Cape Town Opera and the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra proudly present Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem for Easter. Conducted by British maestro Gary Matthewman, the programme will feature Cape Town Opera Judith Neilson Young Artist Sisikelelwe Mngenela and Cape Town Opera House Soloist Conroy Scott as soloists. They will be joined by the Cape Town Opera Chorus, […]
The Philharmonia Choir of Cape Town, in collaboration with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, proudly presents Handel’s Messiah—a masterwork that has captivated audiences since its premiere in 1742. With its soaring arias, intricate choral harmonies, and majestic orchestration, Messiah remains a cornerstone of both sacred and classical music. Composed 283 years ago, this oratorio continues […]
Conductor Kamal Khan Soloist Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha (soprano) Masabane Cecilia Rangwanashe, recently chosen as one of Ten Rising Stars by Operawire, is one of the most sought after sopranos in Europe. Kamal Khan was director of the UCT Opera School and works internationally. Dvorak Carnival Overture, Op. 92 R. Strauss Vier letzte Lieder (Four Last […]
The Suidoosterfees arts festival, presented in Cape Town starting April to end May every year, is named after Cape Town’s southeastern wind – the Cape Doctor – and serves as a metaphor to symbolise healing and reconciliation. The festival exists to promote an inclusive, non-racial South African society through the arts, and runs several development […]
UCT Big Band joins the global jazz community in commemorating International Jazz Day which falls on 30 April, as declared by UNESCO. The premise of International Jazz Day is to accentuate the role of jazz music in international diplomacy, diversity, freedom of expression, tolerance and unity. UCT Big Band will perform repertoire that demonstrates its […]
The UCT Percussion Ensemble “Ergonomix” comprised of students, staff and alumni of the South African College of Music (SACM) perform a varied programme of exciting contemporary percussion music ranging from Classical, Middle Eastern, Eastern and Jazz styles. Under the direction of Frank Mallows, Percussion and Drum Kit lecturer at SACM, UCT.
“Rebeca Omordia is half Romanian, half Nigerian – and it’s a powerful combination! Rebeca’s technique knows no bounds but, more importantly, she plays with a depth of insight and understanding which is all too rare today.” Hailed as an “African classical music pioneer” (BBC World Service) and “a classical music game changer” (Classical Music), London-based […]
The 2025 South African College of Music UCT Symphony Orchestra Showcase, conceptualised and conducted by Brandon Phillips with performances by students in Opera, Classical, Jazz and African / Pan African music sections.
The UCT Symphonic Wind Ensemble, comprising about forty-five under- and post-graduate students, perform their first concert of 2025. The Ensemble is conducted by Brandon Phillips, Head of Woodwind and Ensembles at UCT.
Cape Town Opera presents Verdi’s Aida with an all-African cast in a bold, Africanfuturist reimagining of this iconic opera. Set against a backdrop of war, forbidden love and cultural conflict, Aida follows the love story of an enslaved Ethiopian princess and an Egyptian commander. Under Minnaar’s direction, this production combines video, animation and Gregory Maqoma’s […]
Andrey Baranov is a founding member and first violinist of the David Oistrakh Quartet. He was born in Leningrad in 1986 and at the age of five began to study the violin. In 2009 he graduated from the St Petersburg State Rimsky-Korsakov Conservatoire (classes of Lev Ivashchenko, Vladimir Ovcharek and Pavel Popov). He subsequently trained […]
Morning Melodies is a programme that focuses on presenting professional and affordable morning concerts to the senior citizens of the Western Cape.
Journey Through Song is inspired by the true-life story of Ernestine Nur Stuurman. This theatrical concert consists of well-loved music from opera and musical theatre as well as lesser-known compositions comprising art songs, contemporary works and Nasheeds, all speaking to real-life stories The audience can expect music from various periods and genres. Each piece has […]
Cape Town G&S featuring the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra presents “The Mikado-in Concert”. A sparkling 140th anniversary tribute to Gilbert and Sullivan’s most iconic comic opera. Featuring a stellar local cast, glorious music and witty narration, this concert offers an evening of humour, harmony and theatrical delight at the Artscape Opera House, 25 – 27 […]
The Trust was established by the Rolf-Stephan Nussbaum Foundation for the purpose of providing scholarships, bursaries or awards for students studying for a performance diploma or degree in music. Prizes in each of the four categories: Classical Instrumental, Classical Vocal, Jazz and African Music.
Morning Melodies is a programme that focuses on presenting professional and affordable morning concerts to the senior citizens of the Western Cape.
