Gomolemo Motswaledi: A music giant honoured through song
Friday, August 08, 2014
KTM Choir singing at Motswaledi funeral
“Gomolemo Sir G, o re godisitse. Re go amule robala…A re mo gopoleng tsala ya rona. Mo go wena re ithutile..”. These are some of the lyrics by Kgalemang Tumediso Motsete (KTM) choir honouring, Gomolemo Thatayaone Motswaledi. KTM was performing at a memorial service, held in remembrance of the departed KTM founder. Music was given the prominence it deserved. Several musical pieces from various choirs were slotted in between speeches to sooth the souls of individuals who filled up the stadium to mourn and celebrate Motswaledi’s life.
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