
Chris Van Der West
Piano, Harp and Music Theory
Chris Van der West is a classically trained pianist and jazz enthusiast with a passion for musical direction and accompanying cabaret, jazz, and pop singers. He has performed on tours, arts festivals, and TV and radio as a musical director and accompanist for top South African vocalists. After five years as musical director for Barnyard Theatres, Chris toured internationally, performing in Holland, Australia, Hong Kong, Macau, and Dubai. In addition to piano, Chris plays the Celtic harp and hurdy-gurdy, specializing in Celtic and medieval music, showcasing his unique versatility as a musician.
