Compiled by:

Alta Maré: Director & Founder

SUNRISE MASSby Ola Gjeilo7 – 10 February 2020

Proposal DAC

Jan 2019

CHOIRS CONNECT: CLASSICS & GOSPELChoirs Connect is a two-part concert series aimed to engage choirs and singers both local

and internationally into specific projects

This world-class event combine professional groups with choirs and singers from around

the world to allow all performers to experience success in a fun collaborative way while

providing an opportunity to engage with the sights and sounds of the host city.

Two events per annum:

• Classics in Cape Town – over first weekend in February annually.

Premier event 7 – 10 February 2020.

2020 is the premiere event performing Ola Gjeilo’s Sunrise Mass

• Gospel in Soweto over last weekend in April annually.

• Premiere event 24 – 27 April 2020 with Grammy winners the Soweto Gospel Choir

special guest performers.

BACKGROUND

• Choirs Connect Classics is the annual kick-off of the CHORAL CELEBRATION

NETWORK FOUNDATION event series

• Concerts will take place in the newly renovated Cape Town City Hall.

• Up to 500 singers can participate.

• Mostly choirs, but limited individual singers with proven choral experience

can register

• Sight seeing will be in and around Cape Town including the Cape Winelands

to taste wines of the region and Cape Town sights like Table Mountain, etc

• The Anchor choir for the Classics premiere event in 2020 is the UWC

Combined Arts Choir and the orchestra the string section of the Cape Town

Philharmonic orchestra

• The concerts will include a bonus 20 minute African programme by UWC CA

Choir and a 40 minute classical performance by the Cape Town

Philharmonic choir with the second half the Choral work

• Two full concerts will be presented: Saturday evening and Sunday

afternoon

• 2020 will be ‘The Sunrise Mass’ by Ola Gjeilo

• We await confirmation that 2021 will present the Grammy winning ‘Calling

all Dawns’ by Christopher Tin

CHOIRS CONNECT: CLASSICS CONCERTS

Compiled by:

Alta Maré: Director & Founder

CHOIRS CONNECT: CLASSICS

THE SETTING: CAPE TOWN

Cape Town is the oldest city in South Africa and known as the ‘Mother City. This imposing port city is perched between the ocean and Table Mountain with a national

park at its heart. To say there is no place like Cape Town in the world is an understatement.

The best time of year to visit is summer and February forms the sweet spot between the local tourism summer holiday season and the start of the rainy season.

This vibrant city beneath the imposing Table Mountain offers something to everyone. This event offers a unique experience where we celebrate the beauty of choral music

while giving you a reason to visit this enticing city. We can’t wait to share our passion for choral music and the sights, sounds and great wine of Cape Town with you!

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CHOIRS CONNECT: CLASSICS CONCERTSTHE COMPOSER : OLA GJEILO PART OF THE PROJECT

Link to a performance of Sunrise Mass: https://youtu.be/-NXEVaciIKM

CHOIRS CONNECT CLASSICS EVENT SCHEDULE

Thursday:

6 Feb

Friday

7 Feb

Saturday:

8 Feb

Sunday:

9 Feb

10 Feb

Arrival in Cape

Town.

Greeting by tour

guide and check

into

accommodation

Workshop with Composer

& First Rehearsal with full

choir and orchestra at

Cape Town City Hall

Rehearsal 4 & 5 at Cape

Town City Hall

09h00

Optional Robben Island

trip with a special

concert - one song from

own repertoire for

choirs/singers who wish

to perform

Voluntary

Tourism day

and/or departure

Option for

tourism day

Own lunch

Full rehearsal with

Conductor & orchestra at

Cape Town City Hall

Own dinner

14h00 Afternoon free time

16h00 Final Stage

Rehearsal

18h00 dinner packs and

water provided

12h00 Lunch packs provided13h00 final stage rehearsal15h00 Choirs Connect Concert 2: Cape Town City Hall

Free time 18h00: Rehearsal no 3 at

Cape Town City Hall

20h00 Choirs Connect

Concert 1:

Cape Town City Hall

18h00 Mayoral Farewell

Function

MAIN ROLE PLAYERS

GERBEN GROOTENConductor

YOU AND/OR YOUR CHOIR?

