For a dynamic mix of vocal talent and charm, look to Il Quinto – a South African male music group, whose music will have you serenaded and mesmerised all in one go. 
When you see Il Quinto perform you can’t help but acknowledge the fact that the South African music industry has truly evolved. Il Quinto epitomises today’s afropolitan youth with its diverse cultural element… And a rather handsome group of guys.
Il Quinto’s dynamic mix of vocal power is part classical, part Pop crossover and everything from Elvis Presley to Queen. They also showcase a large number of new compositions, written for them by international song writers. Achievements include recording in London with Britain’s Got Talent winner, Paul Potts, a project which will be included on their new album.
However, the highlight of their career has got to be when they co-recorded Facing a Miracle, the official anthem of the Gay Games VIII - to be held in Cologne, Germany – with one of America’s finest female vocalists, Taylor Dayne. Their ‘Electro Groove African’ version of the song came up tops compared to others’, with African percussions, choirs and exclusive ‘SoulFactory’ club remixes. The collaboration between Taylor Dayne’s gorgeous lead vocals and the haunting African chants, driving rhythms and catchy African vocals of Il Quinto will leave you mesmerised. 
These five have paid their dues and worked hard and the result is tours across Singapore and Iran later this year, as well as having booked 20 shows in Sweden for December. Il Quinto have certainly earned their stripes – both locally and abroad.
Up Close and Personal with the Fabulous Five!
DIHAN SLABBERT
This former choir boy is a singer, performer, composer, producer, musician and songwriter.
He is best known as one of the lead vocalists in the South African pop group, Hi-5. Dihan’s singing career began at a young age when he was a member of the Northern Gauteng Youth Choir.
He graduated from the University of Pretoria with a B.Com in Tourism Management but his love for music couldn’t be quelled. In 2003 he joined the boy-band Hi-5, which marked the beginning of great things in his career, earning him several awards for his best works. In 2005 he recorded a duet with Nataniel, entitled Songbird.
NEAL PRINS
Neal started his musical career as a member of the Pop/Rock band, Alchemy. He performed as part of the band in clubs, private events and corporate functions. He eventually moved on to join the group Alterstate as a lead singer. His most significant memory of his musical career was when the band landed a contract in Atlanta, Georgia which afforded the band a six year success. Some of their most memorable performances include that which took place at the Georgia Dome, playing to 15000 people, as well as twice in 2006 at the New York Marathon. Neal has also performed as a solo artist in the Starlight Classics, directed by Richard Cook.
DAVID PHOSHANE and DICK MOHOLANE
This duo is also no newcomer to the South African music scene, as two lead singer of Bella Voce Africa, an opera/classical ensemble.
For the past four years they have performed corporate and live events and their collaborations include some of South Africa’s best known artists, such as Jannie Moolman, Rina Hugo, Rian Swanepoel and Liesl Marx. The group has toured London and performed at the Beyond Sport Summit for HRH Prince Faisal Hussein of Jordon, Rt. Hon. Tony Blair and our very own Archbishop Desmond Tutu, to name a few. During 2009, David Phoshane was announced the best bass vocalist in South Africa by the National Chorus Association of South Africa.
FERDI GERNANDT
Ferdi acquired a National Diploma in Musical Theatre at the Tshwane University of Technology in 1999. His priceless experience in theatre productions, includes ‘The King and I’, ‘We Will Rock You’, ‘Chicago’ and ‘African Footprint.’
Ferdi also doubles up as a qualified choreographer, professional dancer and singer.
With this much talent Il Quinto is most certainly going to be around for a very long time, as they resonate with staying power. With such charisma and commitment these five are destined for bigger and better things.
