St John’s College head of music guides Mzansi Youth Choir
Famed choir master and head of Music at St John’s College in Houghton, Sidumo Nyamezele is leading the Mzansi Youth Choir towards the America’s Got Talent finals.
St John’s College head of African Music, Sidumo Nyamezele has guided the Mzansi Youth Choir to the America’s Got Talent final.
This is a huge achievement for both St John’s College and South Africa. The final is set to take place on September 26.
Their remarkable journey through America’s Got Talent showcases the incredible talent and dedication of the Mzansi Youth Choir. Their ability to transcend boundaries and captivate audiences across the globe is a testament to the power of music and the unwavering commitment of its members.
Nyamezele has been a guiding force behind the choir’s success. His expertise, leadership, and mentorship have played an instrumental role in shaping the choir’s exceptional performances. “Nyamezele has been guiding students at St John’s College for 20 years and we have witnessed this same level of dedication and commitment throughout the years,” said Stuart West, the executive headmaster at St John’s College. “His dedication to nurturing young talent has enriched the lives of our students and we are delighted to witness his success on a world stage.”
The choir was part of St John’s College’s 125th birthday celebrations in August. Led by Nyamezele, the celebrated choir performed several songs, including their cover of It’s OK, the song that earned them the first-ever group Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent. This year, Nyamezele celebrates his milestone with St John’s College. It was 20 years ago when he first became involved with the school, playing a fundamental role in building an African music repertoire and creating a choir skilled in both secular and African music.
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