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Celebrating Women’s Month with the Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra’s Second National Tour

June 13, 2023

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The Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra (MNPO) is set to return for its second national tour in 2023, celebrating Women’s Month from August 10th to 14th. With electrifying performances across three South African cities, the orchestra’s unparalleled talent will be on full display.

The Tour Schedule

The tour will commence in Johannesburg at the Linder Auditorium on August 10th, followed by Cape Town’s City Hall on the 12th, and then conclude in Gqeberha at the Feather Market Centre on the 14th.

The Orchestra

Leading the orchestra is Marin Alsop, the first female conductor to head major orchestras in the United States, United Kingdom, South America, and Austria. Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, an acclaimed soprano artist from Limpopo, will also join the orchestra and lend her enchanting voice.

The Repertoire

The first half of the tour will feature magnificent arias, followed by Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 5 after the intermission.

Marin Alsop’s Comments on the Orchestra

Marin Alsop expresses her excitement to return to South Africa and work with musicians committed to excellence. She praises the nation’s ability to unite people through music, a quality embodied by the Mzansi Philharmonic.

The MNPO’s Mission

Launched in 2022 by the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture, the MNPO aims to promote South Africa’s cultural richness and foster unity through music. The orchestra, which comprises up to 110 non-permanent musicians from regional orchestras, universities, and freelance professionals, has become a beacon of hope and inspiration for aspiring musicians and audiences alike.

Tickets

Tickets are now available via Quicket for this unforgettable experience that encapsulates the spirit of Women’s Month and the transformative power of music.

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