Prof Quinton Johnson, NMMU George Campus Principal, is spearheading the choir's development as part of his vision for a Performing Arts Centre for Madiba's university in the Southern Cape.
Swart, who holds a Masters degree in music from NMMU (M.Mus.– Choral Conducting), is known for his outstanding work as director of music for, amongst others, the South Cape Children's Choir, the George Male Voice Choir, the Glenwood House Music Academy and other groups.
Former student of NMMU, music lecturer, Junita van Dijk, who has achieved excellent outcomes working with the internationally acclaimed NMMU Choir in Port Elizabeth, is assisting the NMMU George Campus Choir with their vocal development and a more inclusive repertoire which will contribute to their universal appeal.
Last year the NMMU George Choir hosted va-rious choirs from the region at the George Civic Centre for a magnificent Spring Concert.
With a number of choirs again set to perform, including the well-known choir of the University of Cape Town (UCT), this year's Spring Concert sche-duled for 6 September promises to be yet another highlight on the cultural calendar.
The master of ceremonies for the event will be EDENfm Manager, Morné Pietersen.
Tickets for the NMMU George Spring Concert sell at R40 for adults and R20 for students and scholars. It can be purchased upfront from the NMMU George Campus Cashiers (Admin Building) on weekdays between 08:00 and 15:30.
Tickets will also be on sale at the George Civic Centre on the evening of the event (Saturday 6 September, from 17:00). The concert starts at 17:30 (for 18:00) -20:30.
Contact the NMMU George Marketing Department for further details on 044 801 5111.
The NMMU George Campus Choir utilises every opportunity to warmly welcome guests to the campus with their vocal talent. Prof Quinton Johnson (Campus Principal), Prof Edith Vries (Director-General: Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries -keynote speaker at a distinguished public lecture recently held at the NMMU George Campus), and members of the public were treated to extracts from the choir's new repertoire prior to the start of the lecture. Photo: Supplied
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