The 19th of August marked the start of the University of Pretoria Music Festival. It consisted of a full week of festivities from masterclasses to showcases, and best of all – everyone was welcome for free. Students just needed to go to the venue, sit down, and enjoy the show.
Posters were put up around campus and the music students tried their best to bring awareness to the event. Although the event was unknown to most students, the hard work of the music students is to be commended. The student concert consisted of a variety of performances from melodious operative singing to playing instruments such as the flute and the guitar. The audience was small, but their enthusiasm could be heard.
When asked what the purpose was behind the event, one of the stagehands stated that “it is a way for the students to get their hours and experience performing”. The performers surely looked like they were experienced, showing little to no nerves and truly performing with confidence. The events included within this festival ranged from masterclasses surrounding aspects such as chamber music to composition as well as an exhibition of their talents in a variety of concerts, including a Jazz concert and an Odeion String Quartet.
