Soweto Gospel Choir February 27, 2007

Voices from heaven, direct from South Africa!
Soweto Gospel Choir
makes its triumphant return to The Hummingbird Centre

IN CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH

"Nothing can really prepare you for the riot of exuberance and depth of emotion." - The Scotsman

Toronto, Ontario – Soweto Gospel Choir is an awe-inspiring vocal ensemble, performing in eight different languages, in an inspirational program of tribal, traditional and popular African gospel. Returning to The Hummingbird Centre for the Performing Arts after a standing room only performance in 2005, Soweto Gospel Choir will perform two shows only, from February 27 – 28, 2007.

Soweto Gospel Choir has achieved major success in Europe and in South Africa. Drawing on the best musical talents from the many churches and communities in and around Soweto, the concert will feature a dynamic four-piece band, traditional dancers and drummers. Earthy rhythms, rich harmonies, acapella and charismatic performances combine to uplift the soul and express, through a vocal celebration, South Africa's great hopes for the future.

The most exciting vocal group to emerge from South Africa since Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Soweto Gospel Choir, will bring their magnetic energy, joyful spirits and beautiful harmonies to Canadian audiences. They are much more than simply a musical phenomenon.

Soweto Gospel Choir was created in 2002. David Mulovhedzi and South African Executive Producer Beverly Bryer held auditions in Soweto to form an all-star “super-choir.” They were able to create a powerful aggregation made up of the best singers from his own Holy Jerusalem Choir, as well as various Soweto churches and from the general public, including a finalist on the nationally-televised South African equivalent of “Star Search.” Adorned in traditional and beautifully colored South African garb, the choir has been known to win audiences with their exotic blend of South African spirituals, traditional Zulu, Xhosa and Sotho gospel songs which are interspersed with popular songs and folk anthems.

For downloadable photos please go to: http://www.hummingbirdcentre.com/Media/media_0607_soweto.html
DETAILS

DATE & TIME: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 and Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 8:00 pm

LOCATION: The Hummingbird Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Front St. East, Toronto, Ontario

TICKETS: Ticket prices range from $35 - $75
Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling 416-872-2262 or by visiting www.ticketmaster.ca, or in person at The Hummingbird Centre Box Office, 1 Front Street East, Toronto GROUPS of 10 or more call: 416-393-7463 or 1-866-737-0805

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Media Contact:
Helen Nestor, PR and Promotions Manager
Hummingbird Centre for the Performing Arts
Direct line: 416-393-7466
Email: [email protected]

Official Website: http://hummingbirdcentre.com