Dillon Davie
latest news & developmentsStage blazes with Opera Africa’s Carmen
Opera Africa is helping to keep the flame of opera burning in South Africa with its first offering for 2011, George Bizet’s <em>Carmen.</em>
Flauting tradition
South African flautist Wouter Kellerman, who has spent the past few years making a name for himself on international stages, returns with his new album.
Making money by the Buffett
Dillon Davie looks into <i>The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life</i> by Alice Schroeder.
Clockwise, with harp and violin
Two talented young classical musicians, violinist Marc Uys and harpist Jacqueline Kerrod, have joined forces, both personally and professionally.
Die Zauberflöte for beginners
Some preparation before heading into William Kentridge’s <i>The Magic Flute</i> is useful, writes Dillon Davie.
Isak Roux’s musical homecoming
Dillon Davie speaks to Isak Roux, who is in town for the premiere performance of his <i>Coming Home</i> cantata at the Johannesburg City Hall.
A personal work of colour
SA flautist Wouter Kellerman’s <i>Colour</i> reflects the journey of a classically trained musician towards world music and jazz-informed improv.
Classics remixed
Dillon Davie visits Cape Town where he finds Mozart on marimbas and Dickens set on Jo’burg mines.
Music as a means of hope
Turkish composer Fazil Say returns to South Africa to perform in two concerts, writes Dillon Davie.
Sergei Nakariakov blows in
Miagi festival offers a classical treat, writes Dillon Davie