Rootspring Presents: Ronan Skillen & Ben Badenhorst

Sat Sep 7, 19:00 - Sat Sep 7, 21:00

Rootspring House

ABOUT

Ronan Skillen

Ronan has been exploring a fusion of tabla, percussion and didgeridoo by means of a hybrid percussion kit which he designed. Ronan is inspired by the aesthetic of record label ECM, and music from Mali to Memphis and Mumbai. He’s featured on over 50 albums and has toured the world as a freelance musician 

More info, video, sound: www.ronanskillen.com




Ben Badenhorst

Ben Badenhorst has been playing guitar for 20 years. Ben performs in a number of contexts, and has worked with a veritable who's who of SA music. He produces his own recordings, a unique blend of Maskanda, Jazz, Indian Classical, Progressive Rock, Fusion, Middle Eastern and Avant Garde.

More info, video, sound: www.benbadenhorst.co.za



Ben and Ronan 

Virtuoso Musicians Ben and Ronan team up for a groove inspired collaboration, demonstrating deep dedication to their craft and respect for each other as musicians. Using guitars, bass, tabla, didgeridoo, drums, percussion, loop pedals, fx and a whole lot of listening, this will be a mash-up of tight grooves, far out improvisations, soundscapes and melody. Music for everyone.


Doors open- 18h30

Show starts - 19h00 (Sharp)

Interval - 19h45

Show resumes - 20h00


Pre-booking for food has now ended. There is limited extra food available for sale at the venue, however you are welcome to bring your own supper.


Please also note that we are not licensed to sell alcohol so BRING YOUR OWN BOOZE!

We provide the glasses.

Tea and coffee and snacks will also be on sale.




DIRECTIONS

Rootspring Presents: Ronan Skillen & Ben Badenhorst
Rootspring House
8 Axminster Rd, Muizenberg, Cape Town, 7950, South Africa
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