Carols by Candelight
Join in to celebrate the festive season.
KLOOFENDAL – The Old Mutual Carols by Candlelight concerts have become a feature of the festive season and are synonymous with giving to the less fortunate. This year is no different. On 30 November the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens will reverberate with the sounds of Christmas carols, with Bala Brothers and the Field Band Foundation leading the singing.
The Field Band Foundation’s marching band will kick-off proceedings with an expertly choreographed performance. This foundation is a youth development project that engages with underprivileged youngsters through music and dance.
The Bala Brothers are a multi-award-winning trio renowned for infusing classical opera sounds with popular African music. Their mastery has put them in global demand, and they’ve performed at the Edinburgh Festival and in London alongside the Grammy award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir.
As usual, collection bins will be placed in the Gardens. Concert-goers are encouraged to donate non-perishable food items, toiletries, blankets and toys that will bring joy to children who will not be spending the festive season with their loved ones. Old Mutual will donate proceeds from the concert to the Abraham Kriel Childcare Centre in Langlaagte. The centre’s main objective is to protect, care and develop children who have been subjected to trauma, abuse, molestation, poverty and neglect.
“Many traditions endure because their value is timeless, and Carols by Candlelight is one such tradition,” said Bandile Mngoma, sponsorships manager at Old Mutual. “The festive season is a time of joy and for communities to come together. Carols by Candlelight is an opportunity for families and friends to give to the less fortunate, and the splendour of the Gardens adds magic to the occasion.”
Everyone is welcome to bring picnic baskets and blankets.
