KZN Philharmonic to celebrate Chopin and classical masters in March concert

The KZN Philharmonic Orchestra will host its second and final 2026 Summer Season concert at the Playhouse Opera on Thursday, 12 March, starting at 7pm. Dutch conductor Conrad van Alphen and Bulgarian pianist Ludmil Angelov, a renowned Chopin specialist, will perform alongside the orchestra. Angelov will take centre stage performing two of Chopin’s early works, including the Variations on ‘La ci darem la mano’ and the Grande Polonaise Brillante, which demand both technical brilliance and lyrical expression. Audiences will also be treated to Fauré’s Masques et bergamasques, a delicate blend of dance forms and nostalgic melodies, followed by Beethoven’s youthful and humorous Symphony No 2. The programme promises a journey through classical music history, offering elegance, energy, and playful musical surprises. Ticketing is available via Quicket outlets, with park-and-ride services provided from the Upper Highway, Westville, North Coast, and Berea. The concert also ties into the KZNPO’s broader community engagement and educational initiatives aimed at inspiring the next generation of musicians and classical music enthusiasts.