The internationally acclaimed Ndlovu Youth Choir is kicking off their debut concert series on home soil with 10 shows in Johannesburg at Monte Casino and Cape Town at the Artscape Theatre.
Ndlovu Youth Choir in Concert features- many of the Choir’s famous hits such as Africa,Shallow/Enxwemeni, Shape of You, Higher Love, Hold On, Ungandibulali and We Will Rise. The repertoire also features their newest songs- Man in the Mirror and Grateful, and some original compositions including WeBaba Omncane and Afrika Hey from their first studio album entitled ‘Grateful’ which was released in April 2022 across all streaming platforms.
“We are proud to kick-start Showtime’s re-entry into the live performance space with the Ndlovu Youth Choir in Concert,” says Showtime Management’s Tony Feldman. “These young, multi-talented singers are shining examples of how hope, determination and respect can thrive through unity.” Feldman believes a show such as Ndlovu Youth Choir in Concert is invaluable in getting audiences back into theatres.
From their home base in the Moutse Valley in rural Limpopo to reaching the finals of America’s Got Talent (Season 14) the Ndlovu Youth Choir has played sold-out performances in Europe and appeared on many local and international television and radio shows. They have collaborated with many artists such as Master KG, 25k, Sun-El Musician, Tyler ICU and performed for the likes of Trevor Noah and Bill Gates. During the Coronavirus crisis the Choir joined many of the world’s top A-list performers on a virtual stage when they were featured during the Global Citizens One World: Together at Home virtual concert.
Tickets priced from R150 are on sale online at www.showtime.co.za or through Webtickets at Pick ‘n Pay outlets
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The Ndlovu Youth Choir began their journey in 2009 and has since captured the worlds attention with their unique musical arrangements, powerhouse vocals, irresistibly combined with mesmerising choreography and infectious energy.
According to their official website the Ndlovu Youth Choir began as “an after-school programme for orphaned and vulnerable children, started by the Ndlovu Care Group, transform into an international recording and touring career.” They go on to explain that “Participation does not only instill values of togetherness, a work ethic and a sense of responsibility, but it develops self-discipline, self-confidence, and leadership. Through the choir, choristers gain a global perspective that offers an early pathway to artistic and professional achievement. The choir uses their talents to share their inspirational story with the world through song and dance.”
Their incredible run on America’s Got Talent – Season 14 – made them the first choir in the history of America’s Got Talent and Britain’s Got Talent to reach the final. Their goose bump raising performances won hearts and lead them to international acclaim. After their final AGT performance, legendary music producer and record executive Simon Cowell labelled the performance ‘The best final I have ever sat on in my life’.
They then went on and signed a record deal with Syco Music and Sony Music Africa. Their debut album, “Africa”, was released on November 29, 2019.
