Singing at Kwa Thema Methodist Church

Saturday night concert

The members will tell you that Kwa Thema Methodist Church is the place to be. From the beginning of the evening, when first notes were sung, the congregation practically vibrated with music and fellowship. The evening began with traditional music from our host choir, the South African Chamber Choir. The audience cheered and sang along, waved and yelled their approval. They were a noisy group when they heard something they especially liked, screaming and ululating (a piercing high pitch yodel), but also, at times quiet and reverant. When our group took the stage, the audience greeted us warmly with smiles and hearty applause. It wasn't until we sang gospel that they really warmed up. Great Day brought them to their feet dancing and cheering. The response to Jen's solo was astonishing... screaming and waving, must have been the high b-flat.