African Children's Choir. Click on photo for larger version. (Photo courtesy Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts.)Founded in 1984 by human rights activist Ray Barnett as a response to the plight of starving, orphaned children in Uganda, the African Children’s Choir’s inspiring message of strength, survival and hope has reached millions of people world-wide. Their moving stories of courage and determination have enabled the group to raise substantial sums of money to fund their many educational and support programs throughout Uganda, Rwanda, Sudan, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa. The efforts of these extraordinarily talented children are making a significant and positive impact on their communities, which will be felt for generations to come.
The choir is comprised of some of the most vulnerable and under-privileged children in Africa, most of whom have lost one or both parents to the abject poverty, disease and violence plaguing their homelands. Participation in the choir, and its parent organization Music for Life, provides these children a way to break free from the desperate cycle of poverty and hopelessness.
The education and experience they receive from their participation in the Music for Life schools, and while touring with the choir, provides them with an understanding of the world around them and a profound sense of confidence and accomplishment. Their visually stunning performance of traditional, contemporary and gospel music includes songs, stories and dances that celebrate the people, culture and life of Africa. In addition to performing for international dignitaries and world leaders like Nelson Mandela and Kofi Annan, appearances on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Good Morning America, and most recently, American Idol, have expanded their audience and helped create the awareness needed to promote their message of "hope for the future through education."
The overall education and choir training these children receive is absolutely life-altering for them. Many go on to receive formal degrees and find success in various professions. The chaperones and adult performers are all former members of the choir who have remained with the group to help continue the legacy of hope.
Bring your family and join us for this extraordinary experience. Share the inspirational stories and sheer joy of these amazing and talented children. The African Children’s Choir’s Journey of Hope is far more than musical entertainment – it’s truly a triumph of the human spirit.
Sponsored by the Katherine M. Bosch Endowment and Minnesota Public Radio.
Ticket prices for the general public are $25 and $20; MTU student prices are $20 and $15 (MTU student ID required).
To purchase tickets contact the Rozsa Box Office at 487.3200, the Central Ticket Office (SDC) at 487.2073, Tech Express (MUB) at 487.3308 or go online at tickets.mtu.edu. No refunds, exchanges, or late seating, please.
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