March 2013 Hack Newsletter

The hack newsletter reporting on the March hack is available for download as a pdf.

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Friends newsletter – March 2013

The latest newsletter of the Friends of Helderberg Nature Reserve is available for download.

News Bulletin March 2013

Andrew Young concert on Saturday 9 March 2013

Soulful sax at the Helderberg Nature Reserve

Hailed as the prince of the saxophone, Andrew Young and his band of South African musicians will perform a combination of smooth jazz, funk and gospel at sunset in the Helderberg Nature Reserve on Saturday 9 March 2013 at 17:00.

Special guests in the show include EMI Recording Artist Selim Kagee and Pipe Major Tony Reis of the Cape Town Caledonian Pipe Band. Andrew is supported by band members Paul Williams on piano and keyboard, Robbie DuPont on bass and Basil DuPont on drums.

Born in Liverpool, England and now residing in Vienna, Austria, Young has performed across the globe to audiences as far afield as Europe, the Caribbean, Africa, China, Turkey and Tunisia. Continue reading this post »

February 2013 Hack Newsletter

The hack newsletter reporting on the February hack is available for download as a pdf.

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Jesse Jordan concert on Sunday 24 February 2013

With over 12 years in the South African music industry, the Jesse Jordan Band is well set to entertain you on Sunday, 24 February at the Helderberg Nature Reserve in Somerset West.

What started as a dream and a fledgling band under the guidance of veteran musician and producer Alex Power just over 12 years ago, has evolved into the Jesse Jordan Band, a musical expression of note with three albums, four music videos and hundreds of live shows under its belt. Continue reading this post »

Early Edition concert on Sunday 10 February 2013

Sundowners with Early Edition

Take a rock ’n roll trip down memory lane with the six-piece local rock band, Early Edition, who will play at the Helderberg Nature Reserve in Somerset West on Sunday, 10 February 2013 at 17:30. Continue reading this post »

January 2013 Hack Newsletter

The hack newsletter reporting on the January hack is available for download as a pdf.

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Virtual Jazz Reality concert on Sunday 27 January 2013

Enjoy the sunset with Virtual Jazz Reality

Bring your picnic and relax to the sound of jazz masters, Virtual Jazz Reality, at 17:30 on Sunday, 27 January 2013 at the Helderberg Nature Reserve in Somerset West.

Formed in 1993, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) comprises some of the most respected, versatile and experienced artists on the South African music scene. Collectively and/or individually, they have performed throughout Africa, the United Kingdom, America (New Orleans and New York), Far East, UAE (Dubai), Australia, Sweden, Denmark and elsewhere in Europe.

The band’s jazz repertoire includes over 100 original compositions (some of which have reached the top of the jazz charts) and all the popular jazz standards.

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December 2012 Hack Newsletter

The hack newsletter reporting on the December hack is available for download as a pdf.

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Shiraz in concert on Sunday 6 January 2013

Shiraz fans are in for a treat on Sunday, 6 January, 2013 at the Helderberg Nature Reserve in Somerset West. In addition to their popular repertoire, the group will also give the crowd a sneak preview of their upcoming ‘60s style musical, “A Slice of Saturday Night” this year. Continue reading this post »