Gold, Platinum and Diamond: Wesvalia Performers Shine at Talent Africa National Round
Hoërskool Wesvalia in Klerksdorp has celebrated a strong showing by its dancers and musicians at Talent Africa's national round. In a series of posts, the school congratulated five learners who returned with top awards in solo, duet, group and instrumental categories.
Gold for Wesvalia's dancers
Marnus Smit and Fené Combrink each won gold at the national round. Both also dance in the group DNApex, which earned a Diamond award.
Ruhandri le Roux and Franco de Lange also did well at the Talent Africa dance championships. Ruhandri won gold in the solo section and received her SA colours. Together the pair won gold in the duet section, also with SA colours, and were part of the Replay group dance that earned a Diamond award.
Platinum for Wian Stander on electric guitar
Wian Stander won a Platinum award in the electric guitar category. He also received two special awards: Top 5 Instrumental and best senior technique.
The results at a glance
- Marnus Smit: Gold; Diamond with dance group DNApex
- Fené Combrink: Gold; Diamond with dance group DNApex
- Ruhandri le Roux: Solo gold and SA colours
- Ruhandri le Roux and Franco de Lange: Duet gold and SA colours; Diamond for the Replay group dance
- Wian Stander: Platinum (electric guitar), Top 5 Instrumental, best senior technique
"Ons bars van trots!" (We are bursting with pride!), the school wrote.
What this means for you
These results show the depth of performing-arts talent at Wesvalia. Learners who dance or play an instrument can ask the school about its cultural programme, and parents can congratulate the performers on the school's Facebook page.
Source: Hoërskool Wesvalia (Facebook), https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1900144757630845
Photo: Hoërskool Wesvalia Facebook page