Klavierkoors

8 August • 19:30
(60 min)
R180 (at the door) • R170 (pre-sales) • R160 (Friends of the KKNK)
Included in the Klassique package
Civic Centre

WITH Nina Schumann (piano), José Dias (piano), Megan-Geoffrey Prins (piano) and Charl du Plessis (piano)

An unforgettable piano extravaganza as four of South Africa’s most celebrated pianists join forces for a spectacular performance of dazzling virtuosity and intimate musical moments. With two grand pianos and eight masterful hands, this recital promises an extraordinary experience. Audiences will be captivated by works for four, six, and even eight hands in a programme that balances technical brilliance with expressive depth. The repertoire includes thrilling works by Rachmaninoff, Schubert, and even unexpected gems by John Lennon, blending classical tradition with a contemporary twist. All four pianists are acclaimed soloists with longstanding international careers, each bringing their own artistic flair and refined musicianship to the stage. Their ensemble synergy and humour on stage contribute to this unique celebration of the piano.

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Nonhlanhla Yende (mezzosoprano), Charl du Plessis (piano), Werner Spies (double bass), Peter Auret (drums) and the Cape Town Festival Orchestra, conducted by Richard Cock, brings music by Beethoven, Mozart, Vivaldi and Bach to the stage.

9 August • 19:30

Zorada Temmingh (organ) performs works by popular organ composers such as Johann Pachelbel and Léon Boëllmann, as well as some of her own compositions and improvisations on church hymns, followed by a free music discussion in the NGK Park.

9 August • 16:30

Nina Schumann (piano), Megan-Geoffrey Prins (piano), José Dias (piano) and Charl du Plessis (piano) performs thrilling works by Rachmaninoff, Schubert, and even unexpected gems by John Lennon, blending classical tradition with a contemporary twist for an unforgettable piano extravaganza.

8 August • 19:30