Soweto Gospel Choir

Het Soweto Gospel Choir, a three-time Grammy® Award winner, proudly presents its new production JOY, an immersive concert that pays tribute to the spirit of South Africa with music, dance, and unwavering faith. JOY is an ode to Nelson Mandela's enduring legacy and honors the songs and hymns of his freedom struggle, supplemented by impressive gospel harmonies and beloved contemporary classics. The audience is taken on a powerful and uplifting journey, from the rhythm of South African freedom songs to mighty spirituals and iconic hits by Miriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Sam Cooke and Leonard Cohen. Het Soweto Gospel Choir, which was founded to spread the inspiring power of South African gospel music worldwide, gained international fame with its radiant harmonies and infectious energy. With a well-filled track record of collaborations and performances, they capture the hearts of a very diverse audience. For example, they have already shared the stage with some big names from the music world such as U2, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Robert Plant, Céline Dion, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Josh Groban. With JOY, the multi-Grammy® and Emmy Award® winner returns stronger than ever with South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals, and timeless classics that set the audience ablaze time and time again.