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Stage blazes with Opera Africa’s Carmen

Stage blazes with Opera Africa’s Carmen

Opera Africa is helping to keep the flame of opera burning in South Africa with its first offering for 2011, George Bizet’s <em>Carmen.</em>

Flauting tradition

South African flautist Wouter Kellerman, who has spent the past few years making a name for himself on international stages, returns with his new album.

Clockwise, with harp and violin

Two talented young classical musicians, violinist Marc Uys and harpist Jacqueline Kerrod, have joined forces, both personally and professionally.

Die Zauberflöte for beginners

Some preparation before heading into William Kentridge’s <i>The Magic Flute</i> is useful, writes Dillon Davie.

Isak Roux’s musical homecoming

Dillon Davie speaks to Isak Roux, who is in town for the premiere performance of his <i>Coming Home</i> cantata at the Johannesburg City Hall.

A personal work of colour

SA flautist Wouter Kellerman’s <i>Colour</i> reflects the journey of a classically trained musician towards world music and jazz-informed improv.

Classics remixed

Dillon Davie visits Cape Town where he finds Mozart on marimbas and Dickens set on Jo’burg mines.

Music as a means of hope

Turkish composer Fazil Say returns to South Africa to perform in two concerts, writes Dillon Davie.

Sergei Nakariakov blows in

Miagi festival offers a classical treat, writes Dillon Davie