I can distinctly remember the first time I saw Nataniël on stage in Bloemfontein’s Sand du Plessis Theatre and how fascinating and funny I found him. I must have been 14 years old and instantly became a fan. I even remember getting home that night and repeating his stories verbatim to my parents. The highlight of every...
Charl du Plessis
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In May 2019 I visited the Steinway factory in Hamburg, Germany, to choose a new model C-227 grand piano for the Atterbury Theatre in Pretoria. On the day of the selection I coincidentally received an invitation from German pianist Joja Wendt to perform as guest artist in his concerts at the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg...
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Finally. My first solo album is out. For most people a solo endeavour like this one might seem pretty straight forward, but it was very much a group effort and I owe my gratitude to so many who have helped me create this. It took me years to find a project or repertoire I...
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It is quite hard to make an upgrade. As I am writing this on a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town I am more than aware of how sometimes the leap to the next level seems impossible. The Atterbury Theatre is one of Pretoria’s most successful theatres with a wide selection of Afrikaans and...
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Geeks. Nerds. They are the people who make the world turn, computers work and aeroplanes fly. I have been keeping it a secret that on a deeper level of consciousness I have always dreamt of being one. Let me explain: I think nerds are passionate about something that involves great detail and they try...
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Almost two years ago I decided to have my hair cut short and colour it dark brown. This was the first time ever I felt the urge to make such a radical change to my appearance. The reason was mainly a strong desire for something new. Comments started pouring in and boy oh boy...
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As I am writing this, I am looking out into my garden. After a recent visit by my mother my very well-established garden had a major upgrade. This came in the form of vast amounts of plants and bushes being ripped out and fresh new members being welcomed into the soil. One more significant...
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At the start of every project there is that shiny, glossy new feel to it. Bright with promise and opportunity. At the end it sometimes has a more aged and withered demeanor, which can be equally appealing and speak of good memories made and a deserving effort. At the end of each calendar year...
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Our long time friend and producer of 3 albums Peter Auret joined the Charl du Plessis Trio as our new drummer following in the dedicated footsteps of Hugo Radyn. Peter is well known as a drummer and recording engineer with his own SUMO STUDIOS in Johannesburg, South Africa. He has had many SAMA nominations...
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For 11 uninterrupted years I have had the pleasure and fortune to work with drummer Hugo Radyn. As I write this, I am sitting in the recording studios of the Czech National Symphony Orchestra in Prague. The somber weather outside suits my mood as the departure of this musical force from my life leaves...
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