Sounds of Celebration to feature Jeppe bands

The Jeppe High School for Boys pipe and marimba bands will take part in the sixth Sounds of Celebration show to be staged at Emperors Palace on April 16.

This year’s theme, Heal the World, will emphasise the roles ordinary citizens can all play in creating meaning from confusion, harmony from noise.

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The show, which has become significant to its stakeholders, will present 150 young performers in a kaleidoscope of sound and movement, performing on different instruments and through a variety of media, including dance and song.

The programme has been chosen for its ability to represent healing, reconciliation and union.

NPO Education Africa’s International Arts and Culture Project, in collaboration with Sydenham Shul, strives through a unique and creative partnership to achieve social cohesion and elevate South African communities through music.

Between 2013 and 2018, the Sounds of Celebration project opened five Marimba Hubs, including the Boys and Girls Club at Bertrams.

The current focus of the project is ensuring the sustainability and growth of the 12 existing Education Africa Marimba Hubs so that more learners can benefit from these significant and impactful opportunities.

From Boney M to Black Eyed Peas and Paul McCartney, Education Africa’s intrepid musical director has crafted a programme guaranteed to uplift and inspire.

Two matinees will be presented free of charge and performed specifically for 2 000 disadvantaged youth in the Gauteng area.

These young learners will have the opportunity to hear talented peers perform in a world-class venue.

An educational booklet, allied to the CAPS curriculum, has also been prepared and will be supplied to each child.

The final performance, formally presented by David Bloch, takes place on April 16 at 7.45 and is open to the public.

All performances will take place at the Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace.

Tickets are priced between R60 and R120 and bookings can be made through www.ticketpro.co.za or at Spar outlets.

For more information about the project and the concerts contact Education Africa on 011 685 7300 or Sydenham Shul on 011 640 5021.

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