Abel Selaocoe is a boundary-breaking South African cellist who’s redefining what classical music can be. This remarkable artist moves effortlessly between musical worlds, weaving together Western classical traditions with the rich musical heritage of Africa. He released his second album, Hymns of Bantu, this past spring, and at Caramoor Selaocoe will perform a program that includes New York premieres of new Caramoor co-commissions by Michel van der Aa, Ben Nobuto, and Selaocoe himself, as well as works by Colin Alexander and Kit Downes and excerpts from Bach cello suites. His passion for making classical music accessible to everyone shines through in every note. Prepare for a concert that will challenge your expectations and open your ears to new possibilities.

Abel Selaocoe, cello

The Rosen House at Caramoor

The Buoyancy Band is led by German pianist/composer, Pablo Held. It's an exciting new band that has four of Europe's top players: Percy Pursglove on trumpet and flugelhorn, Kit Downes on Hammond organ and Leif Berger on drums.

Kit Downes

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Oct 5, 2025

Abel Selaocoe, cello · Caramoor

Sep 12, 2024

Pablo Held and the Buoyancy Band · Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

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