Robert Schumann (1810-56) is one of the most loved and imaginative piano music composers of the Romantic period. Often misunderstood during his lifetime, the very works that initially puzzled 19-century audiences now stand amongst the most popular staples of the modern concert repertoire. By contrast, some works deliberately geared towards the appreciation of his contemporaries [...]
As the pre-final production of the 2024 Endler Concert Series, Johan de Villiers conducts two performances of Felix Mendelssohn's oratorio Elijah on 16 and 17 November. Brittany Smith (soprano), Minette du Toit-Pearce (mezzo-soprano), Siphesihle Mdena (tenor), and Conroy Scott (bass) perform as soloists. Scott also stars in the title role of Elijah, for which he [...]
The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra returns to the Endler Hall for its annual tribute concert in honor of the late philanthropist, Mrs Huberte Rupert. The all-Beethoven program, titled Beethoven's Fifth, will take place on Friday, November 29, at 19:00. Bernhard Gueller, the CPO’s principal guest conductor, will lead the orchestra in the Fidelio Overture and the Symphony [...]
This holiday season, experience the magic of Christmas with the angelic voices of the Tygerberg Children's Choir. Join us for a heartwarming concert filled with festive cheer and timeless classics like Panis Angelicus, Jingle Bells, Mary, Did You Know, Festival Sanctus, Joy to the World, and more. Expect enchanting melodies and special surprises that will make [...]