Cape Town - As part of of their community engagement programme, the Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra performed and engaged with over 300 young students at the Athlone School for the Blind in Cape Town.
After performances in Johannesburg’s Linder Auditorium and the Sand du Plessis Theatre in Bloemfontein, the orchestra’s national 2024 tour, titled Rhythms of Hope, reached a crescendo yesterday with a highly anticipated concert at the Cape Town City Hall that featured top orchestral musicians as they brought a stunning repertoire to life.
This tour celebrates hope across the country as South Africa marks 30 years of democracy.
“The national tour comes hot on the heels of the Mzansi Philharmonic’s most recent triumph, which saw the formation of the Africa United Youth Orchestra, made-up of the continent’s most promising young musicians, in their acclaimed international debut at Carnegie Hall in August 2024.
“Additionally this year, the Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra performed at the official inauguration of the Honourable President Cyril Ramaphosa,” organisers said.
The Rhythms of Hope tour, supported by the national Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, is a celebration of artistic talent as the the musicians take audiences on an unforgettable journey that shares the magic of music and the power of unity.
Bongani Tembe, chief executive and artistic director of Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra, said: “As we embark on our Rhythms of Hope national tour 2024, the Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra is thrilled to showcase remarkable South African artists and great music to communities across South Africa.”