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Computer tries to finish what Beethoven failed to do

Roll over Beethoven as computer writes finale for unfinished 10th symphony.

Disputing harassment claims, Domingo says he's a gentleman

Placido Domingo is disputing allegations of sexual harassment against him.

Hilary Barry as you've never seen her before

NZ Youth Choir celebrates 40th anniversary - here's why it's good news to Hilary Barry.

Review: Maestro's fabulous final bow

Orchestra's departing maestro farewelled with a perfect tribute. How did he respond?

Dame Kiri lures them to newly re-named theatre

Concert in Dame Kiri Te Kanawa's honour signals much joy to come in re-named theatre.

Not so harmonious: Why Mahler divides music fans

He's one of the world's greatest composers but not everybody loves Mahler. Why not?

A winning peace: APO gives final town hall concert for 2019

REVIEW: APO's Conflict and Triumph was as assured as ever.

Losses cause NZ Opera to change key

Forced to re-imagine how to be a viable national arts body, NZ Opera reveals 2020 plans.

Beethoven's bumper birthday celebrations

One of the world's best string quartets is taking Beethoven on a bumper-sized world tour.

Tectonic impact? NZTrio shakes down

Trio's new move not enough to make tectonic impact, writes music reviewer William Dart.

US Opera star Jessye Norman farewelled in style

'Before there was Oprah, Beyoncé and Michelle Obama, there was Jessye Norman.'

Frankenstein's monster? Risky musical adventure awaits

Frankenstein!! is party to which demons - and everyone else - is invited to.

NZ musician shows why she's one of our best

Star performers shine with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.

Classical review: Music you don't normally hear appreciated

Bach Musica continues proud tradition of bringing music off familiar repertoire trails.

A phantom at the opera? Young singers confront ghostly challenge

Will there be a phantom at the opera? Not when it comes to young stars.

Star NZ opera singer's frightening new role: "It freaks me out. I get spooked."

Opera star knows the real things that scare don't go bump in the night.