TO kick off the festive season of 2023, The Durban Caledonian Pipe Band and Friends presents the 11th annual production of Carols and Kilts – at Shongweni Farmer’s Market. The show will take place on Saturday, December 2, at 15:00, and at the DLI Hall in Greyville, on Sunday, December 3, at 14:00.
The much-loved Carols and Kilts kicks off the festive season celebrations with a blend of highland music and a medley of well-known Christmas carols and seasonal music numbers, including evergreen bagpipe favourites, such as Highland Cathedral and Auld Lang Syne. As well as some more contemporary favourites, such as John Farnham’s The Voice, the Gael from Last of the Mohicans and Leonard Cohen’s masterful, Halleluiah.
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The Durban Caledonian Pipe Band will be supported by musicians on electric, acoustic and bass guitar, keyboard, saxophone, drum kit, and the noble cowbell as well as guest vocalists. Among the special guests will be Garth Strydom (electric guitar), Nick Mowbray (keyboard) and Cassie Rae (vocals).
The concert can be enjoyed at Shongweni Farmer’s Market on Saturday afternoon, overlooking the top of the Shongweni Valley. Food and drinks will be on site.
Tickets can be bought through Quicket or at the entrance for both concerts. Adults are R100 and children R50.
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