Carmina Burana to be performed at Kirstenbosch
Lovers of classical music will delight in the fact that Carmina Burana will be performed at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden on Friday, 21 March as a fundraiser for the May 2014 exhibit to the Chelsea Flower Show.
One of the most popular works on the concert stage, Carmina Burana is a scenic cantata composed by Carl Orff in 1935 and 1936, based on 24 poems from the medieval collection Carmina Burana. An epic masterpiece, capturing the imagination of music lovers worldwide, the garden setting is perfect for this performance by the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Alex Fokkens. The soaring voices of the Cape Town Symphony Choir and soloists add to the magic of these familiar pieces starting with the hugely popular 'O Fortuna'. Enjoy an afternoon of musical splendour in this most magnificent setting.
The concert takes place at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (Rhodes Avenue, Newlands, Cape Town) on Friday from 17:30 until 19:00. Gates open at 16:00.
Tickets R120 (youth 6 - 21 years R85, Botanical Society members R105)
For further information please call 021 799 8783/8620 or visit the website www.sanbi.org
Book online: www.webtickets.co.za
Time: 17:30 - 19:00
Venue: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town
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The concert takes place at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (Rhodes Avenue, Newlands, Cape Town) on Friday from 17:30 until 19:00. Gates open at 16:00.