An international a capella competition will be one of the exciting new projects at next years’ Klein Karoo National Arts Festival in Oudtshoorn. Alla Cappella Afrikan takes place from March 22 to 26 March with the Festival itself running from March 25 to April 1.Alla Cappella Afrikan offers a capella groups the opportunity to test their ingenuity against international and South African groups. The purpose of the competition is not just to promote a capella music, but also to work on the quality of performances.

Master classes will be presented and the adjudicating panel, which will include international judges, will provide competing groups with comments. Alla Cappella Afrikan is presented in four categories - high schools, tertiary, semi-professional and professional groups – and the total prize money is R30 000. Applications for Alla Cappella Afrikan must be done on the prescribed application form. Phone Herman van Niekerk on 083 228-2917 or the KKNAF-offices in Oudtshoorn on (044) 272-7771. e-mail: acappellasa@xoommail.com.