Mixing African gospel with traditional hymns, freedom songs, and a variety of international styles, the Soweto Gospel Choir creates a powerful expression of hope and joy. Since forming in the early 2000s, the group has performed around the world while releasing a string of critically acclaimed albums including 2007's African Spirit and 2018's Freedom, both of which won Grammy Awards. Released in 2022, the choir's sixth effort, Hope, was a moving concept album based around Civil Rights.
The Soweto Gospel Choir was formed in 2002 by choir directors David Mulovhedzi and Beverly ...