The City of Matlosana to Host North West Regional Choir Eliminations on Women’s Day
- Karen Scheepers
- Aug 7
- 2 min read
The City of Matlosana, in collaboration with the Tiro Mpane Foundation, will host the much-anticipated North West Regional Eliminations of the National Choral Eisteddfod on Saturday, 9 August 2025. This significant musical event, scheduled for 9 AM at Auditorium Hall in Klerksdorp, promises a captivating celebration of choral excellence, cultural pride, and community engagement.
Celebrating Harmony and Talent Across the Region
Coinciding with Women's Day, the regional eliminations are part of the Tiro Mpane Foundation’s broader vision to elevate choral music and provide a competitive platform for emerging and established choirs across South Africa.
The event will feature performances by local favourites including Tshimologo ya Pina, Lesedi La Bakgatli, and the Matlosana Secondary School Choir, alongside a host of accomplished groups competing in both the Standard and Large categories.
Standard Category Competitors and Repertoire
The Standard Category will showcase five choirs delivering both African and Western classical compositions:
Matlosana Melodies: Mozart – Agnus Dei | SBP Mnomiya – Vuk’uy’bambe
Tshwane Chorus: Mozart – Confutatis & Lacrimosa | M Mogale – Ramathathai
Lethlabile Chorale: Donizetti – Requiem | SBP Mnomiya – Madiba
Platinum Voices: Gounod – Sanctus | M Mogale – Ramathathai
URC-Lesetlheng Choir: Gounod – Sanctus | L Biata – Ipasika
Large Category Showdown
In the Large Category, three powerhouse choirs will present technically challenging Western works complemented by vibrant African choral compositions:
NWU Serenaders: Berlioz – Domine Salvum | N Sibisi – Intokazi ngasolwandle
The Great CUT Choir: Rossini – Kyrie & Agnus Dei | M Mogale – A me a kalo
Da Capo Chorus: Rossini – Gloria & Cum sancto spirito | SPB Mnomiya – Ngiboniseleni
Each group will be evaluated on musicality, harmony, stage presence, and interpretation, with top performers progressing to national-level competitions.
Public Participation and Ticketing
Community members, music lovers, and supporters of the arts are invited to attend this prestigious event. Tickets are available through www.webtickets.co.za. Early attendance is encouraged as doors open at 9 AM.
For further inquiries, the City of Matlosana has provided the following contacts:
Ms Ntswaki Makgetha – AD: Communication and Marketing📞 018 487 8311 | 📧 ntswaki@klerksdorp.org
Ms Kelebogile Moleko – Media Relations Officer📞 018 487 8395 | 📧 kmoleko@klerksdorp.org
Finale Note
The North West Regional Choir Eliminations will not only spotlight the province’s rich choral tradition but also serve as a unifying cultural moment for residents of Matlosana and beyond. As voices rise in harmony on Women's Day, the event is poised to inspire, uplift, and ignite regional pride through the universal language of music.
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