FRIENDS OF MUSIC

INVITES YOU TO AN AFTERNOON OF FINE MUSIC CELEBRATING LIVE AND LOVE!

THE GYPSY STRINGS
with CHRISTOPHER DUIGAN (PIANO)

GYPSY STRINGS

This vibrant ensemble features four musicians who are all members of the acclaimed KZNPO. They perform a colourful and exciting selection of traditional music in true gypsy style.  The quartet is led by violinist Ralitza Macheva. Bulgarian born Ralitza has been the co-principal, second violins for the KZNPO since 2000. Annamaria D’Andrea (Viola) was born in Roma, Italy. She has been with the KZNPO since 2006. Ralitza Pechoux (Cello) started playing the cello when she was 9 years old in Pleven, Bulgaria. She is now a permanent member of the KZNPO. Completing the ensemble is the inspirational and innovative percussionist Stephane Perchoux. He has been the KZNPO Principal Percussionist since 2009.

CHRISTOPHER DUIGAN

South African concert pianist, CHRISTOPHER DUIGAN has been recognised as a South African piano icon (Classic Feel June 2009). He has performed extensively with all leading South African orchestras in a repertoire of more than 25 works for piano and orchestra. In recital he has developed a popular following through his innovative presentation and programming of a broad and eclectic taste in music.

In recent months Christopher has established a massive online presence with twice-weekly livestream sessions during the lockdown.

Christopher Duigan is a Steinway artist. 

SUNDAY 15^TH NOVEMBER 2020 at 3pm

DURBAN JEWISH CENTRE  44 KE Masinga (Old Fort) Road

Tickets R100 (members) R120 (non-members)

PLEASE PRE-BOOK TICKETS AT friendsofmusic@webmail.co.za

(Please Include ID No. and Cell No. with booking - Covid requirement)

PROGRAMME

Antonín Dvořák,  Piano Trio No.4 “Dumky” - Franz Lehár, Vilia – Romanian Folk Song, Moldovanke - Johannes Brahms, Hungarian Dance No. 5 - Astor Piazzolla,  Liebertango - George Gershwin, Ragtime’s - Gypsy tangos and Czardases,  Por una cabeza - Tiko-Tiko

All Covid 19 regulations will be strictly observed.