Latest from Classical Music
William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's Beethoven 5 captivates audiences
REVIEW: The concert was so popular, it was scheduled for two consecutive nights.
William Dart review: How Auckland Philharmonia captivated with Handel and Tippett
REVIEW: Handel's Water Music echoed its 1717 premiere with lively, rhythmic energy.
Letters: Question of arming police on duty raised again
OPINION: 'All police on duty should be armed for their safety.'
A sour note: Is the airline industry waging war on musicians?
'I find travelling more stressful than performing on stage.'
William Dart: The enduring magic of Handel's Messiah captivates Auckland audience
Auckland Choral's 'Messiah' unites with powerful arias and rousing choruses.
William Dart: Bach Musica delights with joyful Christmas Oratorio
Rita Paczian has always been a woman on a mission.
Gisborne hosts NZTrio's Triptych 3: Untamed Hope concert next weekend
Somi Kim returns to Gisborne with NZTrio's unique concert series.
NZSO's stunning performance: From Mars to Neptune, a night to remember
NZSO dazzles with 'The Planets' and Elgar's Violin Concerto at Auckland Town Hall.
Beatles ‘64 | Official Trailer
Produced by Martin Scorsese and offering an insight into Beatlemania, David Tedeschi's new documentary is streaming on Disney+ from November 29. Video / Disney+
William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia takes audience on 'Romantic Journey'
William Dart reviews Auckland Philharmonia's showcase of Tchaikovsky’s wizardry,
William Dart review: NZSO pianist 'swoon-inducing' at Auckland Town Hall
OPINION: This was no random triple course of overture, concerto and symphony.
William Dart: Auckland Philharmonia’s magnificent salute to a maestro
The concert pays memorable tribute to celebrated Sir Andrew Davis.
William Dart review: NZSO performs Puccini potpourri
Verdi’s overture to La Forza del Destino was a stirring launch under Jose Luis Gomez.
William Dart review: Verdi Meets Puccini classy musical equivalent of brag book
The Triumphal March and Temple Scene from Verdi’s Aida made a suitably grand launch.
William Dart review: Heady delights from Auckland Philharmonia
OPINION: Two hours of life-affirming joy and stylish elegance at Auckland Town Hall.
William Dart review: Auckland Chamber Orchestra at Raye Freedman Arts Centre
OPINION: ACO's 'Bagatelles' concert was a top-notch evening of chamber music.
William Dart review: NZSO's marine-themed Auckland concert
REVIEW: Nielsen’s Helios Overture was an inspired launch for the NZSO's La Mer concert.
William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia’s Vengerov & Sibelius
Reviewing Auckland Philharmonia’s recent concert at the Auckland Town Hall.
Say farewell to winter and warm up at these Auckland events
There are five great reasons to get out and about in Auckland before August ends.
Erica Stanford plays the bassoon in the Grand Hall
Erica Stanford playing the bassoon in the Grand Hall at Parliament with her education adviser Emma Chatterton on the piano.
William Dart review: Tristan und Isolde at Auckland Town Hall
OPINION: The billboards have haunted the city, doubtlessly contributing to a full house.
William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia at Auckland Town Hall
OPINION: An evening of superlative music making.
Sergeant Pepper’s' Tribute: Kiwi Supergroup with Orchestra
Kiwi supergroup honors 'Sergeant Pepper’s' with orchestral brilliance in NZ. Featuring The Phoenix Foundation and solo stars! Video / Michael Craig
Gisborne welcomes world-renowned pianist Luu Hong Quang this Sunday
This will be his first time performing in Gisborne.
William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia at Auckland Town Hall
OPINION: This might well be the pinnacle of this year’s Bayleys Great Classics series.
William Dart review: Le comte Ory at the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
OPINION: The key to NZ Opera’s sparkling Le comte Ory lies with conductor Brad Cohen.
Auckland Philharmonia trumpet triumph
OPINION: Auckland Philharmonia prove contemporary music is not box office poison.