Black Voices

Biography

Formed in 1987, Black Voices has gained a reputation as Europe’s finest female a capella quintet.

For over 25 years, Black Voices have steadily built up a reputation for delivering stunning performances through their soulful and inspirational harmonic blend. Their ever-growing repertoire includes spirituals, traditional African, Caribbean and English folk songs, jazz, gospel, pop and reggae as well as a fusion of contemporary and classical styles.

Black Voices have performed before members of the British Royal Family both in the UK and overseas. In 1998, the ensemble performed at an open-air concert for Pope John Paul II in Loreto, Italy and in 1996 they appeared before former President Nelson Mandela at the Two Nations Concert, Royal Albert Hall.

Travelling the world with their distinctive sound, harmonies and stunning stage presence, they have also appeared with music industry giants including Nina Simone, Miriam Makeba, Ray Charles, Hugh Masekela, and Take 6.

Black Voices also deliver singing workshops promoting singing in the oral tradition in schools, universities and with a range of choirs and groups to complement its concert programmes.

The group has toured extensively over the years in Australia, China, Taiwan, Seychelles, Mauritius, South Africa, Malawi, Lesotho, Namibia, Cameroon, Ghana, Zambia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Brazil, USA and all across Europe.

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