When the founders of this world-acclaimed group conceived their very first show in 1994, it was to celebrate South Africa\u2019s smooth transition to democracy.<\/p>\n
In 2019, their bold and daring 23rd offering is filled with creative elements and adventurous musical expression, driven by the two young musical directors Mnqobi Nxumalo and Sphiwe Ngcobo.<\/p>
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MTN Joyous Celebration\u2019s music has become a soundtrack in the lives of many South Africans over the years.<\/p>\n
People are able to remember specific times when specific songs carried them through hard times in their lives, as well as songs that helped them celebrate good times.<\/p>\n
Pastor Mthunzi Namba said, \u201cThe Joyous 23 show, like previous shows, has something for everyone.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s fresh and unique, but still offers the \u2018old\u2019 Joyous sound even after we have experimented and included new and innovative elements.<\/p>\n
\u201cTo remain relevant for over 20 years in an industry that\u2019s so competitive has been a challenge, but we have managed to keep going because of the support of our fans and by the grace of God.\u201d<\/p>\n
The award-winning musical ensemble has had a remarkable journey with their official sponsor, MTN, with the company being a part of the Joyous family for 13 years.<\/p>\n
Jacqui O’Sullivan, executive for corporate affairs at MTN, said, \u201cWe are excited and looking forward to being part of this year\u2019s MTN Joyous Celebration Tour 23, which kicks off during the Easter weekend.\u201d<\/p>\n
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ALSO READ:<\/span><\/p>\n Enjoy an evening of fun and laughs<\/a><\/p>\n Stand a chance to win a set of double tickets to the Rand Show<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n In line with MTN Joyous Celebration\u2019s ethos of grooming young talent, this year\u2019s choir outfits were designed by up-and-coming designers.<\/p>\n This has opened up an opportunity for young and talented South African designers to showcase their gifts and skills on a big platform such as the MTN Joyous Celebration stage.<\/p>\n The stage design for Joyous 23 is put together by a team who always pursues freshness in terms of look and feel of the set.<\/p>\n The fresh depiction of musical elements incorporated in the design befits the brand stature as pathfinders in live-show staging.<\/p>\n Some of the new and innovative elements included in Joyous 23 augment the \u201cold\u201d songs that Joyous fans have come to love with contemporary sounds and rhythms.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Hav<\/strong>e a story?<\/strong><\/p>\n Contact the newsroom by emailing: Melissa Hart (Editor)\u00a0<\/span>germistoncitynews@caxton.co.za\u00a0<\/a><\/strong>or Leigh Hodgson (News Editor)\u00a0<\/span>leighh@caxton.co.za<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>or Kgotsofalang Mashilo (journalist)\u00a0kgotsofalangm@caxton.co.za<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Remember to visit the Germiston City News on the following social media platforms:<\/p>\n Facebook<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Twitter<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Instagram<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n YouTube<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Or add the GCN on\u00a0<\/b><\/span>WhatsApp 079 406 1181<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>or\u00a0BBM (BBM Pin: 7F102137)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/b><\/span>today, to get all the latest news.<\/p>\n Catch-up on more local news with our sister newspapers\u00a0<\/span>Bedfordview Edenvale News<\/a><\/strong>,\u00a0<\/span>Alberton Record<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>Kempton Express<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n