# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Michael Bester Trio
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 16 Nov, 2026 at 06:30 pm (+02:00)
- **Event Description**: Michael Bester is a prominent South African guitarist, composer, songwriter, producer, and musical director known for his work in jazz, contemporary music, film soundtracks, and session playing across various genres. 

Tickets R205pp (show only)
Fri & Sat 18h30 for 19h00 (kitchen orders close at 19h00)
Sun 18h00 for 18h30 (kitchen orders close at 18h30)
*Live Music Starts AFTER Dinner Service is completed*
Dinner, Dessert and Drinks available
Fully Licensed, BYOB not permitted
Any Food / Beverage Not permitted unless by prior arrangement
Card / Cash (preferred) Payment
15% Service Fee Charged

More on the Artist

He studied jazz guitar at the University of Cape Town (UCT), where he is now a lecturer. He later completed a Master's Degree in Contemporary Music Performance and Production at Berklee College of Music in Valencia. He has studied jazz guitar in New York City, and performed in cities across the US, UK, Shanghai, and South Africa.

Bester was a member of the iconic pop-jazz group Mango Groove from 2009 to 2015 and has served as a session guitarist for major festivals and television shows, including ‘The Voice SA’, 'Noot vir Noot', 'Idols SA', 'Strictly Come Dancing', and 'Clash of the Choirs'. 

Notable performances include the Standard Bank Jazz Festival in Makhanda (2018-2020), the RMB Starlight Classics in Cape Town (2020-2026). 

As a composer, he released his debut solo album Now, Not Yet in 2019, which explores a fusion of jazz, rock, folk, and world music. His collaborations include work with South African artists such as Lira, Loyiso Bala., Hugh Masekela, Zolani Mahola, Dan Shout, Nomfundo Xaluva, Schalk Joubert and Buddy Wells. 

Awards include the 2013 SAFTA (South African Film and Television Award) for Best Film Soundtrack (Semi-Soet) and the 2008 SAMRO Overseas Scholarship for Instrumentalists.

Michael Bester presents his energetic trio featuring Jono Sweetman on drumkit and Wesley Rustin on double bass, playing original compositions mixed with jazz, world, blues and rock-inspired arrangements designed to push the limit of the guitar trio format.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cape-town/michael-bester-trio/200030744389228
- **Event Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Festivals, Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Cape Town
- **state**: WC
- **country**: South Africa
- **location**: 20 Alma Rd, Rosebank, 7700 Cape Town, South Africa
- **lat**: -33.95397
- **long**: 18.47454
- **full address**: 20 Alma Rd, Rosebank, 7700 Cape Town, South Africa, 20 Alma Rd, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Michael Bester Trio being held?
  - **A:** Michael Bester Trio takes place on Mon, 16 Nov, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Mon, 16 Nov, 2026 at 06:30 pm at 20 Alma Rd, Rosebank, 7700 Cape Town, South Africa, 20 Alma Rd, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Michael Bester Trio?
  - **A:** Michael Bester Trio is organized by The Alma Cafe.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Michael Bester Trio is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cape Town, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Michael Bester Trio sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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