ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Bach Musica at the Auckland Town HallWilliam Dart: A spectacular launch for Bach Musica NZ’s final 2023 concert11 Dec 12:15 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: APO at the Auckland Town HallAPO launched its Beethoven’s Violin concert with a home-grown stunner.26 Nov 04:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra - Bayleys Great ClassicsLanguorous emotional outpourings were the order of the evening.19 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWilliam DartReview: APO explores spectacular sonic worlds of Mahler and WagnerOPINION: The conductor stamped his distinctive mark on the performance.12 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelCellist’s $1m instrument barred from flight'Sadly, this is a common problem for me and my fellow professional musicians.'09 Nov 03:00 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartReview: APO’s Symphonic Dances concert at the Auckland Town HallMight Rachmaninov’s Symphonic Dances become too familiar in our concert halls? Never.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandForces combine for epic performance of Verdi’s RequiemNapier Civic Choir’s numbers will be swelled by students from Hastings Boys’ High School.16 Oct 10:22 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart: Young talent, enthusiasm on display at NZ Youth Choir concertThe Gondwana Chorale showed its consummate polish in a cappella offerings.02 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra’s Mozart 40APO concert lays on a menu of surprise and delight.18 Sep 05:00 PM
ReviewsIlona HanneReview: Woven Pathways shows the true art of musicTechnical precision combined with flair, passion and sheer talent in this performance.10 Sep 10:53 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Ieremia brings classic to present-day South PacificThere is so much to admire in Neil Ieremia’s production of (m)Orpheus.07 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart: NZSO serves up three-course feast for the sensesFrom radical to blissed-out, three-night Immerse festival proves delectable experience.08 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFrom lockdown duet to multi-million dollar deal for Kiwi singerTayla Alexander never dreamed the duet could land her a multi-million dollar deal.25 Jul 07:36 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra’s Might & MajestyAn evening of fun and tenderness from the Auckland Philharmonia.25 Jul 04:29 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartConcert review: Die tote Stadt at the Auckland Town HallExcellence assured for one of the highlight's of the musical year.09 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Fitting finale for violin competitionMichael Hill International Violin Competition comeback welcome, finale high-calibre.11 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMasterful duo to perform in NapierFrom their first performance together, the two artists shared an instant connection.06 Jun 12:27 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Cosi fan Tutte at the Kiri Te Kanawa TheatreThis opera has always been tricky territory with its sexual politics.01 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWilliam Dart review: Enduring Spirit concert by the NZSOThe orchestra clearly enjoyed Ernest Bloch’s vivid palette.01 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFuture stars take to the stage for Aria competitionMeet the 2023 Aria competitors.27 Mar 11:34 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherPaul Potts on bullying and using music to escape his tormentorsThe Britain's Got Talent winner talks to Elisabeth Easther.27 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWilliam Dart review: Six sing in great wondermentOne of the world's finest singing ensembles performed at Holy Trinity.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWilliam Dart review: NZTrio Town Hall Concert ChamberThere was a certain charm in the brevity of these miniatures, says William Dart.06 Mar 09:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWilliam Dart: Auckland Choral’s MessiahJoanna Foote’s effortless ornamentation has lost none of its charm.19 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart: Best of Bach gives reason to rejoiceWilliam Dart reviews Bach Musica NZ concert.13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Loss relived in seven minutesThe New Zealand Chamber Soloists have a distinguished track record.23 Nov 02:00 AM
OpinionWilliam DartAPO rises to the moment with An Alpine SymphonyOPINION: William Dart reviews the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra concert.13 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelOpera star Andrea Bocelli sues luxury jet owner over 'noise''Nessun Dorma!' The singer complained that 'elevated noise' caused undue anxiety.13 Oct 11:48 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWilliam Dart review: An Evening with Eric WhitacreTwo NZ choirs enjoy the opportunity to work under the celebrated American composer.25 Sep 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: New Zealand Opera's MacbethMacbeth springs to life with powerhouse performances.22 Sep 11:20 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Bach Musica NZ at Auckland Town HallSprightly woodwind injected high spirits into a dancing second movement.19 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherRita Paczian: 'Music reaches the soul and does something positive for humanity'The conductor talks to Elisabeth Easther.12 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWilliam DartWilliam Dart Review: Grosvenor gives Grieg concerto a fresh touchWilliam Dart reviews APO concert11 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWilliam Dart review: Auckland Opera Studio's Gala ConcertHearts would have melted at Eliza Boom's beautiful "Un Bel Di" from Madama Butterfly.22 Aug 05:00 PM