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Afternoon Opera and high tea at the Conservatory in Franschhoek on the 19th October at 15.00 in aid of the Franschhoek Hospitality Academy.

Join sopranos Lynelle Kenned and Arline Jaftha, with Stefan Lombard at the piano, for an enchanting afternoon of music that spans elegance, wit, and heartfelt emotion. From the serene beauty of Pie Jesu and the beloved Flower Duet to the sparkle of the Cat Duet, soulful spirituals, and timeless favourites from opera and Broadway, this is a feast for every musical palate. Highlights include O mio babbino caro, Mira, o Norma, Summertime, and Climb Ev’ry Mountain — moments of tenderness, passion, and joy woven into one luminous hour.

Sip Colmant Cap Classique MCC or tea and coffee and savor sweet and savoury delights in collaboration with Three Steams.

Or join us on the 8th November for Sunset Arias at La Cotte. The evening culminates in a glittering finale featuring Lynelle Kenned, Stefan Lombard, and baritone William Berger, joined by the string players for an unforgettable evening of opera, Broadway, and orchestral brilliance. Watch the sun set over the Franschhoek skyline as you sip Cap Classique and enjoy delectable canapés from La Cotte.

Lynelle Kenned, Arline Jaftha, William Berger and Stefan Lombard have captivated audiences worldwide with their blend of classical favorites and Broadway hits. To find out more about the artists, please refer to the attachment.

To get a taste of what you can expect take a look at this YouTube video: https://youtu.be/KoEqVAzyqZE.

All proceeds will go towards the Franschhoek Hospitality Academy’s main objective - uplifting local, historically disadvantaged youth by providing them with the necessary hospitality skills and training to gain employment within the tourism industry. To ensure the comfort of our guests, these special events will be limited to a maximum of 80 people.

Crescendo – Afternoon SoireeDate: 19th October, 3 pmLocation: Conservatory, Happy Valley Road, Franschhoek Tickets: R950 per person Grand Finale – Sunset Aria Date: 8th November, 5.30 pmLocation: La Cotte, 24 La Cotte Road, Franschhoek Tickets: R1600 per person During each event there will be a short and very exciting auction where you can bid on a private concert, either in your own home or at a curated venue. To book your tickets please email shaneill@fhalc.co.za or book online via Quicket: https://qkt.io/Triologie. We look forward to welcoming you at one or both of these experiences.