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MUSIC
David Helfgott in Concert
Venue: Cape Town, Johannesburg. Tel: 083 915 8000.
Time: -
Price: R145 - R255
Performances: 9, 11, 18 & 19 Sep 2010
Genre: Various
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Legendary concert pianist, David Helfgott,
will embark on a tour of 4 concerts in September 2010, with performances
in Johannesburg, Pretoria and Cape Town.
Helfgott soared to international fame
after the release of the Oscar award-winning film Shine, in which Geoffrey
Rush gave a compassionate portrayal of the pianist. The movie depicted key
events in the early life of Helfgott, whose career was interrupted by ill
health in the 1970s before he re-established himself as concert pianist in
the mid-1980s.
Helfgott’s exceptional life story has
inspired people across the globe. Born in Melbourne to Polish-Jewish
parents, his musical talent was obvious from an early age and he was known
as a child prodigy. He went to study at the renowned Royal College of
Music in London at the age of 19. Towards the end of his studies he
suffered an unfortunate physical breakdown and had to return to Australia.
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Over the years he managed to overcome his
illness with the help of a friend and his wife, Gillian, whom he married
in 1984. Helfgott made a remarkable comeback to the concert stage in 1984
and since then, has been touring all over the world, giving recitals that
inspire and move people from all walks of life.
“David does not make music, he IS music”,
in the words of conductor Wilhelm Keitel. Helfgott’s unusual performances
and unique interpretations continue to enchant audiences worldwide.
Do not miss the opportunity to experience
this remarkable musician on 9 September at the Linder Auditorium in
Johannesburg, on 11 September at the ZK Matthews Great Hall in Pretoria
and on 18 and 19 September at the Cape Town City Hall.
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