{"id":1802,"date":"2025-11-09T09:37:58","date_gmt":"2025-11-09T07:37:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=171778"},"modified":"2025-11-09T09:37:58","modified_gmt":"2025-11-09T07:37:58","slug":"classics-on-turf-made-possible-by-telkom-captivates-cape-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/classics-on-turf-made-possible-by-telkom-captivates-cape-town\/","title":{"rendered":"Classics on Turf Made Possible by Telkom Captivates Cape Town"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n
\n

Table of Contents<\/p>\n

<\/svg><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n

Cape Town, South Africa<\/strong> \u2014 The harmonious fusion of sport and symphony found new expression as Classics on Turf made possible by Telkom<\/em> following its Cape Town debut, enchanting audiences with a day of refined golfing leisure and an evening of transcendent music.<\/p>\n

After three unforgettable years in Johannesburg, this signature experience, where the timeless elegance of golf meets the emotive power of classical music, arrived in the Western Cape for the first time. Hosted at the prestigious Steenberg Golf Club<\/strong> and the iconic Norval Foundation<\/strong>, the event unfolded as a celebration of excellence, artistry, and connection.<\/p>\n

Professional golfers and amateurs alike gathered on Steenberg\u2019s immaculate course for a day defined by grace and camaraderie. The Beyond the Greens<\/em> golf clinic welcomed those new to the sport, while seasoned players enjoyed a full round of eighteen holes.<\/p>\n

As the sun descended behind the Constantia mountains, the event transformed into an evening of musical splendour. Under the baton of the acclaimed conductor Kutlwano Masote<\/strong>, the orchestra filled the Norval Foundation with stirring melodies. The performance brought together the artistry of jazz virtuoso Paul Hanmer<\/strong> and opera soprano Lynelle Kenned<\/strong> in a seamless musical dialogue that traversed genres and emotions. The result was a performance that embodied the spirit of collaboration and unity that Classics on Turf<\/em> represents.<\/p>\n

\u201cTelkom steps into this space not as a spectator, but as the force that connects it all, where key conversations flow as seamlessly as the music, and where culture sets the stage for stronger partnerships and meaningful growth,\u201d said Gugu Mthembu<\/strong>, Chief Marketing Officer at Telkom.<\/p>\n

Telkom\u2019s role as the connectivity collaborator was demonstrated vividly through an AI-powered music generator that invited guests to participate in the creation of an entirely new composition. Using their mobile devices, audience members responded to prompts about their mood and musical preferences. These inputs were translated into a live orchestral score, composed and performed in the evening moments after the new composition was printed onto paper and distributed to an expectant orchestra.<\/p>\n

The moment transformed the latent creative potential of the room into a sonic composition that captured both human emotion and digital capability, the marriage of a heritage art and machine aided innovation. It was a powerful illustration of how technology can enable shared creativity and amplify the beauty of collective expression.<\/p>\n

\u201cBeyond the stage and the fairway, Classics on Turf reflects our investment in experiences that resonate with communities, talent, and key strategic partners. It is a stage where the value of talent, creativity, and collaboration come to life, showing how Telkom continues to innovate while driving both cultural impact and business opportunity.\u201d concluded Gugu Mthembu.<\/p>\n

Event Director Mqondisi Gumede<\/strong> described Classics on Turf<\/em> as \u201ca living celebration of the power of sport and symphony and connection. Participation in the challenge of sports makes us feel so much more alive and music reminds us that South African creativity has no bounds. We are both proud and privileged that in Telkom we have a grand collaborator that sees the possibility in every guest, every note, and every swing, where possibility is not just imagined but orchestrated together for a memorable experience.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Cape Town edition was enriched through the participation of key stakeholders from media to strategic partners <\/strong>, who joined as a valued collaborator. Our media partners ignited strong listener engagement and made the day more accessible through on-air competitions that brought Cape Town audiences closer to the event. Several radio and social media winners were among the distinguished guests at Steenberg and Norval Foundation, where they shared in the day\u2019s unique atmosphere of artistry and connection. As the journey continues to Johannesburg, consumers in Gauteng can look forward to hearing more about the next chapter across our social media platforms and radio stations.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Johannesburg Encore<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The Classics on Turf<\/em> journey continues in Johannesburg<\/strong> on 14 November 2025<\/strong>, when the series returns to the Killarney Country Club<\/strong>. Guests can look forward to:<\/p>\n