Drakensberg Boys Choir School
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Drakensberg Boys Choir School
Drakensberg Boys Choir School
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
About
The Drakensberg Boys Choir School is one of the few South African Schools whose fame extends around the world. This school offers a unique educational opportunity for boys; it stimulates their spirit of adventure and exploration in our beautiful surroundings, while nurturing the development of the mind and expression in innate musical talent. Set on a 100Ha estate, the school draws its inspiration from the majestic Drakensberg Mountains, a World Heritage Site in KwaZulu-Natal, and is filled with the sound of boys singing, surely one of the purest of musical delights in the world. Don't miss our popular Wednesday concerts at 15h30, every Wednesday during term time!
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2-3 hours
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ronnievanj777
4 contributions
May 2022
What an experience! It was our first, but be sure it will not be our last! We enjoyed every minute from the We will Rock you to the Gala concert. Great good, great vibe great people!
Written 9 May 2022
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johanscheepersbasso
Pretoria, South Africa2 contributions
Apr 2022
What a great school. It brought back so much memories, thank you for still being there and the good work you do...
Will see you all again!!
Will see you all again!!
Written 29 April 2022
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Hanu E
1 contribution
Apr 2022
I am an old boy of the Drakensberg Boys Choir School. It is and will be the best concert of choristers you will ever watch. The school goes from grade 4 to grade 9. It is an old boys school. The boys are very friendly and respectful. These boys came from no experience to fully trained professionals. They are very good singers and recommend everyone to go and listen to their beautiful voices.
Written 6 April 2022
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INKOSANA Berg Lodge
Cathkin Park, South Africa20 contributions
Mar 2022
best atmosphere ever ,great voices and amazing music
support them and learn about our world famous choir
support them and learn about our world famous choir
Written 28 March 2022
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l4dann
Pretoria, South Africa2 contributions
Mar 2022
Enjoy the universal language of music and song with a goosebump experience, by treating yourself with a Wednesday afternoon concert by the Drakies within walking distance of Dragon Peaks Mountain resort. Just the joy on their faces and the enjoyment in the performance alone, will fill your heart and soul with beauty and pleasure.... not even to mention the music and song!!!
Written 27 March 2022
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amandapT7804VZ
Gauteng, South Africa46 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
If you are in the Central Drakensberg near Dragon's Peak on a Wednesday afternoon ,you have to spoil yourself with the incredible sounds of the Drakensberg Boys Choir! They are superb, leaving you with goosebump memorable moments through the power of music.
This is such a treat. Tickets easily available on Webtickets or at the school office.
Don't miss out!
This is such a treat. Tickets easily available on Webtickets or at the school office.
Don't miss out!
Written 16 February 2022
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Robert L
Cape Town, South Africa271 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
We were hoping to attend a Wednesday afternoon session with the boys but unfortunately they were away on tour in Namibia. Nonetheless the visit to the school was very special, set in the Drakensberg the surrounding area was a special treat.
Written 22 November 2021
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GDay1044
Durban, South Africa1Â 095 contributions
Oct 2021
We were lucky here – the website offered no performance the weekend we were staying in the Valley – just by chance on our way to Dragon Peaks we passed the entrance and the sign announced a performance that evening – it turned out to be a special show at the end of parents week which accounted for a very enthusiastic audience - a chance not to be missed – sensational is the only way to describe our evening – the boys excelled themselves with a traditional first half and a resounding second half Shosholoza a 40 minute themed performance full of colour, drums and of course great singing – don’t miss it in fact plan your trip here around a concert
Written 16 November 2021
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GusBehn
Cape Town, South Africa309 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
Every South African should visit the Drakensberg Boys Choir School and attend one of their concerts. The boys are remarkable in all respects. Their singing and musical talents are exceptional. The staff are brilliant in educating these boys and providing them with this wonderful platform to follow their talents and dreams. Their amazing performance will be remembered for a very long time. Support them, you’ll be glad you did.
Written 6 October 2021
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Sam L
Waterfall, South Africa181 contributions
Sep 2021
The sound of heaven is something to behold, but beyond their beautiful voices is the absolute joy that each of these boys have for what they do. The passion and 100% commitment is etched in their joyful smiles and expressive faces. What a joy it is to see and hear them sing from their hearts.
Written 25 September 2021
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Why do you only cater for big events. I am a old drakie and need a favour in the southern berg. Please let me know if you at all interested. Kyknet will be a part of my event......
