EntertainmentTop European award for New Zealand conductorNZ conductor is the first in the Southern Hemisphere to receive a European cultural award.15 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThrilling finale puts piano to the foreNZ Trio's Spiral promised forward motion and leaps into the unknown, writes William Dart.15 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: The New World, APOAPO percussionist Eric Renick hits all the right notes, writes William Dart.13 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart reviews the latest classical CDsA Century of Song, Volume 2 makes for satisfying listening, writes William Dart.13 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentOpen your mind and heartVirtuoso violinist Karen Gomyo says open your heart and mind for the next NZSO concerts.12 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTakacs Quartet: Surprises captured beautifullyThere was thoughtful, almost curatorial programming afoot in Takacs Quartet's concert.07 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart reviews the latest classical CDsWilliam Dart finds himself longing for the Kronos Quartet to channel Jimi Hendrix.07 Aug 07:40 AM
EntertainmentAudience taken on trip back in timeAtmospheric APO concert the next best thing to being in the Baroque, writes William Dart.06 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentQuartet keeps its music freshAfter more than 40 years Andras Fejer still enjoys membership of famed classical quartet.03 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart reviews the latest classical CDsMozart professed not to like the flute but this CD suggests otherwise, writes William Dart28 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentKeys to the futureClassical music and virtual reality - now in a concert hall near you thanks to APRA winner28 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentSolo recital brings chamber music northChamber music concerts performed around NZ head north when pianist Jian Liu visits town.27 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: APO Ibragimova ReturnsThe APO's <i>Ibragimova Returns</i> was ample reward for the expectation.25 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentDiva heads downunderOpera lovers are in for a rare treat when two singing superstars visit later this year.25 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentSpaniard wins hearts and mindsLeonie Holmes' Frond set the NZSO's concert off to an atmospheric start.24 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMusic creates childhood world of fun and fantasyNZ composer Leonie Holmes' evocative childhood scene Frond opens the NZSO in concert.21 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart reviews latest classical CDsWilliam Dart finds new classical CD compilations give composers long due acknowledgement.21 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNYO players deliver wit and wonderTonight the NZSO National Youth Orchestra delivered a particularly clever programme.17 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentPassion to fore in tragic operaThere was no shortage of passion in Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra's presentation.16 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNZSO youth orchestra ready to stun in performanceNext generation composers and musicians showcased in NZSO classical concert.13 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentString quartet has 'off' nightMusicians have off nights; let's hope Sigiswald Kuijken fares better, writes William Dart10 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart reviews the latest classical CDsA tribute to Richard Nunns, this CD makes for compulsive listening, writes William Dart.09 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentIntrepid British make for bold showNZ Symphony Orchestra's concert showcases British music on the eve of the final test09 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentRevolution hovers in APO airAn evening of Ligeti, Shostakovich and Beethoven with the Auckland Philharmonia.09 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThe power and passion of PucciniThe work that made composer Puccini's name will star in APO's annual Opera in Concert.09 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMusical landscape brought into focusGillian Whitehead herself provided key to Auckland Chamber Orchestra's Matariki concert.03 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentHarry Potter in concert was musical magicThe APO did a stellar job of bringing the magic of Harry Potter alive.03 Jul 03:00 AM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart reviews latest classical CDsAmbitious tenor comes up with a new twist on Mahler's song cycle, writes William Dart.30 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentPercussionist hits the right notes in praise of NZ musicColin Currie, one of the world's top percussionists,couldn't be happier playing Auckland.29 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTakapuna treated to sparkling playingAPO's engaging Sacred and Profane neighbourhood concerts deserve packed pews.27 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentSultry and sensual, NZ Opera's Carmen is opera at its bestSensual and sexy, NZ Opera's Carmen is a first-rate production, writes William Dart.25 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart reviews the latest classical CDsUS diva Grace Bumbry marks her 80th birthday with an exquisite CD set, writes William Dart22 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentConductor's bond with community orchestrasFrom the concert halls of Europe to South Auckland, conductor Tianyi Lu is one to watch.21 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentRomantic works deserved more fanfareThe New Zealand Symphony Orchestra deserved a fuller house on Friday night.18 Jun 05:00 PM
