The Georgia Straight proudly sponsors the Soweto Gospel Choir in Vancouver

by The Georgia Straight Staff on April 11th, 2014 at 3:48 PM

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The Soweto Gospel Choir returns to Vancouver in a tribute concert to Nelson Mandela on Sunday (April 13) at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton Street). The concert, which will also celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the end of apartheid, starts at 7:30 p.m.

The South African gospel group from Soweto is a 30-person choir formed in 2002. Known for their vocal harmonies and vibrant performances, the multiple Grammy Award-winning choir has performed alongside the likes of Bono, Queen, Celine Dion, John Legend, Pater Gabriel, Josh Groban, Aretha Franklin, and Stevie Wonder.

The Soweto Gospel Choir last performed in Vancouver in 2012.

Tickets to the all-ages show are $34 to $61 and can be purchased online.