Golden City Dixies - Cape Town Minstrels
Greetings again to you all, I trust you have not lost your joy and first love for our sweet Savior Jesus. Jesus loves you and so do I. A big welcome to the new subscribers and thank you old subscribers for always staying in touch, I appreciate and enjoy hearing from you.
This picture of me in the mid 1960’s depicts the “Kaapse Klopse” or “Cape Town Minstrels” as is commonly known today but then the popular name for these music festival groups was “Coon Carnival” they would parade in the streets ending up at a stadium where the competitions took place in many different categories. I often came away with 1st prizes over the many years of participation. That carnival only takes place in Cape Town and in the picture I was in a variety show called the Golden City Dixies that traveled the country showcasing the Cape Town Minstrels best musical talents. You would have to visit Cape Town over the New Year to experience the exciting vibe and carnival atmosphere of the Minstrels. A lot of community preparation goes into this project starting early in the year with costume making, singing and dancing that involves adults as well as children.
I have recently uploaded 2 songs “Come feel his presence” and “We know you are God” take a listen and trust you will be blessed.
Take care, stay safe & praying for Hurricane Florence victims safety, God bless, Gobi