UNAM Choir is a gospel singing group of the
University of Namibia
The University of Namibia (UNAM) is a multi-campus public research university in Namibia, as well as the largest university in the country. It was established by an act of Parliament on 31 August 1992.
Background
UNAM comprises the follow ...
. Based in
Windhoek
Windhoek (, , ) is the capital and largest city of Namibia. It is located in central Namibia in the Khomas Highland plateau area, at around above sea level, almost exactly at the country's geographical centre. The population of Windhoek in 20 ...
, it is the largest choir group in Namibia which represented the country at International shows including in
United States
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and
China
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. The group has produced 3 albums since its inception and in 2017, celebrated its 20th anniversary. It is led by group instructor Bonnie Pereko who has been the group's conductor since 1997.
History
The UNAM Choir was formed in 1992 but only became active in 1997 after the recruitment of Bonnie Pereko who been its lead composer for over 20 years. The group has had international appearances in several African countries including South Africa, Kenya, Zambia, Tanzania and Uganda. It is composed mainly of students from the
University of Namibia
The University of Namibia (UNAM) is a multi-campus public research university in Namibia, as well as the largest university in the country. It was established by an act of Parliament on 31 August 1992.
Background
UNAM comprises the follow ...
's Windhoek main campus.
Local Appearances
The Unam Choir has been a pinnacle of performances within Namibia. In 2004, the group performed at the celebration of then new president Hifikepunye Pohomba. At the 2006 National Theatre of Namibia concert, it won't the number one performance for group category.
International Appearances
The group has represented the country in the
United States
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,
China
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,
Kenya
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Germany
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Notable present and former members
The Unam Choir has since its formation produced members who have gone on to achieve music careers within Namibia and abroad. Some of them include;
*Anne Singer
Mr Bonnie Pereko
See also
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UNAM SRC
University of Namibia Student Representative Council (also known as the UNAM SRC) was founded on 20 February 1992, and is recognised as the legal representative body for the students of the University of Namibia by the University of Namibia Act 1 ...
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UNAM Radio
UNAM Radio is the radio station of the University of Namibia. It broadcasts on 97.4 FM and is based in Windhoek
Windhoek (, , ) is the capital and largest city of Namibia. It is located in central Namibia in the Khomas Highland plateau area, ...
References
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A cappella musical groups
Windhoek