About
Connie Bentlage is a saxophonist and Keyboard player with 30 years of stage experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Music from the University of the Witwatersrand. A career highlight includes performing at Nelson Mandela's 80th birthday alongside Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, and Nina Simone, and opening for Joe Cocker with Neill Solomon. She has also performed for South African presidents on several occasions. Her versatile repertoire spans Jazz, Classics, Pop, Rock, Amapiano, and Afrojazz, making her equally at home at weddings, private parties, corporate functions, and theatre productions. Connie has musically directed several stage productions including (Barnyard Theatre and and Richard Loring's Sound Stage), bringing both depth and professionalism to every performance. Known for her dynamic stage presence and sultry sound, Connie delivers polished entertainment that suits any occasion. Whether as a soloist or in a band setting, she brings sophistication and energy to events across Gauteng and beyond.
Past events & performances
1. Playing for President Ramapoza on his birthday at a business event (2025) 2. Opening of the Luxx Hotel in Sandton (2025) 3. Performing at the Country Awards (2025)
Services offered
Background / Ambient
R 5 000Soft background music for cocktail hours, networking events or dinners
Cocktail hour set
R 5 000Live performance during drinks reception or pre-dinner socialising
Featured / Headline set
R 7 000Full headline performance with full audience attention
Wedding ceremony & reception
R 7 000Covers ceremony music through to reception entertainment
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