UWC – Creative Arts Choir

&

EVENT PACKAGE

BASIC PACKAGE INCLUDE:

• Your own copy of the score

• Workshop with Ola Gjeilo(Skype) & Gerben Grootten

• 5 Rehearsals with concert choir of >500 singers &

CPO String Section

• 2 Concerts with Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra

and University of Western Cape Combined Arts choir

as anchor groups in the City Hall of Cape Town

• 1 Lunch & 1 dinner pack

• Certificate of participation

• Competent support at performances

OPTIONAL:

• Event t-shirt

• Robben Island boat cruise with informal celebration

of the Legacy of Nelson Mandela

• Accommodation package for 3 nights including B& B

at your choice accommodation type

• Transport options Transport costs to be quoted

separately

• Various sight seeing options for a full tourism day

• Outreach options on request

CHOIRS CONNECT:CLASSICS: FULLY INCLUSIVE PACKAGE PRICES

REQUIRED PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Individual Choir per participant

Non-refundable Registration fee on registration R 1,500 R 1,100-00

30 Nov R 2 ,000 R2,000-00

30 Dec Balance of package costs

INCLUSIONS: Event fees for Workshop with Ola Gjeilo(Skype) & Gerben Grootten on Work, Rehearsals with CPO, 2 Concerts in Cape Town City Hall, Light preconcert dinner pack, Light preconcert lunch pack, Printed

score of work, Rehearsal tracks for your voice group, Professional support at venue as well as accommodation on B&B basis per accommodation type selected. Excl transport, Robben Island event and any Sight seeing

FULL PACKAGE6 – 9 Feb 2020 Individual Choir per participant

Economy

Economy 1: 1* hotels R 4,665-00 R 4,290-00

Economy 2: 2* hotels R 5,580-00 R 5,205-00

Economy 3: Budget hotel R 5,730-00 R 5,355-00

Standard

Standard 1: Holiday Inn express R 5,775-00 R 5,400-00

Standard 2: 3* City Lodge R 5,925-00 R 5,550-00

First Class:

First Class 1: 3* plus hotel R 6,750-00 R 6, 375-00

First Class 2: 4* hotel R 7,590-00 R 7, 215-00

CHOIRS CONNECT CLASSICS: PARTICIPATION ONLY

Participation Fee Only

Individual PP Choir per participant INCLUSIONS: Workshop with Ola Gjeilo(Skype) & Gerben Grootten on Work, Rehearsals with CPO, 2 Concerts in Cape Town City Hall, Light preconcert dinner pack, Light preconcert lunch pack, Printed score of work, rehearsal tracks for your voice group, professional support at venue R 2,800-00 R 2.300-00

REQUIRED PAYMENT SCHEDULE per person

Non-refundable Registration fee R 1,500-00 R 1,000-00

Balance workshop, rehearsals & concerts R 1,800-00 R 1,300-00

Farewell Function: Meal and welcome drink, Cash bar available R 350-00 R 350-00

Extra ACCOMMODATION PER NIGHT on B&B basis

Full amount payable on reservation SHARING PPPN B&B SINGLE PPPN B&B

EconomyEconomy 1: 1* hotels R 490 -00 R 860 -00

Economy 2: 2* hotels R 795 -00 R 1,375-00

Economy 3: Budget hotel R 845 -00 R 1,685 -00

StandardStandard 1: Holiday Inn express R 860 -00 R 1,585 -00

Standard 2: 3* City Lodge R 910 -00 R 1,590-00

First Class:First Class 1: 3* plus hotel R 1,185-00 R 2,360-00

First Class 2: 4* hotel R 1,465-00 R 2,925-00

Thank You

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

ROBBEN ISLAND EVENT

This special event is organised to celebrate our partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation and celebrate

the victory of creating the Rainbow Nation through an informal Celebration of the Legacy of Nelson Mandela. The

cost below include the boat trip to Robben Island, a bottle of water and informal concert where participants or

choirs can each perform a choral piece and we will do a group piece to end the morning of celebration.

Cost:

• Madiba T-shirt R275-00

• Robben Island boat cruise with informal celebration of the Legacy of Nelson Mandela:

Robben Island Adults R473 - R682

Children R240 - R375

SIGHT SEEING OPTIONS FOR 6 OR 10 FEBRUARY 2020

Cost per person, incl transport from accommodation or central point

1. Cape Town Helicopter– 15 minutes R 1 480 -00

2. Cape Town Half day City Tour Half day (Table Mountain optional ) R 570 -00

3. Cape Half Day Winelands Tour Half day R 815 -00

4. Cape Peninsula Half Day Tour-Half day R 935 -00

5. Cape Penisula and Penguin Colony Tour Full Day Tour R 1 235 -00

6. Best of Cape Town Full Day Tour R 1 595 -00

7. Full day Winelands Tour Full Day Tour R 1 090 -00

8. Full day Safari TourInverdoorn Game Reserve R 3 025 -00

9. African Dinner & Drumming Experience – perfect for arrival night on 6 Dec

R 743 -00

SIGHT SEEING DETAIL: CAPE TOWN HELICOPTER TRIP(15 MIN)

R1,480-00

• Experience Cape Town like never before during a 15 minutes flight above Table bay and the theAtlantic Seaboard.

