Community Sing and Concert with Thula Sizwe: The Group Zulu from South Africa

Name: Community Sing and Concert with Thula Sizwe: The Group Zulu from South Africa
Start: 2025-03-01T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-03-01T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Immanuel United Church-Christ

Schedule

Sat Mar 01 2025 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Immanuel United Church-Christ | Reading, PA

Register online at berksyouthchorus.org/thula-sizwe to secure your spot! Tickets may be purchased at the door, as capacity permits.
The sounds of South Africa's indigenous peoples, right here in Berks County!
This event begins with a workshop (eligible for Act 48 credits) for music educators, followed by a community sing for students and adult choristers. Come join your voice in singing well-known South African favorites like "Siyahamba" and "Shosholoza"; hear stories from the artists; and be ready for a few surprises!
The community sing will be followed by a featured performance by Thula Sizwe offering traditional and original songs, drumming, and traditional Zulu dance. Open to the public!
10-11:30am: Music Educator Act 48 Workshop, $10.
The Loose Thread: Navigating the Complexities of Cultural Appropriation in Music Education
1-2:30pm: Community Sing, $5.
Open to BYC Singers, non-BYC students grades 6 & up, and adults!
3pm: Concert by Thula Sizwe, Pay as you will (suggested donation $10-30).
Open to the public, all ages!
In collaboration with Pittsburgh Youth Chorus and the Bach Choir of Bethlehem.