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The double bass takes centre stage in Free State Symphony Orchestra program

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The Free State Symphony Orchestra (FSSO) invites audiences to an unforgettable evening of orchestral music titled Music Inspires Music, taking place on Saturday, 16 May 2026 at 19:30 at the Odeion in Bloemfontein. Under the baton of acclaimed conductor Alexander Walker, the orchestra will present a vibrant, stylistically diverse programme featuring celebrated Bloemfontein double bassist Ruan Baartman as soloist. Ruan joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to share his excitement about the evening’s programme. Tickets are available at Webtickets.
21 Apr English South Africa Performing Arts · Visual Arts

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