CALTEX CHOIR COMPETITION

Schools need to register before April 30.

The 9th Caltex Isicathamiya High Schools Choir Competition will take place at the Playhouse Opera in Durban on the 8th May 2009. There will be 60 choirs from Durban Metro and KwaZulu-Natal competing in this award-winning, vibrant, energetic and youth-based music extravaganza with huge cash prizes, computer, trophies and certificates to be won and lots of giveaways. The event aims to preserve, promote and develop isicathamiya at grassroots level.

Popular Ukhozi FM DJ and SABC sports presenter Joe Hudla will compere the event for the third time. Veteran isicathamiya groups High Stars and Real Solution will entertain the audience while Eric “Coolfire” Radebe will rekindle ancestors with burning of traditional incense (impepho) at the opening of the show. Also guitarist Madala Kunene will entertain in the interim of this Isicathamiya showcase.

Other top names invited to this prestigious music experience are Joseph Shabalala of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Paul Mfuphi of SATMA, Prof Pitika Ntuli and Prof Cosbie Mbhele to name but a few.

The 9th Caltex Isicathamiya High Schools Choir Competition is sponsored by Chevron and managed by DBD Entertainment. The show starts at 10am sharp and entrance is free. Dress smart casual or traditional. No weapons and bottles allowed.

All interested schools must hurry and registration closes 30 April 2009. For more information call 073 301 6740.