The music continues to flow as we power
through another week, and the KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra shares the
mission of enriching your lives by offering innovative musical presentations.
To celebrate Mother's Day, the KwaZulu-Natal and Johannesburg Philharmonic
Orchestras (KZNPO & JPO) delivered a virtual performance dedicated to moms
for Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 10, 2020.
This virtual performance, produced by
Bongani Tembe, features two of the most well-known lullabies - Brahms’ Wiegenlied and Thula Thula, with each musician recording their own performance at
home based on an orchestral arrangement by Eddie Clayton. The video also
features a mini show reel entitled “moments with mom,” which has been made by
emerging filmmakers.
“On this Mother’s Day we pay tribute to our
everyday heroines with the unique orchestral arrangement of these two timeless
lullabies. We hope that this beautiful music will help all of us to reflect on
the crucial and nurturing role that mothers play to make our world a better
place. Like the joy of music, a mother’s love overflows forever and is
essential to our wellbeing”, said Bongani Tembe, Artistic Director at the KZNPO
and JPO.
Tembe added that “I specifically chose
Brahms’ Lullaby since it is one of
the most popular lullabies in the world; and decided to intertwine it with Thula Thula - a popular lullaby in Zulu
culture, which has been sung by mothers to their babies over generations.
Whilst these lullabies originate from different continents, they both radiate
the universal power of unconditional love”.
Following on the success of Amazing Grace, which went viral, this
performance is the second one of many more to come from the orchestras as the
industry embarks on new ways to entertain and delight audiences during the
COVID-19 national lockdown.
The internet has certainly allowed the show
to go on – virtually, at least and the couch has become the best (and safest)
seat in the house. Whilst the viewing of performance won’t be the same as a
live concert for a while, we truly have seen the adaptability of the
performing-arts.
The Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra
(JPO) is a not-for-profit Section 30 company and a public benefit organisation
which was originally formed in May 2000 following the demise of the National
Symphony Orchestra. The JPO went into business rescue in 2012, however, it was
relaunched in August 2017 with a revitalised vision, a new brand identity and a
diverse board of directors which is comprised of captains of industry and
credible community leaders. The board is chaired by former Deputy Chief
Justice, Dikgang Moseneke, with seasoned arts manager and Julliard School
trained singer, Bongani Tembe, as the Chief Executive and Artistic Director.
The relaunch of the JPO affirmed the organisation’s aspiration to be
internationally recognised for its artistic excellence, innovation, education
initiatives and community engagement programmes. For more information visit www.jpo.co.za
The KZN Philharmonic Orchestra is a
not-for-profit company and a public benefit organisation, with a committed
board of directors consisting of prominent business people and community
leaders. The Orchestra is chaired by business luminary, Saki Macozoma, and ably
led, for the past 25 years, by Bongani Tembe, an accomplished Juilliard School
trained singer and seasoned arts manager. Tembe’s strong vision fosters high
artistic values and a commitment to engaging with the diverse communities of
South Africa. A comprehensive education, development and community engagement
programme exposes more than 30,000 urban and township learners per year to
music educational concerts. The Orchestra also has a rural residency programme
which entails visits to rural areas working with local schools and communities.
In addition, the Orchestra presents its flagship World Symphony Series (WSS),
which features four seasons of symphony concerts at the Durban City Hall and
the Playhouse Opera Theatre. To link direct to the KZNPO’s website click on the
advert above this article of visit www.kznphil.org.za
To watch the Mother's Day performance,
click on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRye3s9SqQQ&feature=youtu.be
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