(Above: The Durban Symphonic
Choir)
The Durban Symphonic Choir and the KZN Philharmonic
Orchestra present a memorable afternoon of choral and orchestral music: Karl
Jenkins’ Requiem and music by Mozart, on Palm Sunday, March 29 at 15h00, in the
beautiful surroundings of St Joseph’s Cathedral, Mariannhill.
The year 2026 marks a special milestone for the Durban Symphonic Choir as it celebrates 60 years of music-making, and this concert forms part of the choir’s anniversary celebrations.
The first half of the programme features music by Mozart, including the joyful Regina coeli, the beloved Laudate Dominum, and the brilliant Alleluja from Exsultate, Jubilate. These works will highlight the talents of soloists drawn from the choir’s own ranks – Sibonelo Mbanjwa, Gabrielle Wills, and Billi-Jean Parker. The first half concludes with Handel’s famous Hallelujah Chorus.
Following a short interval, choir and orchestra come together for Karl Jenkins’ Requiem, a work admired for its compelling contrasts: Dramatic choral passages and sweeping orchestral textures convey the grandeur of the traditional Latin Requiem, while the inclusion of delicate Japanese haiku introduces moments of calm reflection and lyrical beauty, creating a work that is both powerful and deeply contemplative.
The performance is directed by Ros Conrad and conducted by Chad Hendricks and promises an inspiring musical experience in the resonant acoustics of this historic cathedral.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Time: 15h00 – 17h00
Venue: St. Joseph’s Cathedral, 98 Abbot Francis Road,
Mariannhill, Durban
Tickets: R130 (under 12’s free), available online at Quicket
or at the door.
Food & Beverages will be available for purchase.
This concert is a must-attend for classical music lovers and
those seeking a meaningful way to observe Palm Sunday.
Contact:
Website: www.durbansymphonicchoir.co.za
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DbnChoir
Email: durbansymphonicchoir@gmail.com
Phone: Marian on 082 418 0883
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