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Concert review: Die tote Stadt at the Auckland Town Hall

Excellence assured for one of the highlight's of the musical year.

William Dart review: Fitting finale for violin competition

Michael Hill International Violin Competition comeback welcome, finale high-calibre.

Masterful duo to perform in Napier

From their first performance together, the two artists shared an instant connection.

William Dart review: Cosi fan Tutte at the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre

This opera has always been tricky territory with its sexual politics.

William Dart review: Enduring Spirit concert by the NZSO

The orchestra clearly enjoyed Ernest Bloch’s vivid palette.

Future stars take to the stage for Aria competition

Meet the 2023 Aria competitors.

Paul Potts on bullying and using music to escape his tormentors

The Britain's Got Talent winner talks to Elisabeth Easther.

William Dart review: Six sing in great wonderment

One of the world's finest singing ensembles performed at Holy Trinity.

Rita Paczian: 'Music reaches the soul and does something positive for humanity'

The conductor talks to Elisabeth Easther.

William Dart Review: Grosvenor gives Grieg concerto a fresh touch

William Dart reviews APO concert

William Dart review: Auckland Opera Studio's Gala Concert

Hearts would have melted at Eliza Boom's beautiful "Un Bel Di" from Madama Butterfly.

Premium subscribers: Win an evening of music with the APO

Win a VIP double pass to APO – Grosvenor Plays Grieg.

William Dart review: NZO's Call of the Huia

Alice Mackay's Te Whenua Kura, a lament for lost tribal lands, was persuasively delivered.

William Dart review: New Zealand Symphony Orchestra's Beethoven

Pianist and conductor were determined to bring out the dance as a key to this music.

William Dart review: NZSO's Truth and Beauty

Prokofiev's sleek orchestration and sinuous lines were never compromised.

William Dart: APO's shimmering Firebird concert glows to thrilling finale

Firebird became an electrifying colourfest of music and excitement.