Classical
Lilburn project: Robert Hoskins and Rod Biss
We explore the piano music of Douglas Lilburn with Robert Hoskins and Rod Biss. Audio
When's a tuba not a tuba?
We explore the mysterious musical instrument that is the Wagner Tuba with Orchestra Wellington's Euan Harvey and Dillon Mayhew. Audio
War and Peace at heart of festival
War and peace is at the heart of a new music and arts festival coming to the North Island. Audio
Review: Brodsky Quartet
Brodsky Quartet returns to New Zealand with a new member. Elizabeth Kerr was at the Michael Fowler Centre last night. Audio
Review: Benjamin Morrison with the CSO a triumph
For many in Saturday night’s Christchurch audience, this concert was all about the return of Benjamin (Ben) Morrison and Korngold’s Violin Concerto. And that part of the programme certainly emerged as…
Emotional return to Town Hall for violinist
Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra's first violinist Benjamin Morrison was just five years old when he stepped onto the stage at the Christchurch Town Hall. This weekend is his return with the Christchurch… Audio
The untold story of a great pianist
Documentary The Eulogy is an “epic tale and musical legacy of one of the greatest pianists Australia never really knew”. Director Janine Hosking delves into the life of Geoffrey Tozer. Video, Audio
A few firsts for visiting pianist
There’s a first for everything and for visiting Russian pianist Denis Kozhukhin there will be a whole bunch when he tours the country with the NZSO over the coming weeks Audio
APO gets revolting with Rhymes
The work of Roald Dahl is being given an orchestral twist by the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra this weekend. Revolting Rhymes and music from Matilda will be performed by Elise McCann. She answers a… Video
Kāpiti violinist an unsuspecting viral star
A Kāpiti Coast busking violinist has unexpectedly become a viral star. It shows 23-year-old Richard Taylor performing a piece by Bach outside Coastlands Shopping Centre in Paraparaumu.
All about the bass
It's all about the bass for Eric Scholes when he performs with NZ Barok this weekend. Audio
Lloyd Scott’s five faves
Former RNZ presenter, actor and all round good-guy Lloyd Scott drops by to choose a few favourite tunes and tells us about new musical film Upstage. Video, Audio
Female composers make up half of SOUNZ Composer Sessions for 2019
SOUNZ Centre for New Zealand Music has announced eight composers whose work will be performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in July.
Children to perform new composition with Orchestra Wellington
Child musicians in Arohanui Strings will have the opportunity to perform a brand new work created for them by composer Claire Scholes Audio
A new musical pathway at Christchurch Men’s Prison
Music filled the halls at Christchurch Men’s prison yesterday. It was performed by a combination of visiting professionals and inmates.
Diversity front and centre for Auckland Sinfonietta
Auckland is a diverse city and that is reflected by the Auckland Sinfonietta through its conductor, soloists, players and repertoire. Audio
The “sex, drugs and rock & roll” of classical music
Orchestra Wellington is putting the “sex, drugs and rock & roll” of classical music front and centre this weekend. Audio
Nota Bene bringing the passion to St John Passion
Wellington based choir Nota Bene will bring the passion to Bach’s St John Passion this weekend. Conductor Peter Walls explains the significance of the piece. Audio
Sol3 Mio's Amitai Pati and soprano Isabella Moore show what the voice can do
Sol3 Mio’s Amitai Pati and soprano Isabella Moore are showing what their voices can do in a soirée marking the opening of a space at the Auckland Opera Studio. Audio
Taranaki to host rising star
The Taranaki Symphony Orchestra is hosting Australian violinist Emmalena Huning who is making her international debut this weekend. Audio