Princeton University Concerts presents Abel Selaocoe, Cello

Part of the Princeton University Concerts (PUC) Performances Up Close series, audience is seated onstage alongside the musicians in an hour-long program.

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 new works by visionary composers Michel van der Aa and Ben Nobuto, 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.

Presented in collaboration with African Music Ensemble