PAUL HANMER & WENDY OLDFIELD - A DOUBLE BILL CONCERT
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Join us for an intimate evening of live music at a private residence in Constantia, Cape Town, featuring two distinct performances by celebrated South African pianist and composer Paul Hanmer, alongside percussionist Lilavan Gangen (Opening Set) and duet performance with iconic singer-songwriter Wendy Oldfield.THE EVENING'S LINEUPSET 1 | 6:30 PMPaul Hanmer with Lilavan GangenPiano & PercussionAn opening instrumental performance bringing together piano and percussion in a dynamic exploration of jazz composition, rhythm and improvisation.SET 2 | 8:00 PMWendy Oldfield & Paul HanmerA Duet ConcertTwo South African music legends share a stage for a rare and intimate musical collaboration. Paul reimagines Wendy's songs as sweeping jazz pieces, while Wendy weaves his music through with lyrics, melody and djembe. Together, they bring jazz, folk, pop and African rhythm into a distinctive shared sound.MEET THE ARTISTSPAUL HANMERPaul Hanmer is a jazz pianist and composer with over 40 years in the industry, having collaborated with the likes of Miriam Makeba, Sibongile Khumalo, and Ray Phiri along the way. He has written music for jazz artists, orchestras, chamber groups and solo artists in predominantly jazz and classical styles. His 1997 debut album, Trains to Taung, reshaped the sound of South African jazz piano, and remains a landmark work to this day. He has received 2 SAMAs for Best Contemporary Jazz Album for Trains to Taung and Window to Elsewhere.WENDY OLDFIELDWendy Oldfield has been writing and performing since 1983, from The Sweatband's hit "This Boy" through to a solo career built on songs like "Acid Rain", "New Dress" and "Pale Blue Dot". Along the way she picked up an Oktave Award, an FNB Pop Album of the Year and three SAMA Awards, all while playing hundreds of shows a year at her peak. Known affectionately as the eco warrior of South African music, her voice and her values have long gone hand in hand.THE HOUSE CONCERT EXPERIENCEExperience this special double bill in the warm and intimate setting of a private residence in Constantia. Enjoy delicious Cape-inspired food, bring your own beverages and settle in for an evening of exceptional live music.EVENT DETAILSSaturday, 5 December 2026Doors open: 6:00 PMFirst performance: 6:30 PMSecond performance: 8:00 PMVenue: Private residence, Constantia, Cape Town (Address supplied upon booking confirmation)Concert ticket: R300 per personTraditional Cape food: R150 per personBeverages: BYOB – bring your own beverages.NOTE:This is an intimate private house concert with limited seating.Advance booking is essential to secure your place. Please book early, as capacity is strictly limited.We look forward to welcoming you for an extraordinary evening of music, connection and Cape hospitality.
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Address: Please RSVP for address, Constantia
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Saturday, December 5, 2026
18:00 (SAST)
Private Residence - Please RSVP for address
Please RSVP for address, Constantia
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