Andre Rieu Features Local Tenor In Cape Town
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Bhemgee (below) will be performing with André Rieu in March 2011 Huntalive |
André Rieu’s SA tour is a dream come true not only for fans, but for tenor and former street sweeper - James Bhemgee, who has been chosen to perform on stage with this classical virtuoso!
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enor - James Bhemgee, the winner of a popular local television talent show, caught the world’s attention with his incredible voice and rags to riches story, as well as the ear of the biggest touring classical artist in the world, André Rieu.
Bhemgee who hails from Mitchell’s Plain in Cape Town, was invited to Maastricht to rehearse with André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra, had this to say upon his return: “I am so honoured to have been chosen by André to perform with him and his orchestra. We had such a lovely time rehearsing in Holland and all I can say is that the South African audiences will be blown away by the concerts. All of this is truly a dream come true for me!”
Having topped the tour rankings with his sold out SA Tour last year, the Dutch violinist and conductor’s magnificent grand-scale production will once again feature his Johann Strauss Orchestra, choir and soloists, as well as SA’s nightingale, Kimmy Skota, who stole the hearts of everyone during her incredible performances last year.
A musical phenomenon, André Rieu is unlike anything else in the entertainment world. His audience members are known to jump to their feet and dance in the aisles at his unparalleled music spectaculars. Now with added South African flavour, this is a concert that is definitely not to be missed.
Book now at Computicket (www.computicket.com or 083 915 8000) to avoid disappointment. Tickets range from R400 – R1 050.
ANDRÉ RIEU’S SOUTH AFRICA 2011 TOUR DATES:
Grand Arena, Grand West Cape Town:
Fri, 11 March 2011 @ 8pm
Sat, 12 March 2011 @ 8pm
Sun, 13 March 2011 @ 6pm
Superbowl, Sun City:
Friday, 18 March 2011 @ 8:30pm
Saturday, 19 March 2011 @ 7pm
Sunday, 20 March 2011 @ 7pm
ICC, Durban:
Wednesday, 23 March 2011 @ 8pm
as usual Andre has taken time to look for someone The People of South Africa will relate to, does this Great Man have a big heart or what, I am sure the Audiences will like this man & what a great chance for him to shine in His own Country, like Kimmi I am sure Andre's Audience's will love whatever Andre shares with them;
This young man has a great voice. I happened to see a video of him singing. Andre always seems to find great talent.