Backsberg Picnic Concert Series Part II kicks off the New Year

Backsberg Estate Cellars, in association with kykNET, would like to welcome you back to the farm for part II of their third Picnic Concert Series featuring Robin Auld, Laurie Levine, Francois van Coke, Blues Broers and Die Tuin Dwergies who will have you tapping your toes to their awesome acoustic vibes.

Continually looking for ways to innovate and keep things fresh, Backsberg has added a twist to the series this year; each of the bands is asked to bring along an up and coming band to open for them. Part I of the series saw a glimpse of the future of South African music through acts such as Janie Bay and Shen FM.

The perfect wine to have at these concerts is similarly fresh and innovative. Backsberg produces South Africa’s first wine bottled in PET, Tread Lightly by Backsberg. Ideal for picnics and other outdoor events Backsberg produces a Chenin Blanc, a Sauvignon Blanc and a Merlot in the range. These are all available for purchase at the concerts.

Part II of the series kicks off on 22 January after the short festive season break and runs every Sunday through to 19 February 2012. Pack your umbrella and picnic blankets as kykNET and Backsberg take care of the rest. Patrons can choose to pre-book a Backsberg picnic, or buy one of the famous lamb burgers at the venue.  And, of course, it‘s just better with a glass of Tread Lightly by Backsberg.

Admission to concert venue starts at 15:00, with the opening act starting at 16:00 and the main act at 17:00. For more information

Pre-sale tickets for the concerts and picnics are available from Ticketbreak. Pre-sale tickets are R85 or R170 with a picnic and R100 at the gate. Children under 12 years get in free when accompanied by their parents. The kykNET chair jumping castle and expansive Backsberg lawn to run and play on, ensures that children also have fun while their parents enjoy the music.

Programme

Part II

22 Jan: Robin Auld with The Red Robins opening with special guest Melissa van der Spuy

29 Jan: Die Tuin Dwergies with Southern Gypsey Queen opening

05 Feb: Blues Broers with Rolling Thunder opening

12 Feb: Laurie Levine with Jonathan Tait opening

19 Feb: Francois van Coke with Chris Tait opening

Visit www.backsberg.co.za for more information about the Backsberg wine range.

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