Soweto Gospel Choir’s joyous, inspirational singing has electrified audiences of all ages and cultural backgrounds around the world.
The group has begun a 48-venue concert of all Australian states and territories.
Shimmy Jiyane is the group’s choirmaster and leader. He spoke with Martin Kwakwa from Bernie, Tasmania.
Shimmy began the conversation by stating that it’s Soweto Gospel Choir’s 10th anniversary, and the current tour has a special ting to it.
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