EntertainmentClassical review: Demidenko exhibits his dynamic masteryNikolai Demidenko playing Rachmaninov's Second Piano Concerto was doubtlessly the reason for Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra's full Town Hall on Thursday and, as one expected, his uber-pianist status was effortlessly confirmed.02 Aug 05:30 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: Stier channels Schoenberg vision perfectlyThe popular misconception has always been that Schoenberg's music is box office poison.26 Jul 05:30 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: Philharmonia's stairway to heavenThe pathway to James Ehnes' superlative Elgar Violin Concerto was a beguiling one.31 May 05:47 AM
EntertainmentClassical review: APO's historical snapshot catches hope and faith of a soul-testing timeAuckland Philharmonia Orchestra's Splendour series has taken a slightly different approach from previous years.17 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandGrants purse increasing to $14mAucklanders' rates have given a $46 million boost to 10 rescue, safety, arts and cultural groups in the past four years and a further $14 million gift is proposed for the 2013-14 year.17 Jan 04:30 PM
EntertainmentConcert Review: Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, Auckland Town HallThe orchestra's second <i>Inspired by Bach</i> concert on Thursday dispensed a flurry of fugues, with toccatas and chorales on the side.16 Jul 02:15 AM
EntertainmentConcert Review: Topp Twins and the APO at Civic TheatreJools and Lynda Topp's Pakuranga Bowling Club alter egos almost brought the Civic's roof down.24 Jun 05:30 PM
EntertainmentConcert Review: Michael Hill International Violin Competition, Town HallA week ago, 18 hopeful young violinists were in Queenstown, contesting the elimination rounds of the Michael Hill International Violin Competition; on Saturday night, three were vying for top honours.12 Jun 05:30 PM