• You will be transferred from your hotel/guest house to the waterfront for a short brief with your pilot.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Pick-up and drop-off to your hotel

• Admire the city center, the mountains and the whole peninsula from above

• Your pilot will have plenty of facts to tell and spots to show youR1,480-00 per person for 15 minute trip

CAPE TOWN HALF DAY TOUR

R570-00PP

MORNING - Depart: 08:00 – 09:00 Return: 12:30

AFTERNOON - Depart: 13:00 –14:00 Return: 17:30

HIGHLIGHTS:

• South African Museum

• Bo-Kaap

• Table Mountain Cable Car (optional)

DETAILED ITINERARY

• South African Museum & the Company Gardens

• Parliament buildings

• City Hall & Castle of good Hope

• Malay Quarter/ Bo-Kaap

• Green Market Square

• Signal Hill

• Camps Bay & Clifton

• Short Diamond factory tour (optional)

• Wi-Fi on board

OPTION 1: Visit above highlights + Table Mountain (cable car fee not included & weather-permitting)

OR

OPTION 2Visit above highlights + Table View for a “postcard view” of Table Mountain.

COST R570-00 per person

CAPE WINELANDS HALF DAY TOUR

R815-00pp

MORNING - Depart: 08:00 – 09:00 Return: 12:30

AFTERNOON - Depart: 13:00 –14:00 Return: 17:30

Wheelchair accessible

HIGHLIGHTS

• Tantalise your taste buds and enjoy a wine tasting at the most prestigious, award-winning wine farm of Stellenbosch. Enjoy wine tasting and cheese tasting while expanding your knowledge on some of the most unique wines in the world

• Take a unique ride on the vintage-style wine tram in Franschhoek, passing through breath-taking views and beautiful vineyards - one of the best ways for you to explore the true beauty of Franschhoek

TOUR DETAILS:

• Enjoy a wine tasting at an award-winning wine farm, accompanied by a cheese assortment and a unique ride on the Franschhoek tram.

• Stellenbosch: We head to the Stellenbosch winelands, only 45 minutes out of the city of Cape Town, which offers breathtakingsceneries that are entirely different to the Cape Peninsula. You will discover distinct grape varieties that grow in the area such as Shiraz, Chenin Blanc and the uniquely South African Pinotage. You will also learn about the Méthode Cap Classique developed in the area, that emulates and rivals the very best French champagnes. Stellenbosch is a small but vibrant town with a well-known university and various activities such a wine cellar tours and tastings, museums, galleries and strawberry picking. You will have the opportunity to purchase wines to take back home to enjoy the region's divine vintages after your visit.(1h45)

• (*)Wine farm locations may differ depending on the day of the week or the time of the year.

• - This a half day tour of the Winelands and you will be picked up and drop off at your hotel. -

• Price policy: In case of non-presentation on the tours, full cancellation fees will apply. You may cancel up to 24 hours before your tour.

INCLUSIONS: Entrance fees, One wine tasting, One cheese tasting, Professional guide, Pick up and drop off at hotel, Earphones to hear the guide clearly, WiFi on board,

EXCLUSIONs: Extra drinks

CAPE PENINSULA HALF DAY

R935-00pp

MORNING - Depart: 08:00 – 09:00 Return: 12:30

AFTERNOON - Depart: 13:00 –14:00 Return: 17:30

Wheelchair accessible

HIGHLIGHTS

• Experience the 9km drive and 114 curves of one of the world's most majestic and scenic drives - Chapman's Peak. Hop off at one of the many picnic spots where you can take photographs and enjoy the breathtaking views of the rugged cliffs, the ocean, the beaches (and perhaps) whales and dolphins!

• See the magnificent sight of Cape Point's towering rock cliffs, the lighthouse which is situated 238m above sea level, over 250 species of birdlife, bucks, baboons and the Cape Mountain Zebra

• Explore the Cape of Good Hope, a world-famous landmark, and monuments in honour of Vasco da Gama and Bartolomeu Dias - two of the world's most famous explorers

• Visit the Jackass penguins at Boulders Beach, which has grown rapidly since only two Jackass penguins settled in Boulders Beach that arrived from Dyer Island, close to Gansbaai. Observe them in their natural habitat and dare to have a swim alongside them!

