Soweto Gospel Choir

SOUTH AFRICA PRESS QUOTES

President Mbeki “hailed the choir’s achievement over their Grammy as another testimony of the richness of South Africa and Africa’s contribution to humanity” said Presidential spokesman Mukoni Ratshitanga.
The Star 13 February 2007

The Soweto Gospel Choir’s uniqueness lies in its blend of authentic African cultural expression – throbbing with urban and rural energies – with slick, professional musicianship and theatricality.
The Star Editorial Comment – 13 February 2007

“Their achievement demonstrates that South African talent not only has the potential to raise its voice and compete with its international counterparts, but is of world class” Minister of Arts & Culture, Dr. Pallo Jordan.
The Star 13 February 2007.

“The Soweto Gospel Choir won a prestigious Grammy Award on Sunday, cementing their position as a globally competitive singing outfit”
Edward Tsumele, Sowetan 13 February 2007

“South Africa’s award-winning gospel phenomenon, the Soweto Gospel Choir, has done Africa proud once again”.
Doreen Molefe Sunday Sun 13 February 2007

“They have outdone themselves with the recording of their new CD called African Spirit”
Sunday Sun 31 January 2007

“Simply the best”
Dianne de Beer Star Tonight April 19, 2006

“Their brilliance lies in their clean voices”
Thebe Mabanga – Mail & Guardian April 13, 2006

“It’s spiritually enriching even if you are not religious”
Christina Kennedy, The Citizen 12 April 2006

“When they open their mouths, the sense of texture is flawless……here is energy and passion in song”
Business Day, Johannesburg (July 2005)

“The public will be blown away”
Daily Sun, Johannesburg (July 2005)