ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Fantastique! concert casts a spell with devilry and dazzling musicianshipREVIEW: Pierre Bleuse shaped Berlioz' Symphonie Fantastique with electrifying clarity.19 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentMusic legend swaps rock n roll lifestyle for school runs and symphonyJon Toogood speaks to Mike Thorpe on life beyond Shihad.15 Oct 06:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Teen violinist Chloe Chua stuns Auckland Town Hall with Philharmonia debutConductor Shiyeon Sung led with precision through symphonic surges and wit.28 Sep 06:08 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartNZ Opera's The Monster in the Maze reviewed: A chilling Minotaur retelling21 Sep 06:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart: NZSO's Enchanted concerts showcase bold classics amid mixed reviews17 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandWinners of the Michael Hill International Violin Competition pay tributeWatch29 Jul 04:42 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartAuckland Philharmonia's Nightscapes enchants with Strauss and Schoenberg13 Jul 05:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's La Traviata impresses full house06 Jul 05:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's Beethoven 5 captivates audiences29 Jun 05:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: How Auckland Philharmonia captivated with Handel and Tippett15 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Why Auckland's latest Philharmonia concert was unforgettableUkrainian pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk dazzled with Prokofiev's Third Concerto.18 May 04:24 AM
OpinionWilliam DartAuckland Philharmonia dazzles with six-composer Mozart concertOPINION: Mozart's Jupiter Symphony finale blended nobility and high spirits perfectly.04 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentRNZ Ballet's The Firebird makes a triumphant return Principal dancer Ana Gallardo Lobaina says The Firebird is relevant in a 'scary' world. 18 Apr 08:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartReview: Auckland Philharmonia’s Enigma concert relives rich musical memoriesREVIEW: Scottish composer’s work thrills fresh from London debut.03 Apr 02:49 AM
EntertainmentFontaines D.C guitarist Carlos O’Connell talks music, Ireland and inspirationsFontaines D.C guitarist Carlos O’Connell sat down with Emma Gleason before their incendiary show at Spark Arena. Video / Ben DickensWatch13 Mar 01:23 AM
New ZealandNewcomers welcome as Gisborne choir rehearsals resume'Deja vu': Gisborne choir to restart rehearsals for Mozart masterpiece.30 Jan 12:59 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Question of arming police on duty raised againOPINION: 'All police on duty should be armed for their safety.'05 Jan 04:00 PM
Travel newsA sour note: Is the airline industry waging war on musicians?'I find travelling more stressful than performing on stage.'29 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart: The enduring magic of Handel's Messiah captivates Auckland audienceAuckland Choral's 'Messiah' unites with powerful arias and rousing choruses.17 Dec 12:51 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart: Bach Musica delights with joyful Christmas OratorioRita Paczian has always been a woman on a mission.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne hosts NZTrio's Triptych 3: Untamed Hope concert next weekendSomi Kim returns to Gisborne with NZTrio's unique concert series.04 Dec 09:42 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartNZSO's stunning performance: From Mars to Neptune, a night to rememberNZSO dazzles with 'The Planets' and Elgar's Violin Concerto at Auckland Town Hall.28 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBeatles ‘64 | Official TrailerProduced by Martin Scorsese and offering an insight into Beatlemania, David Tedeschi's new documentary is streaming on Disney+ from November 29. Video / Disney+Watch28 Nov 02:12 AM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia takes audience on 'Romantic Journey'William Dart reviews Auckland Philharmonia's showcase of Tchaikovsky’s wizardry,24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: NZSO pianist 'swoon-inducing' at Auckland Town HallOPINION: This was no random triple course of overture, concerto and symphony.17 Nov 02:14 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart: Auckland Philharmonia’s magnificent salute to a maestroThe concert pays memorable tribute to celebrated Sir Andrew Davis.12 Nov 04:13 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: NZSO performs Puccini potpourriVerdi’s overture to La Forza del Destino was a stirring launch under Jose Luis Gomez.28 Oct 03:02 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Verdi Meets Puccini classy musical equivalent of brag bookThe Triumphal March and Temple Scene from Verdi’s Aida made a suitably grand launch.02 Oct 04:04 AM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Heady delights from Auckland PhilharmoniaOPINION: Two hours of life-affirming joy and stylish elegance at Auckland Town Hall.15 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Chamber Orchestra at Raye Freedman Arts CentreOPINION: ACO's 'Bagatelles' concert was a top-notch evening of chamber music.08 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: NZSO's marine-themed Auckland concertREVIEW: Nielsen’s Helios Overture was an inspired launch for the NZSO's La Mer concert.01 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia’s Vengerov & SibeliusReviewing Auckland Philharmonia’s recent concert at the Auckland Town Hall.25 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleSay farewell to winter and warm up at these Auckland eventsThere are five great reasons to get out and about in Auckland before August ends.24 Aug 11:45 PM
