According to Safaricom, who are the main sponsors and organizers of the event, this will be the first place out of three for the group to perform. The event is set to start at 6.30pm with doors opening at exactly 5.30pm.
The Soweto String Quartet is a string quartet from Soweto in South Africa comprising of Reuben Khemese, Makhosini Mnguni, Sandile Khemese and Thami Khemese. Their music is a fusion of the "dance rhythms of Kwela, the syncopated guitars of Mbaqanga, the saxophones and trumpets of swaying African jazz and the voices of people singing in joyous, easy harmony". They became a full-time professional outfit in 1992 and they performed at President Mandela's inauguration, after which Mandela started recommending them for other jobs. Their "albums showcase the band's unique blend of traditional rhythms, Township Jazz, Pop songs, Jazz fusion, and of course, strong Classical influences. The songs are arranged in the band's unique and vibrant fashion - a true celebration of the resilient township spirit."
From Mombasa, the group proceeds to Nairobi, where they will be performing at the Nairobi Arboretum alongside Rhoda Ondeng who is Kenya's world famous Norway based Opera Singer. That performance is set for Friday the 24th of September and the show starts at 7pm.
Then the grand concert has been set for Sunday the 26th of September at the Impala Grounds where performers will include Soweto String Quartet, Rhoda Ondeng, Eric Wainaina, The Festival Orchestra which includes members of The Kenya Conservatoire of Music & Nairobi Orchestra, Safaricom Choir & Nairobi Chamber Chorus among others.
The grand concert is set to be shown live on KTN and www.safaricom.co.ke for those who wont get the chance of getting to the Impala Grounds on the material day. Live screening starts at 2pm to 6pm.
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