Nurturing young black musicians in Soweto
Buskaid is a charitable music organisation based in Diepkloof, a suburb of the South African township of Soweto.
Our vision is that all children should be given the opportunity to channel their creative energies and enhance their academic abilities through the learning and playing of classical music.
Our mission is to offer string tuition of the highest international standards to local children from current and previously disadvantaged backgrounds.
Buskaid is also committed to creating employment opportunities for all its students, as performers, teachers, and stringed instrument repairers.
Buskaid's UK Concert Tour - August 2026
Sun 16 August, 17h00: Music at Minterne
Buskaid Soweto String Ensemble
Minterne House, Dorset
Tickets:
To book tickets please email Zara at MusicatMinterne@outlook.com with your name and the number of tickets you require.
Tues 18 August 2026, 19h30: Baroque Bridges
A cross-continental celebration of Baroque music
Ensemble Hesperi & Buskaid Soweto String Ensemble
St Mary’s Church, Bathwick, Bath
Tickets:
via the Bath Box Office.
Thurs 20 August 2026, 19h00: Baroque Bridges
A cross-continental celebration of Baroque music
Ensemble Hesperi & Buskaid Soweto String Ensemble
St Giles Cripplegate, London
Tickets:
via Eventbrite.
Fri 21 August 2026, 19h00: Music Hath No Borders
Buskaid Soweto String Ensemble
Foundling Museum, WC1N 1AZ, London
Tickets:
via Eventbrite. Includes a welcome drink, and private access to the Foundling Museum.
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