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South African orchestra's world concert series features American conductor

Johannesburg in the news:

  1. South African orchestra's world concert series features American conductor: Robert Moody, American guest conductor, leads a rehearsal with the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra, ahead of June 12 and June 13 … – Google Alert – Johannesburg
  2. Bulls dash Lions hopes of reaching fourth straight final: The Johannesburg-based Lions needed one point from the last match of the regular season at Loftus Versfeld stadium in Pretoria to secure a … – Google Alert – Johannesburg
  3. Raymond Louw, wife Jean celebrated during joint funeral service: Their joint funeral service was held at the St. Columba Presbyterian Church in Parkview, Johannesburg on Friday. The two would have celebrated 70 … – Google Alert – Johannesburg
  4. Man arrested for killing metre taxi driver in EC: JOHANNESBURG – A 27-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the killing of a 39-year-old metred taxi driver in the Eastern Cape. – Google Alert – Johannesburg
  5. 'Under 18s can't be in shebeens' – Cele to Yeoville community on fighting crime: JOHANNESBURG – After hearing residents complain about inadequate policing in Yeoville, Police Minister Bheki Cele said the Saps will do better. – Google Alert – Johannesburg

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The Rand Club: Architecture

The architecture of the Rand Club is a masterclass in colonial opulence and psychological intimidation. Its most famous feature is the main bar, which, at 31 meters long, was for decades rumored to be the longest bar in Africa (and by some accounts, the Southern Hemisphere). It was designed so that a man could walk in, find a spot at the counter, and conduct a million-pound deal without ever having to wait for a drink. The building also features a magnificent Victorian birdcage elevator, a massive stained-glass dome that floods the central staircase with light, and a library that houses one of the most significant private collections of Africana literature and maps in existence.