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Abel Selaocoe, Cello
Princeton University Concerts Debut
When
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 | 6PM (Available) & 9PM (Sold Out)
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Where
Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall
Tickets
General: $43 | Student: $11 | Princeton University Student: Free through Passport to the Arts.
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In a classical music industry that encourages performers to be either/or, Selaocoe has chosen both — and more.”
—The New York Times
Performances Up Close
About the Event
Join international cello sensation Abel Selaocoe on stage for an intimate encounter with one of the most thrilling forces in contemporary music. In his highly anticipated Princeton University Concerts debut, Selaocoe defies musical boundaries, blending classical cello with the traditions of his South African roots, throat singing, and uncontainable joy. His program features a new work co-commissioned by PUC by visionary composer Michel van der Aa alongside Selaocoe’s own innovative fusion of global musical traditions. With an infectious exuberance that’s captivating audiences worldwide, Selaocoe is redefining classical music. Don’t miss this chance to witness his extraordinary artistry up close.
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Abel Selaocoe Cello
Join international cello sensation Abel Selaocoe on stage for an intimate encounter with one of the most thrilling forces in contemporary music. In his highly anticipated Princeton University Concerts debut, Selaocoe defies musical boundaries, blending classical cello with the traditions of his South African roots, throat singing, and uncontainable joy. His program features a new work co-commissioned by PUC by visionary composer Michel van der Aa alongside Selaocoe’s own innovative fusion of global musical traditions. With an infectious exuberance that’s captivating audiences worldwide, Selaocoe is redefining classical music. Don’t miss this chance to witness his extraordinary artistry up close.
Musicians
Abel Selaocoe Cello
Program
- Sit On Stage!
An hour-long concert with audience seated onstage. The program includes several world premieres—including Entanglements, a collaborative piece by Selaocoe and Michel Van der Aa inspired by the poetry of South African poets Ingrid Jonker and Lesego Rampolokeng.
- Abel Selaocoe
Tsohle Tsohle
- Abel Selaocoe/Giovanni Sollima
Pula/Lamentatio
- Abel Selaocoe
Sefako/Nagula
- Joseph Dall’Abaco (6PM)
Caprice No.3 in E-flat Major
- J.S. Bach (9PM)
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: IV. Sarabande
- Abel Selaocoe/Michel Van der Aa
Entanglements co-commissioned by Princeton University Concerts
- Abel Selaocoe
Ka Bohaleng
