Fine Music Radio Inc.

17/02/2025

FMR'S JAZZ AND CLASSICAL MUSIC ALBUMS OF THE WEEK ARE:
JAZZ: Citrus Sun is Bluey's more instrumental-oriented side project which runs alongside Incognito and features many of the same musicians. "Anaconga," the latest release from Bluey’s Citrus Sun project, is a captivating tribute to jazz, soul, and funk greats, filled with standout reimaginings and fresh new compositions. The rhythms embrace your mind, and the melodies seeps into your spirit, while you luxuriate in the glow of the Citrus Sun.”
CLASSICAL: Ruth Gipps: Orchestral Works, Volume 3
BBC Philharmonic conducted by Rumon Gamba – from Chandos Records
Ruth Gipps came from the seaside resort of Bexhill-on-Sea and made her first appearances in the pre-war years as a regionally celebrated child pianist. She was a student when war broke out, which gave her, and other women, an opportunity to compose and play in previously all-male orchestras. After the war, those opportunities narrowed as men returned.Her many good works for the music profession in the UK went largely unsung, though she was eventually, grudgingly, awarded an MBE.

16/02/2025

How to solve your own ... dilemma of "what should I read next?" Tune into Book Choice, tomorrow at 12 noon, with Paige Nick and her team of reviewers for some fabulous fiction, non fiction, plus interviews! Brought to you by Books

14/02/2025

An extremely interesting and original book on Mozart has just been published. It’s called “Meetings With Mozart” by William Charlton-Perkins who for many years was well known in theatre and media circles in KwaZulu-Natal. William is Rodney Trudgeon's guest on People of Note this week. Sunday at 6 pm and again on Thursday at midday. Brought to you by Toerien Productions

14/02/2025

Love is IN the air, and ON air! Celebrate love, friendship and family, by giving the gift that keeps on giving: tickets to the Fine Music Radio Benefit Gala on Sunday 6 April at 2.30 pm. Book now through .

13/02/2025

Thanks VOX Cape Town and happy birthday to you too!

We are not the only local musicians celebrating a big birthday this year – Fine Music Radio Inc. is also marking three decades on air! 🎉

On Sunday 6 April, FMR will present a magnificent benefit gala concert to commemorate this milestone and to raise much-needed funds ⭐️ The concert will feature a mix of classical music and jazz, stunning visuals, lighting and sound, and your favourite FMR presenters! We are thrilled to be sharing the Artscape Opera House stage with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, Louise Howlett, William Berger, James Grace, Andrew Ford and many others! 🎧

🎟 Book now via Webtickets! https://bit.ly/4gC5Q4V (A reminder that FMR members receive a members-only discount of R100 on all ticket prices!)

13/02/2025

Tonight: Fine Music Radio’s Symphony at 7 features a live recording from the Town Philharmonic Orchestra ’s 2025 Summer Festival in the Cape Town City Hall, presented John Woodland.
BAICH IS BACK
Conductor: Jonathan Lo
Soloist: Lidia Baich (violin)
Elgar: Serenade in E minor, Op 20
Mozart: Violin Concerto No 3 in G, K. 216
Shostakovitch: Symphony No 9 in E
These broadcasts are possible thanks to the financial support of the Rupert Music Foundation.

12/02/2025

With and Elliot it's always a wonderful world.

12/02/2025

Standard Bank offer various investment solutions, and access to lifestyle benefits for you and your family. And talking of your family, the FMR Benefit Gala on 6 April at 2.30 pm is a must for the whole family. The Cape Town Philharmonic opens the concert under the baton of Bernhard Gueller. Other artists include James Grace, Lukhanyo Moyake and more. Thanks to Standard Bank for their generous support. Visit standardbank.co.za and find out more about Private Banking, the opportunity for the well-established individuals. T&C’s apply.
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11/02/2025

On our 'Our Living Community' tomorrow morning at 7.15, George van der Schyff from the Pristine Earth Collective tells us why and how the organization was started, and what their goals are. Presented by Otto Van Der Walt and brought to you by Re/max Living Cape Town

11/02/2025

Until now the Opus newsletter, with the programme grid and schedule, has been sent to FMR members only. However, in celebration of three decades on air, we have decided to share Opus with all our FMR listeners, via our website. However we will still email Opus to our valued FMR members. If after reading Opus you feel inspired to become a member - we would really appreciate it. Our members are a very special bunch of people whose motivation is simple: to keep FMR on the air.
Opus is an extension of what happens on air. Both the newsletter and the grid and schedule are designed to enhance listening pleasure. Click here for the February edition:
https://www.fmr.co.za/opus/ and please feel free to share.

07/02/2025

The weirdest, whackiest, wonderfulest family is in town. The Addams Family: The Musical, is running at the Homecoming Centre (formerly the Fugard) to rave reviews and has extended to 2 March. With quirky charm, clever wit and a touching story of love and acceptance you can expect stunning performances and breathtaking set designs and costumes. The music is modern and fresh with an inspiring blend of Classic Musical, Rock and Latin. Featuring Samantha Peo, Bethany Dickson, Tiaan Rautenbach, Brendan van Rhyn and an excessively talented cast, it has been described as “a theatrical triumph” and “the best show in Cape Town this season.” Definitely not to be missed. Book through Webtickets.

07/02/2025

Rodney Trudgeon’s guest on People of Note this week is Hans Huyssen, composer, Baroque cellist and conductor with a special love for early European Baroque music as well as rare traditions of indigenous South African music. Last year Hans turned sixty and to celebrate he has been involved in what he calls his "60@60 Project". Many performers both local and international have been involved and Rodney spoke to Hans about his compositions and his fascinating life.
People of Note is on Sunday at 6 pm and on Thursday at midday. Brought to you by Toerien Productions

07/02/2025

The Adventurous Ewe we loved having EWE in studio!

This week, I had the pleasure of visiting Fine Music Radio Inc. studios to do a recording for The Adventurous Ewe!

Watching Mawande, the sound engineer, work his magic was fascinating—so many buttons and so much skill!

Even more exciting, I’ll be on air soon! Tune in to The Diary Show on Monday, 10th February, where I’ll be chatting about my upcoming women-only tours.

A huge thank you to Vanessa, Gavin, and the entire Fine Music team—what a wonderful experience!

📻 Stay tuned!



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06/02/2025

Tonight: Fine Music Radio’s Symphony at 7 features a live recording from the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2025 Summer Festival in the Cape Town City Hall,presented by Woodland .
THE FRIENDS OF ORCHESTRAL MUSIC BENEFIT GALA
Conductor: Jonathan Lo
Soloist: George Harliono (piano)
Wagner: Meistersinger overture
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No 2 in G
Beethoven: Symphony
These broadcasts are possible thanks to the financial support of the Rupert Music Foundation.

06/02/2025

Book now for the Fine Music Radio Benefit Gala, it's on at Artscape on 6 April at 2.30 pm. Tickets from Webtickets or Pick n Pay. With thanks to Standard Bank for their kind support.
Webtickets Pick n Pay Standard Bank - South Africa Artscape

06/02/2025

Book now for the Fine Music Radio Benefit Gala, it's on at Artscape on 6 April at 2.30 pm. Tickets from Webtickets or Pick n Pay. With thanks to Standard Bank for their kind support.

05/02/2025

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