Durban born soprano, Lauren Dasappa, and pianist José Dias will present a recital in the Fismer Hall, Stellenbosch. The versatile programme includes works by Verdi, Brahms, Debussy and Bolcom.

Dasappa performs operatic roles in addition to many oratorio and Baroque works and maintains an extensive concert repertoire in addition to being currently engaged in creating an awareness of African classical music both nationally and internationally. José Dias obtained his BMus Honours cum laude from Stellenbosch University, specializing in solo piano performance. Dias is also currently working towards a PhD (Music) in solo performance at the University of Cape Town.

The recital takes place at 4:30pm on Sunday 26 August at the Fismer Hall, Stellenbosch. Tickets from Computicket and at the door for R140 (regular) and R100 (pensioners/students).

For more information contact Fiona Grayer at concerts@sun.ac.za or 021 808 2358.