Conduct Unbecoming with Richard Cock

Richard Cock presents this entertaining and anecdote-filled talk on conductors. Richard has been a friend of Vergelegen for many years, and is well known not only for his conducting prowess but also having been the host of Starlight Classics at the estate for the past 2 decades.

According to Richard, “Orchestral conductors work by an amalgam of psychology, magic and a storehouse of knowledge about music, people and how to get the best out of a collection of highly trained, highly individualistic, and highly strung people, all thrown together in a powder-keg that is the orchestra!”.

In his entertaining talk, Richard explores the world of the orchestral conductor, the good, the bad and the ugly, and debunks a few myths along the way.   This hour of fun and laughter will provide fascinating insights about the mystical art of conducting. It is not a talk for the faint hearted – probably best ADULTS ONLY!

Guests will meet for a glass of wine on arrival, followed by the hour-long talk in our cozy library (surrounded by 4500 books) and conclude with a wintry 2-course meal at Stables Restaurant alongside the roaring fireplaces. We are determined not to let the winter weather get us down!

Details:

Date: Thursday, 10 July 2025

Time: 18h00

Cost: R695 per person (includes a glass of Heritage wine on arrival, the talk with Richard Cock and a wintry 2-course meal at Stables)

Place: Vergelegen Library and Stables Restaurant

Tickets go on sale on 27 May and are limited, book early to avoid disappointment!