SASMT Gqeberha Centre

Heydeburg Symphony Orchestra

🎼Port Elizabeth🎼

Karoo Kronkels:

The concert will be presented by the Heydeburg Orchestra in Port Elizabeth on the 1st of August 2026 at the NMU South-campus auditorium and will focus on Afrikaans music (Kunslied), highlighting the contribution of Professor Chris Lamprecht as a leading South African composer and academic.

This concert represents a meaningful collaboration between the Heydeburg Orchestra, Prof Chris Lamprecht’s artistic legacy, and the ATKV.

Bekende soliste en kore wat gaan optree, sluit die volgende in: Lucretia Sikwebu, Karika Louw, James van der Merwe; asook die skoolkore van Astra Primêr, Laerskool Newtonpark en Hoërskool Andrew Rabie.

Kaartjies beskikbaar by Quicket:
https://www.quicket.co.za/events/382497-karoo-kronkels/

Laerskool Newtonpark
Hoërskool Andrew Rabie High School Public Page
Astra Primary School

Trinity College London - South Africa

🎹 A Piano Syllabus Designed Around Musical Choice

At Trinity, we understand that no two pianists learn, perform or express themselves in exactly the same way.

That's why our Piano syllabus offers a wide range of repertoire choices at every grade, spanning classical favourites, stage and screen music, video game soundtracks, jazz, Latin and contemporary styles.

Our repertoire books remain valid indefinitely (subject to copyright and territory restrictions), giving teachers and learners flexibility and continuity in their exam planning.

Candidates can also personalize their exam experience through options such as duets (up to Grade 3), own compositions, digital exams and the Repertoire-only pathway.

Because every pianist's journey is unique.

Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology

--MUSA MAKGATO--

Congratulations to the following participants from South Africa, Poland, USA, China, Germany and Namibia that have been selected to take part in the 2026 ZA International Woodwind Competition. We received excellent entries and are looking forward to a fantastic competition week.

Alisa Bogomolova (Flute) Namibia
Amber Abrahams (Flute) South Africa
Andree van Zyl (Oboe) South Africa
Chiara Demaio (Clarinet) South Africa
Daria Baczyk (Saxophone) Poland
David Cyster (Clarinet) South Africa
James Cilliers (Saxophone) South Africa
Jesse Jardin (Flute) South Africa
Kate Watson (Flute) South Africa
Keagan Coetzee (Bassoon) South Africa
Kornelius Holm (Bassoon) South Africa
Mateusz Warzecha (Saxophone) Poland
Musa Makgato (Clarinet) South Africa
Paul La Greca (Saxophone) USA
Quinn Goliath (Saxophone) South Africa
Ziyin Wang (Bassoon) China/Germany

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Victoria Park High School

WHAT TEAM? WILDCATS! 🏀

The secret is out! We are incredibly proud to announce that THREE of our very own Victoria Park High School stars have landed huge lead roles in the upcoming Nicki Ray Academy of Performing Arts production of High School Musical Jr.! 🌟

Let’s give a massive VP shout-out to our boys taking center stage:
🎤 Oyithando Zetu as the one and only Troy Bolton!
🧢 Christopher Plaatjies bringing the fabulous energy as Ryan Evans!
📋 Nathan Boland keeping everyone in line as Coach Bolton!
Talk about being Prepared for Life—and the stage! 💚 From the court to the curtains, these boys are ready to break a leg.

📅 When: 2 – 10 July 2026
📍 Where: The Savoy Theatre
🎟️ Tickets: Grab yours now at nickirayproductions.co.za

Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra

Meet our soloist | Youth Concerto Festival (ECPO)
ASEMAHLE NOMNGANGA (Saxophone)

Asemahle Nomnganga is currently a Grade 11 learner at Collegiate Girls' High School. She began playing the clarinet in Grade 3 and the alto saxophone in Grade 8, achieving several accolades through her commitment and hard work. Her achievements include double Gold at the Pearson Praeludium, second place in the SASMT Gqeberha Centre Music Competition, and double Gold (including the Gold Medal) at the Knock-on-Wood Music Eisteddfod. Asemahle has also performed with the Eastern Cape Youth Orchestra Foundation and is an active member of her school’s clarinet ensemble, saxophone ensemble, vocal ensemble and concert band.

