The Ndlovu Youth choir stirs social media after #AmericasGotTalent performance

The Ndlovu Youth choir is still making waves on social media following their electric performance at Americas GotTalent  this week.  The choir wowed the crowds as they showcased their talent with their rendition of Vicky Sampson’s song, “African Dream”.

All the show’s judges Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Gabrielle Union and Julianne Hough gave the choir standing ovation.

They received four yeses from the judges and have now moved on to the next stage of the competition.

“From the second you walked out I think this whole place was rooting for you and you didn’t disappoint. You showcased the beauty that you represent and you’re giving so much hope, I can’t thank you enough, thank you,” said Union.

Fans around the globe have have taken to different social media platform, hailing the choir for their exceptional talent, reminding the youngsters that they are rooting for them and they hope they win the competition.

“This is a dream come true, it’s like I’m dreaming right, said”  Sandile Majola, one of the choir members.

Hailing from a small village in Limpopo the Ndlovu Youth Choir, most of the youngsters come from poor communities. Many of the children’s parents have passed away, and they have to look after their siblings on their own.

The choir director, Ralf Schmitt, shared some of the challenges that the youngsters growing up in the poor communities face but also highlighted how the youth have managed to “lift themselves up”.

“Just because you’re born in poverty, it doesn’t mean you are poverty,” he added.

Source:iol.co.za

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