This performance is from the Soweto Gospel Choir. This choir combines sounds from African gospel and American pop music to create a lively and harmonious sound. This specific program includes six of the eleven South African languages, and is a performance to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s birth. This examples allows us as listeners and viewers to experience the movement that accompanies this piece. This movement works in combination with the soulful voices to create an overwhelming feeling of passion and joy. The accompaniment, which includes both percussive and shaker instruments, also contributes to the upbeat and hopeful sound of this piece. This video is a powerful representation of the joy and passion for culture that is showcased in the musical traditions of Africa!

Soweto Gospel Choir: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSRdE1ZPsuY