Crystal Children’s Choir Embarks on First-Ever Tour to South Africa With Three Collaborative Performances

May 2026 – The internationally acclaimed Crystal Children’s Choir (CCC), based in San Francisco and directed by Karl Chang, will make its highly anticipated debut tour to South Africa this June, marking the ensemble’s first visit to the country. Known for its vibrant tone, cultural versatility, and commitment to musical excellence, CCC will participate in a series of collaborative performances with leading South African youth and community choirs.

This landmark tour celebrates cross-cultural exchange and the unifying power of music, bringing together young voices from across continents in shared performance. The tour includes three major concerts featuring collaborations with distinguished South African ensembles.

A highlight of the tour is CCC’s collaboration with a distinguished group of South African choirs, each bringing unique artistry and tradition. The Meadowlands Chorale represents Johannesburg’s vibrant community music scene, while Cape Town’s Lyrikos Community Youth Choir and Parklands College Choir showcase dynamic youth talent. The tour concludes with the internationally acclaimed South African Youth Choir, known for its exceptional precision and powerful sound. Together, these collaborations highlight the richness and diversity of South Africa’s choral landscape.

Each performance will showcase a diverse repertoire, highlighting both American and South African choral traditions, as well as collaborative selections that reflect shared musical heritage and global unity.

PERFORMANCES & TICKET LINKS:

* SOWETO: Monday, June 10, 2026, 5:30pm | The Morris Isaacson Centre for Music

With Meadowlands Chorale

FREE but need to book on: https://qkt.io/XHpSNz

* CAPE TOWN: Friday, June 12, 2026, 7:30pm | Hugo Lambrechts Music Centre

with Lyrikos Community Youth Choir and Parklands College Choir

Tickets R50: https://qkt.io/8NPVxw

* CAPE TOWN: Saturday, June 23, 2026, 4:00pm | St. George’s Cathedral

with South African Youth Choir

FREE but need to book: https://qkt.io/xtpiWm

About Crystal Children’s Choir

Dr. Karl Chang, Conductor

Founded in 1994 in the San Francisco Bay Area, Crystal Children’s Choir has grown into a premier touring ensemble, captivating audiences across Asia, Australia, Europe, and North America. With singers drawn from Cupertino, Fremont, and San Jose, California, the choir delivers polished, emotionally resonant performances that transcend age and language.

Crystal has graced some of the world’s most iconic stages—including Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, Beijing Concert Hall, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Taipei National Concert Hall—earning accolades from international festivals and invitations from leading music organizations such as ACDA, CMEA, MENC, and OAKE.

Renowned for its artistic discipline, cultural versatility, and youthful vitality, Crystal Children’s Choir offers a concert experience that is both musically sophisticated and deeply moving. Whether performing classical masterworks, contemporary compositions, or cross-cultural repertoire, Crystal brings a radiant sound and professional polish that leaves a lasting impression.

About Dr. Karl Chang, Conductor

Dr. Karl Chang is the co-founder and serves as the president and conductor of Crystal Children’s Choir since 1994. Under his leadership, the choir has received invitations to perform at many National and International choral conventions and was recognized for its outstanding performance of repertoire rich in cultural diversity. Dr. Chang co-conducted the choir at the National and Divisional ACDA (American Choral Directors Association) conferences eight times and presented at the ACDA Interest Sessions. In 2014, Dr. Chang was invited as the Conductor of ACDA National Youth Honor Choir and appeared as a Guest Conductor of Carnegie Hall in 2015. Dr. Chang is also active in the choral field across Asia as a clinician and guest conductor for youth and collegiate choirs.

Dr. Chang founded and conducted Ching Ching Chorus, a renowned 160-voice choir since 1981, and he continues to inspire people and help develop their love for singing. With a Doctor Degree of Education Leadership, he also earned an MBA and an M.S. in engineering. However, his passion and dedication for choral music have led him to pursue his lifelong dream of children’s music education.

About Classical Movements

Classical Movements is the premier concert tour company for the world’s great orchestras and choirs, creating meaningful cultural experiences through orchestra and choir tours in 147 countries. An industry leader since 1992, we understand both the travel and the performance needs of professional symphony orchestras and choruses, as well as conservatory, university and youth ensembles, and we produce the Prague Summer Nights: Young Artists Music Festival. Through our Eric Daniel Helms New Music Program, we’ve commissioned over 104 works from Grammy, Oscar, Pulitzer and MacArthur-winning composers. Since our founding in 1992, as a truly global enterprise, Classical Movements remains committed to facilitating cultural diplomacy across the world.