The Voice of the Nation Vocal Ensemble
The Voice of the Nation Vocal Ensemble
The Voice of the Nation Vocal Ensemble is Cape Town Opera’s resident choral group, whose members perform in operatic and musical productions throughout the year as well as community concerts and educational outreach programs. 85% of the 2009 Ensemble are black or coloured, drawn primarily from the Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Kwa Zulu Natal and Gauteng provinces. Membership in the Vocal Ensemble is based on annual auditions, and the singers receive a monthly salary, individual coaching lessons, acting lessons, physical fitness classes, and evening transportation home after rehearsals and performances as part of their employment contracts. The singers have sung in over 5 countries and are the artistic ambassadors for CTO’s unique operatic sound.
Members:
Soprano: Nosiseko Mbundu, Michelle Saldanha, Nallie Danelle Smuts, Suan Steyn, Zukiswa Tsweu, Bukelwa Velem
Alto: Jacobi de Villiers, Amanda Makhubalo, Miranda Tini Tenor: Vuyisile Hlaka, Marvin Kernelle, Tamsanqa Lamani, Mthunzi Mbombela, Anele Tame Bass: Lindile Kenneth Kula, Lindile Kula, Nkosana Sitimela, Lubabalo Velebayi
Chorus Master : Albert Horne
The Voice of the Nation Ensemble is generously supported by The Genee De Villiers Graaff Allanson Trust for the Arts
