Hermanus FynArts Festival 2025: Two Must-See Music Events You Can’t Miss

The Hermanus FynArts Festival 2025 is in full swing, and music lovers are in for a treat. Two standout concerts on the programme showcase both established and rising stars in South African music. Whether you enjoy operatic voices or unique classical instruments, these events promise something special.

Strauss Bicentenary Concert

1. Date: Saturday, 7 June 2025
2. Time: 18:30
3. Venue: Curro School Hall, Hermanus
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Celebrate the legacy of composer Richard Strauss in a powerful tribute concert. The Strauss Bicentenary Concert features top South African talent, led by soprano Brittany Smith.

Brittany is a Cape Town Opera soloist known for her strong, expressive voice. Her performances range from opera to musical theatre. Audiences may remember her standout roles as Sharon in Master Class with Sandra Prinsloo and as Maria in The Sound of Music. Brittany’s dynamic stage presence and vocal control will bring the music of Strauss to life in this special evening performance.

Expect a moving and elegant tribute to one of the great composers of the Romantic era. The concert will honour Strauss’s rich musical legacy through voice and emotion.

Recital: The Classical Accordion with Loren Ehlers

1. Date: Tuesday, 10 June 2025
2. Time: 12:30
3. Venue: 64 Fernkloof Village, Fir Ave, Hermanus
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This lunchtime recital is a hidden gem in the festival line-up. Loren Ehlers, a young musician, composer, and BMus student at the University of Cape Town, will take you on a journey with an instrument rarely heard in classical settings — the accordion.

Loren is reshaping the way people see the accordion. Through her performance, she will show its full range and emotional power. Expect to hear everything from soft, lyrical melodies to bold, intricate passages. Her programme will highlight the depth and versatility of this often-underestimated instrument.

This intimate concert offers something fresh and original. It’s perfect for those curious about new sounds or looking to explore the edges of classical music.

Plan Your Festival Schedule

Whether you’re drawn to grand operatic tributes or intimate instrumental recitals, these two concerts offer a chance to experience the diversity of the Hermanus FynArts Festival 2025. Each performance promises to be a highlight in its own way.

Don’t miss out on these unique musical moments. Book your tickets today and be part of this unforgettable celebration of South African talent!