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SUMMARY:Michael Bester Now\, Not Yet Album Live at Queens Lounge | Jazz At Queens | April 22\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Michael Bester: Now\, Not Yet – An Album Debut \nQueens Lounge presents an evening of genre-defying original music. On Wednesday\, 22 April 2026\, at 8:00 PM\, saxophonist and composer Michael Bester unveils music from his debut album. Now\, not yet\, a deeply personal work shaped by time abroad and the universal tension between reality and aspiration. \nThe Sound: A Global Fusion \nBester’s compositions defy easy categorisation\, blending influences into something entirely his own: \n\n\n\n\nInfluence\nExpression\n\n\n\n\nJazz\nRich harmonic ideas and improvisational freedom\n\n\nRock\nRhythmic drive and emotional intensity\n\n\nFolk\nClear\, melodic storytelling\n\n\nWorld Music\nTextures and colours from across the globe\n\n\n\n\nThe result is music that pairs sophisticated harmony with immediately accessible melodies: thoughtful\, evocative\, and deeply rewarding. \nInspiration Behind Now\, Not Yet \nThe album takes its creative spark from Bester’s time in Spain\, where he pursued a master’s degree at the prestigious Berklee College of Music (Valencia campus). The compositions reflect a journey of discovery\, capturing: \n– The push and pull between dreams and reality \n– The transformation that comes from stepping into the unknown \n– A musician finding his authentic creative voice \nAbout Michael Bester \nA formidable talent with an impressive pedigree: \n– Graduate of the University of Cape Town (UCT) \n– Master’s degree from Berklee College of Music (Valencia\, Spain) \n– SAMRO Overseas Scholarship winner \n– Former member of the iconic Mango Groove \nBester brings both technical mastery and deep emotional intelligence to every performance. \nThe Band \nHe is joined by a high-class ensemble of Cape Town’s most sought-after musicians: \n\n\n\n\nMusician\nInstrument\n\n\n\n\nMichael Bester\nSaxophone / Composer\n\n\nBuddy Wells\nSaxophone\n\n\nKingsley Buitendag\nPiano\n\n\nStephen de Souza\nBass\n\n\nDamian Kamineth\nDrums\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\n\nDetail\nInformation\n\n\n\n\nEvent\nQueens Lounge Presents: Michael Bester – Now\, Not Yet\n\n\nDate\nWednesday\, 22 April 2026\n\n\nTime\n8:00 PM\n\n\nTickets\nR100 – R200\n\n\nVenue\nQueens Hotel Whisky & Cocktail Lounge (Above iStore)\n\n\n\n\nVenue & Location \nQueens Whisky & Cocktail Lounge\nLocated above iStore in the heart of the city\, The Queens offers an intimate\, sophisticated setting perfect for experiencing original jazz and world-infused music. Enjoy our curated selection of premium whiskies\, signature cocktails\, and a warm\, welcoming atmosphere.
URL:https://queenslounge.co.za/event/michael-bester-now-not-yet-album-live-at-queens-lounge-jazz-at-queens-april-22-2026/
LOCATION:Queens Lounge Cape Town\, Junction\, Dock Rd\, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 8001\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Jazz Evenings
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SUMMARY:World International Jazz Day at Queens Lounge | Van de Geyns\, Mthembu-Salter & Gibson |Jazz At Queens | April 29\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:5World International Jazz Day: The Quartet Returns \nQueens Lounge presents a very special celebration. On Wednesday\, 29 April 2026\, at 8:00 PM—on the eve of World International Jazz Day (30 April)—we welcome back a quartet that completely sold out their previous appearance at The Queens. \nBack by popular demand\, this high-class jazz ensemble returns for an evening of extraordinary music. \nThe Lineup \nFronted by two masterful guitarists and anchored by a legendary rhythm section: \n\n\n\n\nMusician\nInstrument\n\n\n\n\nBen van de Geyn\nGuitar\n\n\nKhaya Mthembu-Salter\nGuitar\n\n\nHein van de Geyn\nDouble Bass\n\n\nKevin Gibson\nDrums\n\n\n\n\nThe Sound: Modern Jazz with Strong Roots \nThis is music of depth\, conversation\, and fire. Expect: \n– Well-shaped melodies—beautifully crafted and emotionally resonant \n– Driving improvisation—adventurous\, dynamic\, and deeply musical \n– Modern jazz that honours its traditions while pushing forward \n– Intimate interplay – Four musicians who listen\, respond\, and create together \nA Global Celebration \nWorld International Jazz Day (30 April) recognizes the universal power of jazz to unite people across cultures. Join us the night before this global celebration for the following: \n– An extremely intimate and sophisticated performance \n– Outstanding South African and international musicians \n– A truly special evening in the heart of Cape Town \nWhy This Night is Special \n\n\n\n\nReason\nDetail\n\n\n\n\nSold-out return\nThis quartet’s previous show was completely sold out\, demand is high\n\n\nWorld Jazz Day eve\nCelebrate the global holiday in an intimate setting\n\n\nRare lineup\nTwo guitarists fronting a quartet is an unusual and compelling configuration\n\n\nInternational calibre\nMusicians performing at the highest level\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\n\nDetail\nInformation\n\n\n\n\nEvent\nQueens Lounge Presents: Van de Geyns\, Mthembu-Salter & Gibson – World International Jazz Day Celebration\n\n\nDate\nWednesday\, 29 April 2026\n\n\nTime\n8:00 PM\n\n\nTickets\nR100 – R200\n\n\nVenue\nQueens Hotel Whisky & Cocktail Lounge (Above iStore)\n\n\n\n\nVenue & Location \nQueens Whisky & Cocktail Lounge\nLocated above iStore in the heart of the city\, The Queens offers an intimate\, sophisticated setting perfect for celebrating World Jazz Day in style. Enjoy our curated selection of premium whiskies\, signature cocktails\, and a warm\, welcoming atmosphere.
URL:https://queenslounge.co.za/event/world-international-jazz-day-at-queens-lounge-van-de-geyns-mthembu-salter-gibson-jazz-at-queens-april-29-2026/
LOCATION:Queens Lounge Cape Town\, Junction\, Dock Rd\, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 8001\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Jazz Evenings
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