Oh Happy Day!

I've just got home after seeing the Soweto Gospel Choir in concert at the Assembly Rooms in George Street. It was a fantastic show. I'm sure even non-believers would've found it an uplifting experience. There were twenty performers in total, all dressed in dazzling multi-coloured costumes - which I'm guessing were inspired by various South African tribes. The close-harmony singing and the excellent drumming was enhanced by the performers' swaying, emphasising the rhythm and emotion of each song. The conductor was the most energetic I've ever witnessed, and he even took part in a lot of the singing. The repertoire was a mix of traditional and contemporary South African songs and spirituals, together with a handful of international gospel songs. Their rendition of Amazing Grace was, well... amazing. It didn't matter that I wasn't able to understand many of the African songs. The whole show was very entertaining - even the novelty item with the crockery and cutlery (go and see the show if you want to know what I'm talking about!). The standing ovation at the end of the concert was well-deserved. A must-see at the Festival... book now!