Glass House: A Journey Through Minimalist Masterpieces

WITH Charl du Plessis (piano), Petrus de Beer (violin), Renée van der Westhuizen (violin), Emile de Roubaix (viola) and Anjulie de Vos-Nock (cello)

Experience the hypnotic beauty and rhythmic brilliance of minimalist music in Glass House, a compelling recital featuring works of iconic composers Philip Glass, Steve Reich, Arvo Pärt, Max Richter and Michael Nyman. Presented by a dynamic quintet of virtuoso South African performers, this programme traverses decades of minimalist innovation. From the meditative calm of Pärt’s Spiegel im Spiegel to the pulsating energy of Philip Glass’s The Hours, the recital offers a richly textured and immersive listening experience. The programme also includes evocative works by Max Richter and Michael Nyman. With refined artistry and intuitive ensemble playing, the quintet breathes new life into this repertoire, bridging classical structure with contemporary soundscapes.