(KZNPO’s Tshepo
Ntswelengwe introduces the bold sounds of his French horn to baby Miroslav, son
of KZNPO violinist Natalia Pronenko. Pic by Sophie Thompson)
Spoil your mom this Mother’s Day, while enjoying two of the
region’s priceless resources, the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra and Durban’s
magnificent Botanic Gardens.
Set to entertain families and friends as they celebrate
Mother’s Day on May 8, Old Mutual Music at the Lake proudly presents the KZN
Philharmonic Orchestra featuring celebrity muso Arno Carstens and special guest
Chloe Clark, with a bouquet of live music-making in the magical setting of
Durban’s Botanic Gardens.
Arno Carstens of Springbok Nude Girls fame, and Chloe Clark
who featured until recently in Team Khan on The Voice SA, will join forces with
the KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic (‘Africa’s Premiere Orchestra’) to entertain
patrons at the Durban Botanical Gardens on Mothers’ Day.
Highlights include Arno’s biggest block busters: Emergency; Another Universe; Blue Eyes
and Hole Heart, with Chloe adding a
feminine touch with L-O-V-E; Doo Bee Doo,
and other hits.
The KZN Philharmonic under the baton of Maestro Lykele
Temmingh will accompany Arno and Chloe, and will also play some highlights its
forthcoming season, including Shostakovich’s spectacular Festive Overture and a
short movement from Beethoven’s 8th Symphony.
The concert takes place on May 8 in the Durban Botanic
Gardens. Tickets: presold R140 (R160 on the day). Children 8 to 12 years R60
(under 8 free).
Tickets available online at www.webtickets.co.za or at the
Information Office at the Gardens.
Gates open at 13h00 for presold ticket holders, and at 13h30
for on-the-day sales. Children are welcome to enjoy some fun & games at
Kidzone. A variety of food and soft refreshments will be available to purchase.
Picnic blankets, camp chairs, cooler boxes are allowed.
Kindly note that following are not allowed: beach umbrellas,
gazebos, pets, balls, bikes, scooters, weapons, hubbly bubblies or illegal
substances.
So make mum’s day and treat her and the family to an
unforgettable event!