As a South African musician growing up during the terrible days of apartheid, I always found that music had a way of bringing people together, regardless of race, culture or beliefs. As a teenager, I used to sneak out to the African townships to play music with my friends there, and when Nelson Mandela was released from prison, I performed at all his rallies, singing about unity and a peaceful transition to democracy in South Africa. I composed "Siyajabula" on the day Mandela was released. It means "We are happy!" And we were ecstatic! 

Since then, we've been performing worldwide, releasing albums, and presenting workshops in schools, colleges and communities to promote multi-cultural experiences and end violence.  Performances can be as a solo, duo, 3-6 piece band, or the band with dancers.

We’ve also been supporting projects to take care of South African children whose families have been affected by joblessness and the HIV/AIDS crisis.

So come on board The Peace Train. We're really looking forward to seeing and hearing from you! 

          ~Sharon

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Our 2008 FAN-TASTIC Tour to South Africa was terrific! Sign-up now for the August 6-21st 2010 Summer Tour  with an Opportunity to help Build the School in Ngcolosi. Find out how you can join the August 6-21st 2010 Summer Tour by e-mailing to SharonKatz2000@aol.com