Stellenbosch University Choir

Stellenbosch University Choir
Choir
Stellenbosch University Choir logo.
Founded1936
GenreVaried
Members95–120
DirectorAndré van der Merwe (2003–)
AffiliationStellenbosch University
Websitewww.sun.ac.za/english/entities/choir

The Stellenbosch University Choir (Afrikaans: Stellenbosch Universiteitskoor) is a choir affiliated with Stellenbosch University. Founded in 1936, it is the oldest choir in South Africa.[1] The choir is viewed as a leading South African choral ensemble and has toured overseas extensively where it has won critical acclaim for its performances.[2][3][4][5] The current conductor, André van der Merwe, was appointed at the beginning of 2003.[6]

  1. ^ "Stellenbosch University Choir". Retrieved 2 March 2007.
  2. ^ "Stellenbosch University Choir". Retrieved 2 March 2007.
  3. ^ "WCG 2016 Champions".
  4. ^ "South Africa - land of singing".
  5. ^ "Stellenbosch University Department of Music".
  6. ^ "USK Conductor".