Good Morning. We do small events also :) Please contact the school on 036 468 1012.
Horacio S
San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
Hi! I would be very pleased if someone could tell me how to get there from Winterton. I have no possibilities to hire a car or take a taxi. Is there any public transportation/transfer/or even a bike to rent? I have ticket for 21st november and I don't know how to manage with this issue! Thanks, Horacio
DBCS_Choir
Winterton, South Africa
Hi Horacio
We have responded to your query via our Facebook page...
Wij , ook koorliefhebbers, zijn daar van 20 t/m 22 december.
Hopelijk is er dan ook een uitvoering!
DBCS_Choir
Winterton, South Africa
Beste Willem
Helaas, onze laatste concert in 2018 vindt plaats Zondag 9 December. Dan zijn de jongens met vakantie tot volgende jaar.
We zijn in Meimaand in Ulm (4 Mei), Salzburg (6 Mei) en Basel (8-13 Mei). Misschien lukt dat...
Volg onze Facebook pagina en blijf op de hoogte van alle reizen en concerten.
redvanmorrison
Portchester, UK455 contributions
Any plans for the UK?
DBCS_Choir
Winterton, South Africa
We would love to visit the UK. However, we need an invitation to perform at a prolific event or festival with financial support from the hosts, since our weak currency is largely at odds with making a trip financially viable from this side.
atastefortravel
Baltimore, Maryland521 contributions
We will be visiting the area from September 12-14, 2016 and wish to know if there will be any performances during that time. If yes, how do we obtain tickets/make reservations in advance.
Maureen B
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa43 contributions
Go to the website. There should be a schedule of dates for upcoming concerts. They are held most Wednesdays at 3.30pm during the school term. They do have a twitter handle,Facebook = Drakensberg Boyd' Choir School. The phone number is +27 (0)36 468 1012 or email them. Sorry, TripAdvisor rules prevent me from providing these directly to you. :-(
I hope you are lucky enough to see them.
Michael J J
POLOKWANE5 contributions
We will be at Drakensberg sun from 11/04/2016 till 14/04/2016. Will there be any performences by the choir in that time?
When was the drankensberg choir comming to the states for a tour. Would love to come to south Africa but can afford the air fare. See all the videos on you tube are truly amazing.
Steven W
Perth, Australia201 contributions
Hi Wayne. Unfortunately we currently do not have a planned tour to the USA. We have an invitation pending which we are working on so please watch our Facebook Page and Website for the announcement of the tour dates. Until then, please enjoy our concerts via a livestream on Wednesday afternoons at 15h30 (RSA Time) via our Website.
Alison B
Mbabane, Eswatini (Swaziland)2 contributions
Do you offer breakfast & dinner or is it only self catering. 1 adult for 1 night
Steven W
Perth, Australia201 contributions
Hi Alison, unfortunately we do not offer any sort of accommodation at the Drakensberg Boys Choir School, only spectacular concerts and education! There are several Hotels & B&B's in the area. Contact Drakensberg Sun Hotel on 036 468 1000. I trust this helps. Regards DBCS
ALAN G
Accra7 contributions
I've always been a fan of Dbchoir. I just wanted to know how to get there from O.R Tambo Airport? Is it rather easy to fly to durban and find my way to champagne valley or winterton??? I need the shortest route there
Steven W
Perth, Australia201 contributions
Hi Alan. It's easier to fly to Durban and drive to the Drakensberg. It is approximately 270km from Durban. We look forward to having you at one of our concerts!
Frequently Asked Questions about Drakensberg Boys Choir School
- Drakensberg Boys Choir School is open:
- Mon - Tue 08:00 - 16:00
- Wed - Wed 08:00 - 15:30
- Thu - Thu 08:00 - 16:00
- Fri - Fri 08:00 - 14:00
- Hotels near Drakensberg Boys Choir School:
- (0.46 km) Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort
- (0.50 km) Wits End Mountain Resort
- (0.51 km) Swallowfield Rondavels
- (0.46 km) Champagne Haven
- (0.69 km) Inkunzi Cave & Zulu Hut
- Restaurants near Drakensberg Boys Choir School:
- (0.37 km) Dragon's Rest Restaurant
- (0.45 km) The Farm Kitchen @ Inkosana
- (6.16 km) Valley Bakery
- (2.04 km) Lakeview Restaurant
- (5.19 km) The Drakensberg Chocolate Memories