Formed in 2002, the career achievements of Soweto Gospel Choir are phenomenal. To list but some: They have collaborated with Peter Gabriel, U2, John Legend, Robert Plant, Chance the Rapper, and Ben Harper.

They have performed on stage with Celine Dion, Andre Rieu, Bono, Diana Ross, Zahara, and Pharrell Williams. They have performed in programs alongside the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Black Eyed Peas, Shakira, Angelique Kidjo, Jimmy Cliff, Youssou N’Dour, Ziggy Marley, and South African superstar Johnny Clegg, including at his farewell concert.

The Choir has performed in such prestigious venues as Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, and Nelson Mandela Theatre – and now the NAC! Further, they have performed at such important events as the 2009 Academy Awards, Nelson Mandela’s funeral, centenary celebrations; Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s funeral (as well as his 75th and 80th birthdays); the FIFA 2009 World Cup opening ceremony in Cape Town and kick-off in Johannesburg; and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela’s memorial service.

Soweto Gospel Choir has been nominated for five Grammys, an Oscar (with Peter Gabriel), six South African Music Awards (SAMAs), as well as an International Reggae and World Music Award.

The Choir has been awarded three Grammys in their own right and three associated ones, an Emmy Award, three SAMAs, two American Gospel Awards, the inaugural Tower Music African Gospel Award for best gospel group, and a Helpmann Award.