As a result of its tribute to the late American singer Nightbirde in the semi-finals, Mzansi Youth Choir received the golden buzzer, guaranteeing it a spot in the finale alongside Lavender Darcangelo, Adrian Stoica & Hurricane, Murmuration, Ahren Belisle and Putri Ariani.<\/p>\n
The same song was performed by the late Jane Marczewski, better known as Nightbirde, during the 16th season of AGT. However, she was unable to progress to the next round after withdrawing due to a battle with cancer.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt’s been a week,\u201d Mzansi Youth Choir wrote on social media. \u201cStill cannot believe we went from auditioning @AGT, to performing in the semi-finals and now have the chance to perform at finals for. The chance of a lifetime.\u201d<\/p>\n
AGT wrote: \u201cCongratulations, Mzansi Youth Choir and Putri Ariani. They\u2019re headed to AGT\u2019s finale.\u201d<\/p>\n
In their comments, judges Heidi Klum and Sophie Vergara spoke highly of the choir\u2019s outfits, make-up and stage presence, while Simon Cowell said: \u201cI believe this act is outstanding. You can\u2019t help but be drawn in by your enthusiasm and performance style. It\u2019s a clich\u00e9, but this stage may make or break you. Tonight, you were made.\u201d<\/p>\n
The top 11 acts will battle in the finale on 26 and 27 September before two finalists are selected.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, another South African group Ndlovu Youth Choir released its version of the Rugby World Cup anthem \u2018World in Union\u2019 on 8 September. The song, which seeks to spread the message of hope, love and unity, was released ahead of the 2023 tournament which is currently underway in France. Before that, singer Mgarimbe released \u2018Sister Bokkina\u2019 \u2013 a song which is being used as the South African national rugby team\u2019s anthem. The track copies Mgarimbe\u2019s \u2018Sister Bethina\u2019 single but with new lyrics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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