Mzansi National Philharmonic OrchestraMzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra
The Africa United Youth Orchestra (AUYO), led by American conductor William Eddins, is set to make its world debut on July 28, 2024, at UNISA’s ZK Matthews Great Hall in preparation for their part in Carnegie Hall’s World Orchestra Week (WOW). Bringing together extraordinary young musicians from across several African countries, including South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Mozambique, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. AUYO embodies Africa’s musical excellence, unity, and cultural innovation.
The program will feature works by South African composers: Michael Mosoeu Moerane’s Fatše La Heso (My Country), Mzilikazi Khumalo’s uShaka KaSenzagakhona (a dramatic work about the legendary King of the Zulus) and Princess Magogo (the first Zulu opera) sung by South African soprano Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, and Bongani Ndodana-Breen’s Three Orchestral Songs on Poems of Ingrid Jonker, alongside Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World.”
This milestone performance underscores AUYO’s mission to foster international cultural exchange and highlight Africa’s rich orchestral talent.
The Africa United Youth Orchestra (AUYO), led by American conductor William Eddins, made its world debut on July 28, 2024, at UNISA’s ZK Matthews Great Hall in preparation for their part in Carnegie Hall’s World Orchestra Week (WOW). Bringing together extraordinary young musicians from across several African countries, including South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Mozambique, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. AUYO embodied Africa’s musical excellence, unity, and cultural innovation.
The program featured works by South African composers: Michael Mosoeu Moerane’s Fatše La Heso (My Country), Mzilikazi Khumalo’s uShaka KaSenzagakhona (a dramatic work about the legendary King of the Zulus) and Princess Magogo (the first Zulu opera) sung by South African soprano Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, and Bongani Ndodana-Breen’s Three Orchestral Songs on Poems of Ingrid Jonker, alongside Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World.”
This milestone performance underscored AUYO’s mission to foster international cultural exchange and highlight Africa’s rich orchestral talent.
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We know that you might be wide-eyed at the thought of donning your Sunday best and knowing when to clap, but you can rest assured that we’ve got your back. Here are a few bits of information, and answers to questions, that we hope will make your experience as seamless and enjoyable as possible.
This is a common one. Baggies and beachwear might not be ideal, but you can come comfortably; you may see others in tuxes and evening wear, but you’ll also see business/professional wear, streetwear, or neat casual.
We’re always grateful for an enthusiastic audience! We do ask that you hold your clap until the end of the piece (and kindly request that you not clap between movements). If you’re feeling unsure, take a peek at your programme, or alternatively wait for some of our exuberant audience members to show you the way.
We realise that asking you to take a two hour break from your phone is tough in this day and age (or is it blissful?). You’re so welcome to take pictures in the foyer, and before the musicians have taken their place on stage (bonus points if you tag us #MzansiPhil). However, out of respect for your fellow patrons, and the musicians, we ask that you keep your phone on silent throughout the performance and refrain from checking it/taking pics and videos (the light from your phone is brighter that you might think).
Most of our concerts are one and a half to two hours long, including an interval.
When it comes to figuring out how our concerts work, and what you need to know to make it an unforgettable experience, there are no trivial or irrelevant questions. We’d love to answer you directly, either ahead of time or on the night. You can contact us here, or chat to one of our friendly ushers on the night.
Although the “Africa United Youth Orchestra – PTA” concert has concluded, the memories and emotions it evoked linger on.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all attendees, performers, and supporters who made this event a resounding success.
Stay tuned for future events and join us as we continue to create musical moments that inspire and uplift.
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