African Symphony Safari

(Featured image of Mac Mckenzie by Steve Gordon musicpics.co.za)

Highlights

• A private symphonic concert featuring some of Johannesburg’s finest players
• Original compositions by Mac McKenzie
• Intimately staged at the home of Mac McKenzie

Inclusions

• Gourmet snacks and wine
• Hotel collection and drop off
• Private concert

Exclusions

• Gratuities

Suitable for

• Guests with a love for original symphonic works
• Guests who just love good music!
• Guests seeking nuance and surprise and cultural complexity
• Music lovers of all ages – as it takes place only on a private basis, kids of all ages are welcome

Mac McKenzie is one of South Africa’s most original composers of symphonic works. Since 2011, Mac and his Goema Orchestra have been changing the narrative of African symphonic music, deeply rooting his compositions in the indigenous musics of South Africa.

“Mac is impressive; he’s a product and creator of South Africa’s diverse roots, an expression of how twisted yet beautifully they can grow.Mail & Guardian

For this extraordinary evening in Johannesburg, Mac performs his compositions with a quartet of the best of the city’s classical musicians. Gourmet snacks and fine South African wine are served as part of the evening.

The African Symphony Safari is best suited for visitors who delight in symphonic music,  appreciate contemporary classical works, and are excited to experience the vanguard of original African symphonic music. The experience is intimate and conversational and casual, and is not a black tie event (although guests are most welcome to wear one!)

The experience runs 7pm to 10pm. A typical programme can look like this:

• 19h00 Collection at accommodation
• 19h30 Arrive at the home of Mac McKenzie
• 19h30 – 19h50 Snacks and wine and welcome introduction
• 19h50 – 20h20 1st Movement
• 20h20 – 20h40 Snacks and wine
• 20h40 – 21h10 2nd Movement
• 21h10 – 21h30 Snacks, wine, conversation and goodbyes
• 22h00 back at accommodation