Cantare Children’s Choir receives a big birthday present
Cantare Children’s Choir is celebrating it’s 20th birthday this year and has received a big, much needed birthday present.
ALBERTON – The National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund recently granted the funds to purchase a 16 seater minibus which will be used to transport members from Thokoza and Katlehong development choirs to participate in rehearsals and performances.
Cantare Children’s Choir was founded in 1995 by Ida Strydom, in conjunction with the former Transvaal Education Department, and the choir’s vision has always been limited by a lack of resources and funding. The choir was privatised and funded itself through concerts, fundraising and membership fees. Choir parents, in conjunction with musical directors and conductors, carry the responsibility for administration, fundraising, marketing, finances, performances and tours.
The vision of the Cantare Children’s Choir is to represent all cultures in order to produce a unique South African sound, resulting in South Africa setting the benchmark for quality choral music, quality education and goodwill between people.
Medium term goals are to undertake national and international tours and to take part in various national and international choir festivals and competitions, with the long-term goal to become one of the most acclaimed choirs in South Africa.
The Cantare Children’s Choir is recognised nationally and internationally for their outstanding sound quality, as well as their high level of discipline. Young members develop outstanding social skills through the discipline the choir environment requires and are known to achieve academically because of this.
The Cantare Children’s Choir would like to express their sincere gratitude to National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund for the funds, as well as Raceview Motors and their team, “Find your car”, who assisted with the purchase of the vehicle.
The Cantare Children’s Choir is planning an event for September this year to celebrate it’s 20th birthday and are requesting all previous members to join in the celebration. Contact the Cantare Children’s Choir through their website www.cantare.org.za for more information.