TOUR DETAILS:

• Explore the wonders of the Mother City and take in all the beauty she has to offer on our Half Day Peninsula Tour - from the penguin colony, the pristine white beaches, breathtaking mountains, to the spectacular sight of Cape Point. Be sure not to miss the magnificent visit to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens!

• Clifton & Camps Bay, Cape Point (30min), Penguin Colony & Simon's Town(To see and interact with the penguins there is a small conservation fee of R75 for children and R150 for adults) (20min), Kalk Bay, Muizenberg

• Please note that since it is a half day tour, time constraints might result in a rushed experience.

INCLUSIONS: Entrance fee to Cape Point Nature Reserve, Professional guide, Pick up and drop off at hotel, WiFi on board

EXCLUSIONS: Lunch, Optional visit fees (Penguin Colony)

CAPE PENINSULA FULL DAY

R1,235-00pp

Depart: 08:00 – 09:00 Return: 17:30

Wheelchair accessible

HIGHLIGHTS

•Experience the 114 curves and 9km drive of one of the world's most scenic and majestic drives - Chapman's Peak. Hop off at one of the many picnic spots where you can enjoy and take photographs of the breathtaking views of the rugged cliffs, the beaches, the ocean, whales and dolphins!

•See the spectacular sight of Cape Point's towering rock cliffs, the lighthouse which is situated 238m above sea level, over 250 species of birdlife, baboons, bucks and the Cape Mountain Zebra. Explore the Cape of Good Hope, a world-renowned landmark, and monuments inhonour of two of the world's most famous explorers - Vasco da Gama and Bartolomeu Dias

•Visit the Jackass penguins at Boulders Beach in Simon's Town, which has grown rapidly since only two Jackass penguins settled inBoulders Beach that arrived from Dyer Island, near Gansbaai. Observe their fascinating behaviours up close and dare to have a swim alongside them!

•Visit the seventh most beautiful garden in the world - the fascinating Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Fully immerse yourself in all that the garden has to offer - over 7000 species of plants, shady trails, panoramic views, picnic spots, sculptures and many more

TOUR DETAILS:

•Explore the wonders of the Mother City and take in all the beauty she has to offer on our Full Day Peninsula Tour - from the pristine white beaches, the penguin colony, breathtaking mountains, to the spectacular sight of Cape Point. Be sure not to miss the sensational visit to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens!

•Clifton & Camps Bay, Hout Bay & Seal Island Boat Trip(1h), Cape Point(1h 30min), Penguin Colony & Simon's Town(To visit and interact with the penguins there is a small conservation fee of R150 for adults and R75 for children).(30min), Kalk Bay, Muizenberg, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens(30min),

INCLUSIONS: Pick up and drop off at hotel, Entrance fee to Cape Point Nature Reserve and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Professional guide, Pick up and drop off at hotel, Earphones to hear the guide clearly, WiFi on board,

Exclusions: Lunch, Optional visit fees (Penguin Colony and Seal Island)

Depart: 08:00 – 09:00 Return: 17:30

Wheelchair accessible

HIGHLIGHTS

•Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

•Boulders Penguin Colony (optional)

•Stellenbosch orientation

•Wine tastingDETAILED ITINERARY

•The Peninsula: Clifton & Camps Bay, Twelve Apostles Mountain Range, Llandudno, Hout Bay, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Noordhoek, Ostrich viewing, Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Penguin colony (optional), Simons Town, KalkBay, Muizenberg, False BayThe Wine Route: Stellenbosch orientation, Wine tasting, Cellar Tour, Opportunity to purchase wine, Cheese-tasting, Wi-Fi on board

INCLUSIONS: Pick up and drop off at hotel, Entrance fees, One wine tasting, One cheese tasting, Professional guide,, Earphones to hear the guide clearly, WiFi on board,

EXCLUSIONs:

Lunch, Extra drinks, entrance at Cape Penguin Colony

BEST OF THE CAPE FULL DAY

R1,595-00pp

Depart: 08:00 – 09:00 Return: 17:30

Wheelchair accessible

HIGHLIGHTS

•Expand your palate and enjoy three wine tastings at the most prestigious, award-winning wine farms(*) of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl. Enjoy wine tasting, cheese tasting and cellar tours all while gaining knowledge about some of the most unique wines in the world

•Enjoy a unique ride on the vintage-style Franschhoek Tram, passing through breath-taking views and vineyards - one of the best ways to explore the true beauty of Franschhoek

•Visit Paarl and its vibrant Afrikaans culture, and the Drakenstein prison, where Nelson Mandela last stayed before being released

•Winelands Full Day Visit

•Attention wine lovers! Tantalise your taste buds and brush up on your wine knowledge on our Full Day Winelands Tour. Enjoy three wine tastings at award-winning wine farms, accompanied by a cheese assortment and cellar tour, an exciting ride on the Franschhoek tram, and a visit to the Drankenstein Prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last part of his captivity.

