Perfil de la institución
Cape Town, Sudáfrica
Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra
Founded:
2000
Music Director:
Louis Heyneman
The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO), established in 1914 as the Cape Town Municipal Orchestra, is Africa's oldest and most active symphony orchestra. Over the years, it has evolved through various forms, including the Cape Town Symphony Orchestra and the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, before returning to its original name. Throughout its history, the CPO has built a reputation for excellence,
The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO), established in 1914 as the Cape Town Municipal Orchestra, is Africa's oldest and most active symphony orchestra. Over the years, it has evolved through various forms, including the Cape Town Symphony Orchestra and the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, before returning to its original name. Throughout its history, the CPO has built a reputation for excellence, attracting leading international artists such as pianists Paul Lewis, violinists like Joshua Bell, and renowned South African singers including Pretty Yende and the late Johan Botha.
Beyond its performance schedule, the CPO is dedicated to community engagement and education. The orchestra runs several outreach and educational programs, including the Cape Town Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, Cape Town Philharmonic Youth Wind Ensemble and the Masidlale grassroots training project, which provides free music education to disadvantaged children. These initiatives reflect the CPO's commitment to nurturing local talent and making classical music accessible to a broader audience.
Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan Street, Foreshore, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001, Sudáfrica.