Orchestra conductor and architect, Ofentse Pitse is the first black South African woman to own and lead an all-black orchestra, she is said to be a pioneering force in the orchestral world. Her global recognition soared when she orchestrated Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You" for a Netflix project celebrating the 20th anniversary of the song, featuring an all-women ensemble. Simultaneously, she reimagined 2Face's "African Queen" for a Netflix Africa promo, showcasing her versatile musical prowess. Just last week Ofentse was the conductor of the 2nd Red Bull Symphonic alongside Kabza De Small.

Orchestra conductor and architect, Ofentse Pitse is the first black South African woman to own and lead an all-black orchestra, she is said to be a pioneering force in the orchestral world. Her global recognition soared when she orchestrated Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You" for a Netflix project celebrating the 20th anniversary of the song, featuring an all-women ensemble. Simultaneously, she reimagined 2Face's "African Queen" for a Netflix Africa promo, showcasing her versatile musical prowess. Just last week Ofentse was the conductor of the 2nd Red Bull Symphonic alongside Kabza De Small.

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The Best of 702 Weekend Breakfast

There's only one way to celebrate the weekend wakeup and 702 serves up the perfect accompaniment via the radio!

There's only one way to celebrate the weekend wakeup and 702 serves up the perfect accompaniment via the radio!

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