Where music met Vienna, now it meets the world—SCL on Tour brings the sound of youth to new horizons.
Experience the joy of shared music and international collaboration like never before and discover a world of sound, passion, and global unity.
SCL on Tour - 2026 South Africa
Arrival at O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg
- English speaking assistance will be at the airport to guide you to your touring coach
- Transfers from O.R Tambo Airport to Sun City included
Workshops for pre-registered ensembles
(can also take place on August 7th)
- Work with international workshop lecturers and jury members of the SCL on Tour artistic team
Opening Ceremony of the SCL on Tour Sun City at Superbowl Hall
- Opening program of the SCL on Tour
Have the chance to see the BIG 5 during an exclusive Safari Game Drive for your group (duration app. 3 hours)
The big 5 are: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino
- Pilanesberg National Park, or Pilanesberg Game Reserve as it is often called, is in the Bojanala Region, within the Northwest Province and relatively near Johannesburg. With an area of 550km², it is the fourth largest park in South Africa. The volcano crater in which the park is situated erupted 1300 million years ago. Pilanesberg was originally owned by 3 of the local tribes. Many of the Stone Age and Iron Age sites around the reserve show proof of the presence of man.
- In 1979, Operation Genesis was launched. Operation Genesis was designed to reinforce the homegrown game population in the area. A plan of action put into place involved 6000 animals being introduced to the area. In the years that followed, Operation Genesis has been expanded on. Today, there are over 7 000 animals and 360 bird species.
- Takes place either early morning (05 am) or at sundown depending on the final festival schedule
- Safari Game Drive can also take place on August 7th, 8th or 9th
Competition Concerts
- Orchestra/Band/Special Performance Group competition concerts at Kings Ball Room
- Choir Competition concerts at Warriors Hall
Competition Concerts
- Orchestra/Band/Special Performance Group competition concerts at Kings Ball Room
- Choir Competition concerts at Warriors Hall
Traditional African Drumming Circle
- Each group will experience a traditional African drumming session with local drumming experts at the Ancient Amphitheatre of Sun City
- This session will be a joint event divided into groups of 400 participants
Gala Winners Concert & Farewell Party
- Gala Winners Concert of the SCL on Tour South Africa
- Every chosen ensemble will present one piece chosen by the Jury for all other participating groups
- Location: Superbowl Hall Sun City
- Afterwards Farewell Party for all participants in the Valley of the Waves
Concert Performance at Capetown Municipal Hall
- On Cape Town's Grand Parade stands an imposing Italian Renaissance-style Edwardian building constructed from honey limestone. Cape Town's City Hall took five years to complete, after the laying of its cornerstone in 1900.
- Nelson Mandela gave a speech from the balcony of City Hall immediately upon his release from prison. This was his first public address in 27 years, during which he spoke about his commitment to democracy, peace and reconciliation.
- Perform a concert performance (30 minutes per ensemble together with other international ensembles as well as choirs from south Africa)
Morning Guided tour of Capetown including Lunch en route
- Boulders Beach including watching African penguins.
- Boulders Beach remains the only place in the world where one can get up close to African penguins, it is a special place for sure.
- Take a Scenic Drive via the seaside towns of Muizenberg, Kalk Bay and Simons Town.
- There are three boardwalks that make their way through the dunes and dense vegetation around the beach. If you want to get up close to the penguins, make your way to the Beach. At the Boulders Visitors Centre, you’ll find information about the penguins and knowledgeable guides.
