South Africa: Rhythms of Resistance & Harmony

Focus: Choir & Vocal Arts (Social Justice, Cultural Music, Collaboration)

Duration: 10 Days

Standards Alignment: National Core Arts Standards (Music), C3 Framework (Culture & Society), IB Global Politics

*This sample itinerary is for planning purposes only and may be modified due to availability, logistics, or group customization requests

  • Arrival in Cape Town

    • Welcome dinner & intro to South African music traditions

  • Township Choir Exchange

    • Visit Langa or Khayelitsha township

    • Joint rehearsal with local youth choir

    • Cultural storytelling through song

  • Apartheid Museum & Freedom Songs

    • Explore District Six Museum

    • Workshop: “Songs of Resistance” with local activist-musicians

  • Vocal Technique & Harmony

    • Masterclass on African choral harmonies

    • Group improvisation and call-and-response session

  • Robben Island

    • Tour with former political prisoner

    • Reflective journaling and group discussion

  • Drumming & Movement

    • Percussion workshop with djembe and marimba

    • Movement and rhythm integration

  • Garden to Route Retreat

    • Travel to coastal retreat center

    • Nature-inspired vocal composition session

  • Final Performance

    • Collaborative concert with South African choirs

    • Community celebration and cultural exchange

  • Reflection & Farewell

    • Group circle: “What we carry forward”

    • Closing dinner

  • Departure

    • Airport transfer & farewell