JPO Heritage Day Concert ‘iNkosi uShaka: Umbono, Isizwe, Isiphetho

JPO Heritage Day Concert ‘iNkosi uShaka: Umbono, Isizwe, Isiphetho’ (‘King Shaka: A Vision, A Nation, A Destiny’)

Some people go through life exploring new horizons and cramming as much creative diversity into their day as they possibly can. One such is Canadian born composer Warren Bessey, whose latest magnum opus, ‘iNkosi uShaka: Umbono, Isizwe, Isiphetho’ (‘King Shaka: A Vision, A Nation, A Destiny’), will be performed by the JPO Philharmonic Orchestra at the Linder Auditorium on 24th September.

Conceived on the grandest of scales, this monumental work for vocal soloists, chorus, and orchestra, forms a proud new edition to the growing symphonic literature dedicated to the proud heritage of the Zulu Nation. As its title indicates, it centres around the iconic person of the mighty warrior-king, Shaka kaSenzangakhona (1787 – 1828), also embracing a coterie of other historic figures such his ruthless aunt, Mkabayi kaJama (dubbed ‘The King Maker’), and the beautiful Queen Nandi, Shaka’s adored mother.

Conductor: Daniel Boico

Soloists:

Andile Dlamini – bass-baritone

Siphokazi Nonzwakazi Maphumolo – soprano

Rheinaldt Tshepo Moagi – tenor

The concert takes place at the Linder Auditorium on 24 September 2024 at 15h00.

Tickets prices range from R100 – R300.