The University of Johannesburg Choir is set to celebrate the next generation of South African musical talent when it hosts Voices of Tomorrow on Saturday, 1 August 2026, at the UJ Arts Centre’s Keorapetse William Kgositsile Theatre in Auckland Park.
Presented by UJ Arts & Culture within the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture (FADA), the special concert will bring together talented young choristers from some of Johannesburg’s leading schools for an afternoon dedicated to music, creativity and youth development.
The event aims to create opportunities for aspiring singers to showcase their talents in a professional performance environment while strengthening the city’s vibrant choral community. Through the initiative, young performers will gain first-hand experience of a university arts environment that values artistic excellence, discipline and innovation.
Audiences can expect a diverse and uplifting programme featuring performances from the choirs of Curro Aurora, Sacred Heart College, De La Salle Holy Cross College, Roosevelt High School and Greenside High School.
Each participating choir will bring its unique style, culture and musical identity to the stage, creating a rich and inspiring showcase of Johannesburg’s emerging vocal talent. The concert reflects the diversity of the city while highlighting the important role music plays in education and personal development.
According to UJ Choir Master Sizwe Mondlane, the initiative is about more than simply presenting a concert.
“Voices of Tomorrow: Choir Kaleidoscope is about creating space for young singers to feel seen, heard and encouraged. Our hope is that some of these young voices will one day become the voices that shape UJ Choir. We want them to see UJ as a place where their talent and creative potential can grow,” he said.
The concert also supports the University of Johannesburg’s Strategic Plan 2035, which prioritises inclusivity, collaboration, positive societal impact and the creation of future-focused learning opportunities. By introducing young people to higher education and the arts, the programme aligns with global efforts to promote quality education and youth empowerment.
Organisers believe music remains a powerful tool for building confidence, fostering discipline and creating a sense of belonging among young people. Through initiatives such as Voices of Tomorrow, UJ continues to invest in the development of future artists while strengthening ties between schools, communities and higher education institutions.
The event promises to be a celebration of talent, passion and possibility, offering audiences an opportunity to witness the voices that may shape South Africa’s choral landscape in years to come.
Voices of Tomorrow takes place on Saturday, 1 August 2026, at 15:00 at the UJ Arts Centre’s Keorapetse William Kgositsile Theatre on the University’s Kingsway Campus in Auckland Park. Tickets are priced at R120 for adults and R100 for children and are available through Quicket.
The University of Johannesburg Choir, made up of students from various academic disciplines, continues to be recognised as one of South Africa’s leading choral ensembles, earning acclaim for its commitment to artistic excellence and its ability to showcase both African and Western choral traditions.
