Drakensberg Boys Choir announces
2026 Zimbabwe Heritage Tour: Hope.
Heritage. Harmony.
This March, Zimbabwean audiences will experience an
unforgettable celebration of sound, spirit and southern African identity as the
internationally-acclaimed Drakensberg Boys Choir School (DBCS) brings its
Zimbabwe Heritage Tour to Victoria Falls, Bulawayo and Harare from March 28 to April
1, 2026.
Four electrifying performances will blend soaring classical
masterworks, deeply-moving contemporary pieces and rhythm-infused indigenous
repertoire into a concert experience that is both powerful and profoundly
uplifting.
"Touring within southern Africa is incredibly
meaningful to us," says Hendrik Bekker, Executive Head of DBCS.
"Zimbabwe and South Africa share deep choral traditions rooted in
community, storytelling and rhythm. This tour celebrates shared heritage while
inspiring hope through youthful voices.
Jacques Linde, Head of Choral Activity, adds: "The
theme Hope. Heritage. Harmony. speaks to who we are as a choir. "Hope
reflects the optimism embodied in our boys and in our African future. Heritage
acknowledges the traditions that shape our South African identity. Harmony
represents not only musical alignment, but unity, collaboration and shared
purpose."
The repertoire for this tour has been carefully-curated to
reflect the versatility for which the Drakensberg Boys Choir is internationally
recognised. From classical masterworks, to contemporary repertoire, and a
vibrant indigenous South African programme, forming the heart of the concert
and integrating rhythm, language, movement and choral discipline into a
uniquely southern African artistic statement. Together, these elements present
a choir that is both rooted in tradition and responsive to the present moment.
Under Linde's direction – himself an alumnus of the Choir –
the 2026 season focuses on cultivating a healthy, unified and artistically
sincere sound, ensuring that the next generation continues to uphold the
Choir's international standing.
2026 ZIMBABWE
HERITAGE TOUR SCHEDULE
With their signature precision, vibrant choreography and
unmistakable stage presence, the Drakensberg Boys Choir promises an evening
that stirs the heart and ignites the soul – a rare opportunity to witness
choral excellence of the highest calibre live on Zimbabwean stages. Early
booking is strongly encouraged for what is expected to be one of the region's
standout cultural events of the season.
Victoria Falls, Saturday,
March 28, 18h30. Victoria Falls Primary School Hall, Victoria Falls. Bookings: +263 213 284 2022
Bulawayo, Monday,
March 30, 18h30. Robert Sibson Hall, Zimbabwe Academy of Music, Hillside Road,
Bulawayo. Bookings: +263 292 260 684
Harare, Wednesday, April 1, 14h30 & 19h00. Odeon Hall,
Hellenic Academy, Alexandra Park, Harare. Bookings: The Spotlight (www.spotlight.co.zw)
Reps Theatre Foyer, Belgravia Shopping Centre
+263 789 196 044 or +263 779 604 873
Tickets are available through the booking channels listed
for each city.
Strengthening
regional cultural exchange
Zimbabwe and South Africa share deep musical traditions –
particularly within choral music, where community, rhythm and storytelling are
central. The indigenous South African repertoire performed on this tour
celebrates these shared cultural connections while honouring the diversity of
languages and expressions across South Africa. "When we perform in Zimbabwe,
we feel an immediate cultural connection," Linde adds. "We look
forward to strengthening those musical ties."
The tour is facilitated by Celebrity Subscription Concerts,
which has played a key role in bringing the Choir to Zimbabwean stages:
"The Drakensberg Boys Choir represents the highest standard of southern
African choral artistry. Zimbabwean audiences value musical excellence, and
this tour offers a powerful programme that celebrates shared regional heritage
while presenting world-class performance. We are delighted to welcome
them."
More than a music
school
Founded in 1967, the Drakensberg Boys Choir School prepares
boys for life and leadership through excellence in music, academics, sport and
social enrichment in a Christian environment. The school remains the only
institution on the African continent where choral singing forms part of the
daily curriculum, enabling sustained musical training and artistic growth.
For decades, the Choir has performed on prestigious stages
around the world, earning a reputation for versatility, precision and vibrant
stage presence. The integration of Western classical discipline and indigenous
South African musical heritage has become a defining hallmark of the ensemble.
"Each year, the Choir is renewed by new voices and
personalities. While the faces change, the pursuit remains constant:
disciplined artistry, musical integrity and meaningful cultural
expression," says Bekker. "We seek not only to perform, but to
connect, reminding audiences that harmony begins with listening, collaboration
and respect. Through hope, we build the future. Music is our ministry, and it
remains one of the most powerful bridges across borders."
For more information about the 2026 Zimbabwe Heritage Tour,
visit www.dbchoir.com
The Zimbabwe Heritage
Tour is made possible through the valued support of the Choir's six anchor
partners: South African Tourism, Kempston Park Auto, the Ken MacKenzie
Foundation, MultiChoice, N3TC and Stone. Their investment in youth and the arts
continues to strengthen cultural collaboration across Southern Africa.
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