Symphony of Bansuri is a confluence of the rich musical traditions of India with Western classical music It features the Grammy awarded flautist Rakesh Chaurasia live in concert accompanied by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra. Rakesh Chaurasia, balances tradition and innovation in Indian classical music. He is an innovative exponent of the bansuri (a side-blown […]
In a career spanning over 50 years, Aviva Pelham has enchanted her audiences, brightened stages and spread the love of song in South Africa and abroad. In 2022, Aviva’s passion for operetta inspired her to initiate a competition with Opera UCT to promote a reacquaintance amongst our young singers with a repertoire which they may […]
The intimacy of Pieter Toerien’s Theatre on the Bay brings audiences right into the heart of Cape Town Opera’s production of Rossini’s The Barber of Seville, a fully staged production performed with piano. Follow the witty barber Figaro as he uses his charm and cunning to unite two young lovers in this comic opera full […]
Join us for a powerful celebration of South Africa’s rich choral tradition on Sunday afternoon,the 10th of Augusts 2025 at Artscape. Featuring university, youth, community, church, and chamber choirs, this inspiring concert showcases the unity, diversity, and excellence of local choral music. Choral singing has long been a force for connection and resilience in South […]
UCT Jazz presents the UCT Big Band in concert, featuring an exciting mix of music from South African jazz and Latin to contemporary jazz and swing. Directed by Justin Bellairs.
THREE UNIQUE GENERATIONS. ONE STAGE. ENDLESS MUSIC Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience of a “Three Generations: One Stage” ground-breaking live show celebrating legacy, passion, and the power of music. Mabongi Thusi, a guitarist, writer, Gospel, Jazz and Afro-Pop artist, whose powerful journey and music have touched lives with messages of hope, resilience, and […]
The Cape Town Concert Series returns to the Baxter for an outstanding 2025 season to celebrate 70 years of music making. On 16th August, we present the launch of the newly formed Baxter Trio featuring three of Cape Town’s finest musicians – Francois du Toit on piano, violinist Farida Bacharova and Graham du Plessis on […]
The Story of VIVALDI’S Four seasons presented by The World Cafe Trio THE THEATRE RESTAURANT & CAPTAINS DECK at THE BRASS BELL PRESENT …. Vivaldi like you’ve NEVER heard before! Al la Carte Menu served from 5.30 then a Once off Intimate Show !!! Seating first come first served. What if The Four Seasons wasn’t […]
UCT Jazz presents the UCT Big Band in concert, featuring an exciting mix of music from South African jazz and Latin to contemporary jazz and swinIn their annual Piano Exchange concert, the Stellenbosch University Piano Division and the Piano Division of the University of Cape Town’s South African College of Music continue a decades-long tradition […]
Opera UCT joins forces with the vocal division of Stellenbosch University for their fifth annual collaboration. Following the previous successes of Die Winterreise, Le poète disait, Great Lieder Composers and their Operas, and Canciones Españolas, this year they explore and celebrate the rich diversity of South African Art Song in all its variety of languages, […]
Morning Melodies is a programme that focuses on presenting professional and affordable morning concerts to the senior citizens of the Western Cape.
Under the baton of Brandon Phillips, the UCT Symphony Orchestra presents a dynamic and diverse programme to close their 2025 season. The evening opens with the world premiere of Rondo from Symphony in E by Loren Ehlers, winner of the 2024 Jan Royce Foundation Prize for Orchestral Composition. Rising star Dané van Graan, winner of […]
This student showcase concert features a selection of Classical performance and composition students of the South African College of Music (SACM), as well as works by South African composers. A widely recognised panel of adjudicators will select the SACM’s annual Hendrik Hofmeyr prize for the best performance of a South-African work. Join us as we […]
😎Think Thursday, think VIXI! It’s almost that time of the new month again, so join us for great atmosphere, brilliant menu and music by the coolest local DJ. See you at 49 on Bree
he Cape Town Children’s Choir JUNIORS are taking their voices to the heart of the city this week! Join us at the iconic St. George’s Cathedral on First Thursdays for a performance that celebrates music, community, and connection. 5:30pm | St George’s Cathedral (Wale Street) Open to all – come as you are and be […]
Cape Town Opera Premieres a Vibrant, Multilingual Adaptation of The Magic Flute! Cape Town Opera proudly announces the premiere of a brand-new, vibrant production of The Magic Flute, designed especially for young audiences. Directed by Elizma Badenhorst, with Frankie van Straten as Co-Creator and Production Designer, the production blends live operatic performance with the magic […]
Morning Melodies is a programme that focuses on presenting professional and affordable morning concerts to the senior citizens of the Western Cape.
