Bridges for Music and ULTRA Electronic Music Festival recently raised R1.2 million towards providing safe and technologically-prepared schools and programmes for all the students in Langa:
The annual event, which is in its 10th year, brought together musicians, fans and distinguished guests in support of the important work being done by Bridges for Music.
The highlight of the evening was the auction, which offered attendees the chance to bid on a range of items, from art and beauty hampers to musical equipment and unforgettable experiences.Picture: Bridges for Music / Facebook Valentino Barriosseta, Founder and CEO of Bridges for Music, spoke about the importance of the event.‘It not only offers an evening of entertainment like no other, but it also touches the lives of many young people in under-served communities. It’s a far-reaching evening, and we’re honored to have hosted it again with ULTRA South Africa, a global brand and reference in the dance music industry.’
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