Deep Roots: A Celebration of Lower Strings

Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary evening celebrating the rich, expressive and versatile voices of the cello and double bass!

Join local double bassist and lower strings lecturer Mariechen Meyer as she takes to the stage alongside talented members of the Nelson Mandela University (NMU) music faculty, friends and students for a special concert dedicated to the beauty and diversity of the lower strings.

Featuring an exciting and varied programme of works by Saint-Saëns, Ravel, Osborne, Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, Bizet and Paganini the evening promises a wonderful musical journey through lyrical melodies, virtuosic performances and captivating musical encounters. A particularly special highlight will be the world premiere of a new work by South African composer Matthijs van Dijk as well as the fun cello and double bass mass items at the end.

Mariechen will be joined by an exceptional ensemble of colleagues, friends and students:

David Bester (violin), Rudi Bouwer (guitar), Jan-Hendrik Harley (viola), Mathilda Hornsveld (piano), Rochelle Oelofse (piano), Janneke Jacobs (violin), Saskia Weitz (cello), Heidri Faber (clarinet), Daniel Faber (cello), Zoë Craill (cello), Luke Stree