Soweto Gospel Choir begins Secrest Series 2025-26 season
The Secrest Artists Series opens its season on Thursday, September 25th with the multi-GRAMMY® and Emmy® Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir performing their concert titled “PEACE.” The Choir will perform a joyful program of South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals and some classics. The inspirational concert will also feature the spirited music of Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Leonard Cohen and more!
Formed in 2002, the Choir was created to celebrate the unique power of African gospel music and quickly established itself as a group that is “undeniably synchronized, appears unshakable, and simultaneously expresses universality and individuality” (San Francisco Classical Voice). Heralded by Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, Barack Obama, and Oprah Winfrey, Soweto Gospel Choir excites audiences worldwide, uplifting the soul and spreading joy through its earthy rhythms, rich harmonies, brilliant costumes, and infectious spirit. It’s perfect for the entire family!
Pre-concert talk at 6:40 p.m.
Join us at 6:40 pm for a pre-concert talk from the Wait Chapel stage given by Dr. Claire Crawford, Assistant Professor in the Department of Politics and International Affairs and the Program of African American Studies. In her talk, “Amandla!: Singing Truth and Freedom,” she explores South African freedom music as a powerful force of resistance and remembrance, showing how voices raised in song have carried truth and liberation across generations.
Tickets
Tickets information: Adults $30, Seniors $25, Student $15, Child $10; Group discount available. Visit the Secrest Artists Series website for more information and to purchase tickets.
Wake Forest University and medical school students, faculty, staff and retirees may attend Secrest Series concerts free of charge. Please reserve tickets in advance.
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