​Megan-Geoffrey Prins is an internationally acclaimed South African concert pianist. Celebrated for his technical prowess, imaginative interpretation, and captivating sensitivity, Prins enjoys a dynamic career as soloist, chamber musician, and lecturer. For more information, read his bio, listen to his music, or contact him online.

Recent News

Beethoven Triple Concerto LIVE
Performing a live concert with orchestra is a rare opportunity given current circumstances. On 27 November 2021, Prins will join Samson Diamond and Aristide du Plessis in a performance of Beethoven's Concerto for Violin, Cello, and Piano in C major, Op. 56. The trio will collaborate with the Free State Symphony Orchestra in Bloemfontein under the baton of Bernhard Gueller. Strict COVID-19 protocols will be in place. 
Carnival of the Animals with Charl du Plessis and Nataniël
Prins joins Charl du Plessis and Nataniël in an Afrikaans production of Carnival of the Animals featuring a new text composed by Nataniël. This concert is presented by the Aardklop Nasionale Kunstefees. "It's been great fun working with Charl du Plessis and Nataniël," says Prins, "it's not often that I get to laugh out loud while performing!"
Toyota SU Woordfees 2021
In a first for South Africa, the Toyota SU Woordfees 2021 will take place on a television pop-up channel hosted by DStv. The Toyota SU Woordfees is a favourite for Prins. It usually takes place in Stellenbosch, South Africa, but this year it will broadcast in an innovative new format from 1-7 October. Prins will feature in two productions - a solo recital, recorded at the 2020 festival, and a quintet concert with the Amici Quartet, recorded for Concerts Connect in 2020.
Rachmaninov's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini with GPO 
Although concerts are gradually starting to take place in person again, audiences can still watch Prins from the comfort of their home. Starting on 24 September 2021, the Brooklyn Theatre TV platform will stream a symphony concert featuring Prins performing Rachmaninov's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini with the Gauteng Philharmonic Orchestra and Eddie Clayton. More details available here. 
Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans
Megan-Geoffrey Prins has been recognised by the Mail & Guardian as one of 200 young South Africans who have shown resilience and innovation for excellence against the backdrop of the unique and extraneous economic challenges faced globally due to the Covid-19 pandemic. 
Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor with CPO 
From 29 July - 3 August 2021 audiences can stream a pre-recorded performance of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3 with Megan-Geoffrey Prins and the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Bernhard Gueller. This is an online concert that will be streamed through the Quicket platform. Tickets available here (concert no. 4). 
Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major with JPO
Visit the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra's YouTube channel to view a free performance of Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major featuring Prins and conductor Brandon Phillips. The concerto was recorded as part of the JPO's Virtual Spring Symphony Season last year. 
Recital on KykNet
On 30 August at 10:30am, Prins' recital from the Toyota US Woordfees 202o will be broadcast on kykNET (Channel 144 on DStv). The program includes Beethoven's Appassionata sonata, Malcolm Dedman's Four Kinds of Love, Arthur Feder's Finding | Being, and Pletnev's Transcription of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite.
Online Concerts 2020
Our concert halls are closed due to the pandemic, but you can still enjoy a solo recital and chamber music program featuring Prins from the comfort of your home. These concerts are available anywhere in the world. A solo recital is available on the Brooklyn Theatre TV platform from 10 July through August. On 2 August, a live-streamed concert featuring Prins and the Amici Quartet will be streamed through Concerts Connect. Please visit the Upcoming tab of this website for more information. 
Toyota SU Woordfees 2020
Prins will perform twice in Stellenbosch for the 2020 Toyota US Woordfees. on 9 March, he will collaborate with cellist Anmari van der Westhuizen and on 11 March he will perform a recital of solo piano works. More information is available on the Toyota US Woordfees website. 
Beethoven Piano and Cello Sonatas
On 9 February 2020, Megan-Geoffrey Prins and Peter Martens will perform the complete cycle of Beethoven's sonatas for piano and cello. The cycle will be split into two concerts that will take place at the Brooklyn Theatre in Pretoria.
Appointment as Lecturer at UP
Starting January 2020, Megan will serve on the faculty of the University of Pretoria: School of the Arts as full-time lecturer in piano. "It is a privilege to join such a prestigious institution and I look forward to working alongside the highly-esteemed faculty," says Prins.

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