Sunday Salon – From Europe To Africa is an intimate afternoon that moves from the classical piano to the vibrant sound-world of African instruments, taking place at the Drama Factory on 19 April 2026 at 4pm.
Rising pianist Lucas Marques performs works by composers including Johann Sebastian Bach, Joseph Haydn, and Sergei Rachmaninoff, while acclaimed musicians Nceba Gongxeka and Nomapostile Nyiki will headline in a celebration of indigenous African instruments, song, and rhythm.
This Sunday Salon concert brings together two distinct yet deeply connected musical traditions in an intimate listening space. The afternoon opens with a solo piano recital by Lucas Marques, a young pianist currently studying at the University of Cape Town. His programme is drawn from the European classical tradition – music of clarity, lyricism, and expressive depth that reflects the historic salon culture of listening and reflection. This first act culminates with a work by South African composer Hendrik Hofmeyr, whose music draws inspiration from African musical traditions.
After the interval, the stage transforms as indigenous instruments and voice take centre focus. Acclaimed performers Nceba Gongxeka and Nomapostile Nyiki will present a vibrant programme of traditional African music, featuring instruments such as marimba, mbira, bows, and percussion. Rooted in living musical heritage, their performance brings rhythm, storytelling, and cultural depth to the concert stage.
What: Sunday Salon – From Europe To Africa
Where and when: The Drama Factory, Somerset West on 19 April 2026 at 4pm
Tickets: The Drama Factory
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