•Stellenbosch (1h45), Franschhoek(2h), Drakenstein Prison, Paarl(1h), (*)Wine farm locations may differ depending on the day of the week or the time of the year.

•- This a full day tour of the Winelands and you will be picked up and dropped off from your hotel. -

INCLUSIONS: Entrance fees, Three wine tasting, One cheese tasting, Cellar Tour, Professional guide, Pick up and drop off at hotel, Earphones to hear the guide clearly, WiFi on board

EXCLUSIONS: Lunch, Optional visits

WINELANDS VISIT WINE TASTING

FULL DAY R1,090-00pp

HIGHLIGHTS

•Feast on African food at a unique restaurant in the heart of Cape Town. Upon arrival, gather in a circle for an interactive lesson about the different sounds and rhythms made by a traditional djembe drum.

•Starting time : 18:30

•Duration : 3h - 3h30

•HIGHLIGHTS:

• Learn about the different beats of a djembe drum at an interactive drumming session

• Savour a 14 dish set menu dinner

• Get a taste of Africa at a one-of-a-kind experience

• Your driver will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel

AFRICAN DINNER & DRUMMING EXPERIENCE R745-00pp

•Depart: 08:00 – 09:00 Return: 17:30

HIGHLIGHTS

•Ever dreamt about seeing the Big Five up close? Now is your chance! Enjoy the unforgettable experience of being in the company of the Elephant, Lion, Rhino, African Buffalo and the elusive Leopard at the Inverdoorn Game Reserve

•Learn about the fascinating cheetahs' behaviours at the cheetah rescue and rehabilitation centre at the Game Reserve

•The only opportunity for, by far, the best authentic safari on a day tour from Cape Town while travelling via the Klein Karoo and wine region

•TOUR DETAILS:

•Get up close and personal with Africa's famous Big Five and other wild animals on our Full Day Safari Tour, a two and a half hour drive from Cape Town. As the Game Reserve is situated in the Western Cape, you will not need to worry about the risk of malaria. Enjoy some of the Cape's most unique flora and fauna, beautiful landscapes and wildlife all in one day! The elephants and lions have all been rescued by the team at the reserve, after encountering a virtual wipe out due to settlement and agricultural development. You will also find the cheetah rescue and rehabilitation centre which was founded in 2001, home to numerous cheetahs.

•Inverdoorn Game Reserve: Enjoy a two-hour safari tour across the 10 000 ha game reserve in an open air 4x4 discovering the Big Five. As you enter, you may come across a herd of antelope before heading down towards the lions’ reserve. You will be amazed by the majestic sight of the male Cape Barbary lion which is a rare find! From thereon you will encounter an endless variety of antelope species, from the beautifully marked oryx, elands, wildebeests, threatened rhinos, springboks and herds of zebras. After thrilling twists and turns spotting giraffes, elephants and hippos you will arrive at the last stop before returning to the lodge for lunch – the cheetah rescue andrehabilitation centre, where you will gain key insight about their behaviour.(2h)

•The Ceres Fruit Valley, The Klein Karoo

INCLUSIONS: Welcome drinks, Game drive, Lunch, Professional guide, Pick up and drop off at hotel, Earphones to hear the guide clearly, WiFi on board

EXCLUSIONS: Extra drinks

FULL DAY CAPE TOWN SAFARI

R3,025-00pp

COME JOIN YOUR PASSION FOR SINGING &

TRAVELLING IN ONE UNIQUE EXPERIENCE

• Perform with Mass choir and Cape Town Philharmonic orchestra and University of Western Cape Combined Arts Choir

• SUNRISE MASS by Ola Gjeilo

• City Hall of Cape Town

• Online enrolment: https://tickets.tixsa.co.za/event/choirs-connect-classics

• Great opportunity for unforgettable memories for choirs or individual singers

• Exceptional Tourism options

• Farewell Function with Mayor of Cape Town

• Include international choirs and singers

• Make the most of your weekends in this Friday to Monday event.

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