The first ever National Choral Music Awards in Zimbabwe to recognize past and present work was debuted on the 29th of September 2024. This was a gesture of appreciation, recognition and uplifting of wonderful works done over the years in the Choral Music fraternity. The Awards had a total of 11 Categories, 70+ nominees and a total of 32 award winners on the day all Sponsored by Civilnet Engineering and CBZ.
The awards included special recognition for EXTRAODINARY CONTRIBUTION TO CHORAL MUSIC and the list included renowned musicians like the late I . Dzangare, H. Mavhisa and S Nhiwatiwa. The most popular category by no doubt was the community choirs category which had all sub categories represented by nominees and the icing on the cake was D.O.S.A receiving the Lifetime Standing Choir Award which was well deserved.
ZACMA plans to make this an annual event after we received positive responses from the Ministry as well as the recipients. Having more of these events will encourage other artist to come forward and showcase their talent and those who already have to up their game and strive to be the best at whatever they do. Special Mention goes to our Sponsors , Civilnet Engeneering and CBZ for their unwavering support throughout the Festival