Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) | Performed by the International Youth Orchestra

Описание: "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" by Shakira is a spirited anthem created for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Infused with African rhythms and upbeat pop sensibilities, the song celebrates unity, resilience, and the excitement of the tournament.

Shakira's powerful vocals and the infectious chorus evoke a sense of joy and camaraderie, appealing to a global audience.

The song's lyrics, sung in English and a blend of Spanish and African languages, reflect themes of determination and overcoming challenges, making "Waka Waka" a symbol of cultural fusion and the universal love for football.

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Performed by International Youth Orchestra Bridges (IYOB), a British and South African youth orchestra collaboration expands horizons in music and beyond.

The International Youth Orchestra Bridges project is an exciting collaboration between the West Coast Youth Orchestra (South Africa), the Stellenbosch Youth Orchestra (South Africa) and the Waverley Ensemble (UK).

It brings together young musicians from the UK, US and Australia and South Africa, aged between 13 and 18, to form an international orchestra. The musicians have been rehearsing in their own countries and online.

They came together for the first time in South Africa in July and August 2024, to perform at venues in Cape Town and Stellenbosch. The project was created to build links between young musicians in different countries, give them experience of the life of a professional musician and encourage them to pursue music as a career. The project is open to musicians from all backgrounds, thanks to charitable donations that ensure that no one is left behind.