Episode 14 - Shimmy Jiyane

To say South Africa, has a strong history of song and dance… is a pretty big understatement. And few acts from the country have been as beloved or successful as the Soweto Gospel Choir.

Todays guest Shimmy Jiyane a singer, dancer, choir master, choreographer and a Founding Member with the choir.

We recorded this backstage at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre in 2019 just prior to a performance by the choir.

The Soweto Gospel Choir have five grammy nominations, three wins, and have performed alongside some of the music businesses who’s who: Bono, Aretha Franklin Stevie Wonder the list goes on…

Shimmy and I get to discussing his home land, his career performing with the choir, and whether a great dancer can tell if a stranger can move… just by looking at them.