Second Grammy win for Soweto Gospel Choir

Monday, 11 February 2008

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Members of the Soweto Gospel Choir sing songs from their Grammy Award winning album, African Spirit

The Soweto Gospel choir has taken home a second Grammy for their album "African Spirit" at Sunday night's 50th Grammy Awards. 

This is the second time in a row the group has scooped top accolade in the “Best Traditional World Music" category.

The group's musical director Lucas Bok, and founder member, Shimmy Jiyane, were called to the stage to accept the Choir's Award.

“Soweto Gospel Choir is absolutely thrilled to have won a Grammy for the second time. It was so special to win last year, but twice in a row, is more than we ever could have hoped for," said Jiyani.

"We are particularly excited as it shows that the level of our music has stayed consistently high, and this has been recognised by our peers.

“We hope we can continue to make South Africa proud."

Sapa

 

 

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