At the Queen Elizabeth Theatre
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Caravan World Rhythms presents the return of three-time Grammy-winning Soweto Gospel Choir
Currently touring the world with an all-new concert titled “HOPE: It’s Been a Long Time Coming,” the 24-person group will perform a rousing program of South African freedom songs and music from the American Civil Rights Movement, including phenomenal renditions of works by legendary artists like Billie Holiday, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, and more. This world-renowned choir hailing from the home of Nelson Mandela has shared the stage with icons from Stevie Wonder to Beyonce, and features some of South Africa’s best vocalists today. Returning to the Lower Mainland for the first time in four years, the Soweto Gospel Choir will remind listeners of the power of music to heal and inspire.
Hailing from Soweto (South West Township), a town outside of Johannesburg and home of Nelson Mandela and South Africa’s democratic movement, SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR continues to inspire audiences around the world with their powerful blend of African gospel, freedom songs and international classics. Comprising a line-up of some of South Africa’s best vocalists, these uplifting performers have shared the stage and collaborated with the biggest names in contemporary music including Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Beyonce, U2, Diana Ross, Peter Gabriel, Chris Martin, John Legend, Pharrell Williams, Jimmy Cliff, Ben Harper, Angelique Kidjo, Robert Plant, Celine Dion, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hugh Masekela and Josh Groban.
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