Here comes Africa's 'Pavarotti'

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He is hailed around the world as the black Pavarotti. Having toured a number of European cities in concerts, Germany-based Jacques-Greg Belobo could arguably be described as the most successful African classical music export. The Cameroon-born baritone will be showcasing his opera skills at the Maitisong theatre tomorrow and Saturday evening. He is a rare breed of African who has ventured into opera with some remarkable success.

The affable Belobo has been based in Germany for the last six years. He says his opera exploits continue to surprise Europeans as they wonder how he cut it. Belobo says in the whole of Germany there are only two black people doing opera house, regarded as the most exclusive form of music.

While at Maitisong this weekend the man who sharpened his skills in France says he will  perform about 15-17 pieces of classical music, backed by his own piano player, who was expected to arrive in Gaborone yesterday.

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