustainable energy and resources sector.

If you were there and took some pics - please send us some so we can add them to this page
E-mail:earthdance@sundancer.co.za

"Pics by Stuart Bindon, Eileen Pearce and Carola Simmonds"

See Don Searll’s Earthdance picture gallery : http://picasaweb.google.com/dmsearll/EARTHDANCE