📅 Sunday, 21 June 2026
🕝 14h30 PM
📍 Feather Market Hall
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased (online) via Quicket South Africa OR at the door on the day of the concert.

#2026

Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra

Meet our soloist | Youth Concerto Festival (ECPO)
ALEXIS CLARKE (Flute)

Alexis Clarke began playing the flute at the age of 6 and learned to read music before she could confidently read words. Music has become an important means of self-expression, allowing her to communicate through performance. Before the age of 10, she won her category in the Ultimate Performer Competition, demonstrating her talent from an early age. She is currently in matric at Hudson Park High School and in 2025, successfully completed her Grade 8 Flute Examination. She continues to build her performance experience through competitions, concerts and ensemble participation. Alexis is passionate about sharing her music with others and is honoured to perform as part of the Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra Youth Concerto Festival.

📅 Sunday, 21 June 2026
🕝 14h30 PM
📍 Feather Market Hall
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased (online) via Quicket South Africa OR at the door on the day of the concert.

#2026

Lee Gold Music PE

We are open tomorrow!

Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra

Meet our soloist | Youth Concerto Festival (ECPO)
ISIVILE MAGUGA (Trombone)

Isivile Maguga is an outstanding young musician from Grey High School (Grey High School Music) who has represented his school at the Port Elizabeth Feather Market Organ Society’s Open Day and collaborated with acclaimed pianist and organist Ciska Range in the joint concert Soirée Musicale. A dedicated leader, he directs Grey’s Military Band, Big Band and the Order of the Brass Unicorn Quartet, while serving for three consecutive years as principal trombonist of the Eastern Cape Youth Orchestra Foundation. His musical excellence has earned him selection for the prestigious Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival and two consecutive invitations to perform as a soloist with the Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra at the annual Youth Concerto Festival.

📅 Sunday, 21 June 2026
🕝 14h30 PM
📍 Feather Market Hall
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased (online) via Quicket South Africa OR at the door on the day of the concert.

#2026

Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra

Meet our soloist | Youth Concerto Festival (ECPO)
MÉGAN GEDULD (Piano)

Mégan Geduld is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music degree at Nelson Mandela University (Nelson Mandela University - Department of Music and Performing Arts), continuing a strong musical family tradition. She began playing the piano at the age of 5. Since 2015, she has been a regular performer at the East London Music Eisteddfod and has participated in the SASMT Gqeberha Centre Music Competition in Gqeberha. In 2023, she performed as part of the pit orchestra in her school’s production of Sister Act. Holding a Grade 8 Piano ABRSM, Mégan aspires to take her music to audiences both nationally and internationally.

📅 Sunday, 21 June 2026
🕝 14h30 PM
📍 Feather Market Hall
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased (online) via Quicket South Africa OR at the door on the day of the concert.

#2026

Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra

Meet our soloist | Youth Concerto Festival (ECPO)
DANIEL FABER (Cello)

At just 13 years of age, Daniel Faber is a dedicated young cellist whose musical journey began in Oslo, Norway. He had lessons with Morten Hannisdal, principal cellist of the Norwegian Radio Orchestra. He has also performed with several youth ensembles, including the Vestum String Orchestra and the Majorstuen Suzuki Orchestra. After relocating to South Africa, Daniel became principal cellist of the Junior Eastern Cape String Orchestra, earned a medal at the Knock-on-Wood Music Eisteddfod and has participated in a masterclasses with Prof Anmari van der Westhuizen. He currently studies under Dr Mariechen Meyer, whose mentorship continues to inspire his musical growth and development.

📅 Sunday, 21 June 2026
🕝 14h30 PM
📍 Feather Market Hall
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased (online) via Quicket South Africa OR at the door on the day of the concert.

#2026