Forest serenade to enchant
KNYSNA - Music enthusiasts in Knysna are in for a sublime experience as the SANParks Honorary Rangers present the highly anticipated Serenade in the Forest. This enchanting evening of classical music will be held on Sunday 24 March, amidst the tranquil beauty of the Knysna Forest at the King Edward VII Big Tree Diepwalle.
The event promises to captivate attendees with a stellar line-up of accomplished musicians.
Among the featured artists are Elina Koycheva, an exceptional violinist hailing from Sofia, Bulgaria, and Louise Howlett, a soprano and graduate of London's prestigious Royal College of Music. Joining them is the internationally acclaimed tenor Pierre van der Westhuizen and the beloved local saxophonist, Jaco Kriek. Adding to the musical brilliance is Albert Combrink, an award-winning pianist who studied under the tutelage of Prof Bernd Goetzke at the Hanover Musik Hochschule in Germany.
The concert is scheduled to begin at 16:00 and will continue until 18:30. The venue provides a picturesque setting that perfectly complements the musical experience.
Tickets are priced at R530 per person and include a picnic bag, with a vegetarian option available upon request. Additionally, attendees will have access to guarded parking in Knysna and a shuttle service to the venue which will depart from Loerie Park Stadium in Knysna at 15:15. Covered seating underneath a stretch tent ensures comfort throughout the concert. For inquiries and further information, contact: Knysna.chair@sanparksvolunteers.org. Bookings can be made through Quicket. All proceeds from the event will contribute to projects identified by SANParks and Birdlife South Africa, supporting the conservation and preservation of the natural wonders that make Knysna and its surrounding areas so remarkable.
Music lovers and nature enthusiasts are encouraged to seize this opportunity to indulge in the beauty of both music and nature.