Soweto Gospel Choir
The Soweto Gospel Choir, a three-time Grammy Award winner, presents JOY. A celebration of the spirit of South Africa through music, dance, and faith.
Founded in 2003 to share the inspiring power of South African gospel music, the Soweto Gospel Choir brings together talented singers from churches in Soweto and the surrounding area. “Clear, gentle, compassionate, husky, and spellbinding lead voices that rise above a beautifully velvety blend,” writes The New York Times.
Drawing on its unwavering faith, the choir has built a reputation that extends beyond national borders with its harmonies, infectious energy, and heartfelt performances. Accustomed to receiving standing ovations in theaters and concert halls around the world, the choir has won 2 Emmy Awards, 3 Grammy Awards, and 3 additional awards in collaboration with other artists.
With JOY, the vocal ensemble makes a triumphant return. This show celebrates Nelson Mandela’s enduring legacy through the songs and anthems of his struggle for freedom. Alongside spine-tingling gospel harmonies, the program also features beloved contemporary classics.
The audience is swept away by the pulsating rhythms of South African songs, spellbinding spirituals, and iconic tracks by Miriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Peter Gabriel, and Leonard Cohen.
Through the spirit of resilience it embodies, the Soweto Gospel Choir is committed to spreading joy to audiences around the world. Here, in fact, you don’t have to be religious to find inspiration. More than just a concert, this electrifying celebration demonstrates the unifying power of music.
It’s sure to leave you with a smile.