SALT features a triple bill of ballets by Kirsten Isenberg, multi award-winning choreographer Mthuthuzeli November and Michelle Reid. SALT resonates on many levels in our daily existence. It flavours, purifies, heals, and preserves. Salt has significance in ancient rituals, warding off evil, keeping us safe and inspiring us to a higher spiritual realm. These three […]
The 4th Neues Lied Competition for Art Song Duos The Neues Lied Competition for Art Song Duos was established in 2022. This year marks the fourth instalment of the competition, which again invites young singers and pianists from the University of Cape Town and Stellenbosch University to showcase their talent with a programme of several […]
Slow Life presents classical pianist Jean Philippe Sylvestre (Canada) in Muizenberg PROGRAMME FRÉDÉRIC CHOPIN Ballade op.23 no.1 en sol mineur Fantaisie-impromtu J.S BACH Prélude et fugue en C# majeur FRANZ LISZT La Campanella Liebesträume Rhapsodie hongroise no.6 —ENTRACTE— GEORGES GERSWHIN Rhapsodie in Blue ANDRÉ MATHIEU Concerto de Québec FRANZ LISZT Rhapsodie hongroise no.2 In 2008, […]
The Voice of Africa: A Celebration of Miriam Makeba presented by Thandeka Dladla This extraordinary concert is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Miriam Makeba, the incomparable “Mother of African Music.” A luminary of global music, Makeba’s soulful voice and unwavering spirit captivated audiences worldwide, becoming a powerful symbol of resistance and hope. Join us […]
The Philharmonia Choir of Cape Town and the Symphony Choir of Johannesburg are proud to present Mendelssohn’s Elijah. This marks the fifth collaborative concert for the two choirs, and the final oratorio work that Richard Cock will conduct as director of the Symphony Choir. After ten years of work by Mendelssohn on his masterpiece, Elijah […]
The Philharmonia Choir of Cape Town and the Symphony Choir of Johannesburg are proud to present Mendelssohn’s Elijah. This marks the fifth collaborative concert for the two choirs, and the final oratorio work that Richard Cock will conduct as director of the Symphony Choir. After ten years of work by Mendelssohn on his masterpiece, Elijah […]
Ned Evett and The Crackerjacks – “Glass Highway Tour” Live at The Brass Bell Fresh off the back of his European with Joe Satriani & Steve Vai , we really excited to host Ned Evett at the Brass Bell ! Born in Nashville Tennessee and based in Los Angeles, Ned Evett is a master fretless […]
The UCT Symphonic Wind Ensemble, comprising of about forty-five under- and post-graduate students perform their second concert of 2025, conducted by Brandon Phillips, Head of Woodwind and Ensembles at UCT.
The UCT Symphonic Wind Ensemble, comprising of about forty-five under- and post-graduate students perform their second concert of 2025, conducted by Brandon Phillips, Head of Woodwind and Ensembles at UCT.
24th Schock Foundation Prize for Singing Now in its 24th year, the Schock Foundation Voice Competition celebrates the vocal talents of full-time students at UCT. Contestants vie for top honours across a range of categories, including Best South African Song, Best Opera Aria, Best Art Song, Best Aria from an Oratorio, and the coveted Audience […]
Baxter Concert Hall Price: R50 – R120 UCT Students Free BOOK HERE An exploration of contemporary African music with emphasis on neo-traditional and fusion styles of urban Africa – a new, original blend of Maskande, Marabente and African Jazz performed by members of the UCT Ibuyambo Orchestra.
Morning Melodies is a programme that focuses on presenting professional and affordable morning concerts to the senior citizens of the Western Cape.
Laura Searle Prize for Piano Concerto Playing Now in its 22nd year, the Laura Searle Prize for Piano Concerto Playing showcases outstanding pianists from the South African College of Music. Open to all piano students, this competition celebrates excellence in concerto performance. Finalists will perform concerto movements in front of a panel of adjudicators, competing […]
Giselle is an innocent and beautiful peasant girl who loves to dance, and unsuspectingly falls in love with a philandering nobleman, Albrecht. When he deceives her, she is inconsolable and dies of a broken heart. The story continues in the moonlit land of the Wilies, a mysterious landscape inhabited by the vengeful spirits of virgin […]
Morning Melodies – Mzansi tenors (10 tenors) Morning Melodies is a programme that focuses on presenting professional and affordable morning concerts to the senior citizens of the Western Cape.
Morning Melodies – Mzansi tenors (10 tenors) Morning Melodies – Aviva Pelham Morning Melodies is a programme that focuses on presenting professional and affordable morning concerts to the senior citizens of the Western Cape.
Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts : The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra Children’s Concert A magical afternoon for the whole family, as the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra brings music to life for the whole family with a children’s concert filled with wonder, whimsy and delightful music from Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, narrated by Rob van […]
