La Motte Classical Music Concert Summer 2026/2027 Series - December

Saturday, 5 December, 2026 Saturday, 12 December, 2026
La Motte
TIME:    17h00
COST:    R350
VENUE:    La Motte Wine Estate
Franschhoek
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Inspired by the owner and well-known mezzo-soprano, Hanneli Rupert’s love for classical music, the programme of monthly concerts includes an exceptional variety of acclaimed international and applauded local artists, seasonal themes and a warm invitation to enjoy La Motte’s winelands hospitality.

Inspired by owner and well-known mezzo-soprano, Hanneli Rupert’s love for classical music, the programme of monthly concerts includes an exceptional variety of acclaimed international and applauded local artists, seasonal themes and a warm invitation to enjoy La Motte’s winelands hospitality.

Guests are welcome to enjoy a glass of wine and some light refreshments in the estate gardens between 17:00 and 18:00. Concert are presented from La Motte’s renovated Parshuis or Historic Red Wine Cellar and starts promptly at 18:00. Please note that seating is not reserved.

Make the most of your visit to the Franschhoek Valley and stay for dinner at the estate’s L’Ami Family Brasserie, a short stroll away from the concert venue. A special concert and dinner package is available at R945 and entails a concert ticket as well as a three-course menu with a glass of wine from the La Motte Classic Collection. (Other drinks and gratuity excluded). Bookings can be made via Dineplan. Please click here.

5 December – Blake Pouliet (violin) & François du Toit (piano)

An exceptional start to the festive season at La Motte with Canadian violinist, Blake Pouliet and popular local pianist, François du Toit. “A tenacious young artist with a passion that enraptures his audience in every performance, Pouliot has established himself as one of those special talents that comes along once in a lifetime.” (Toronto Star).

Bookings online

12 December – Christmas at La Motte with Brittany Smith (Soprano) and Esthea Kruger (Piano)

In the spirit of Christmas, this voice-and-piano concert traces the story of Christmas through a selection of art songs, from the anticipation of Christmas to the wonder of the Nativity and the joyful proclamation of Christ’s birth. Featuring the timeless works of composers such as Strauss, Sibelius, Saint-Saëns, Massenet and Fauré, the programme invites audience members to marvel at the magic of Christmas and experience the spirit of the festive season – one of hope, peace and light.

Bookings online