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A Message from Lorraine

"I want to express my gratitude to the Ontario Arts Council for their funding towards my Knowledge and Wisdom through Music research project! I appreciate and acknowledge your generous support and will keep you all updated on the progress upon my return to South Africa next year. Thank you."

Lorraine Klaasen, eclectic South African performer, invites you to sample her music - it's an invitation for music lovers all over the world. Her dynamic style and infectious music transcend all borders. Enjoy and see what's coming up.

Latest Album to Be Launched

Ukubonga Gratitude
to be launched on November 11, 2022

Photo credits: Steve Walsh Photography
Latest CD: Nouvelle Journée

Lorraine Klaasen's latest album Nouvelle Journée to be available in stores on May 20th, 2016 and released online world-wide on June 3rd, 2016.

Buy this CD online

Play tracks separately.
Nouvelle Journée
Home Sweet Home

Awards

Lorraine Klassen - recipient of World Music London Music Award 2023

Lorraine Klassen - recipient of Forest City London Music Award 2020

Lorraine Klaasen to receive the
SAMW Legend Award
during the South African Music Week, 16-18 November, 2022

2014 SOCAN Awards
Red Carpet Invitation
Hagood Hardy Prize
World Music

Lorraine Klaasen was invited to the Red Carpet for the 2014 Montreal SOCAN Awards. She was awarded the Hagood Hardy prize for the winner in the World Music category. Lorraine Klaasen received the Singer-Songwriter of the Year award, given to singer-songwriters having accumulated the most success in radio play.

The 25th Gala took place on Tuesday December 2nd, 2014 starting at 5pm, in the Grand Salon at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, 1255 Jeanne-Mance, Montreal.

2013 Juno Awards Winner!

Lorraine Klaasen won the 2013 Juno award for WORLD MUSIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR. The ceremony took place in Regina, Saskatchewan, on Sunday, April 21st, 2013, 8pm, at the Brandt Center, and was broadcast on CTV.