Included in the Klassique package

9 August 10:00

WITH Mietze Dill (cello) and Mareli Stolp (piano)

Unheard (of) is both a celebration and a glorious journey of discovery into the works of those who were marginalised and deemed unworthy of the canon. At the heart of this programme is the sublime Cello Sonata in A Minor, Op. 5 by British composer and suffragette Dame Ethel Smyth – a work of astonishing power and depth that deserves to be far better known. Sharing the stage are Pieces for Cello and Piano by American composer Amy Beach, Impetuoso from the Sonata by Rebecca Clarke, the breathtakingly beautiful Solitude (Rêverie) by French composer Rita Strohl, and the elegant Sérénade, Op. 46, No. 1 by compatriot Mélanie Bonis. Together, these composers chart a parallel history of classical music — one that is finally, and justly, being heard. Mietze Dill and Mareli Stolp bring warmth, intelligence and advocacy to every note. The recital is followed by a free music discussion with the artists upstairs in the Banqueting Hall.

Also consider:
Ease into your festival day with this Breakfast Concert, a free morning concert that combines outstanding piano music with the inviting atmosphere of the Banqueting Hall.

8 August 08:00

Embark on a historical walking tour with RJ Tours and travel back in time to five of Oudtshoorn’s unique churches and other sandstone gems.

7 August 08:00

8 August 08:00

Koorleiers van die Klein Karoo en Tuinroete word uitgenooi na ’n inspirerende werksessie met een van Suid-Afrika se voorste koorleiers, André van der Merwe.

10 Augustus 08:30