EntertainmentIs this the most intriguing classical concert of the year?Composer Michael Norris' latest music is a blend of old and new and promises to intrigue.12 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMusician needs the force to be with him to strike rightStar Wars changed the life of one young musician - now he needs the force to be with him.29 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: NZSO shows its star powerStar power makes NZ Symphony Orchestra concert out of this world, writes William Dart.31 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentOde to Joy in Māori a salute to BeethovenNZ Symphony Orchestra invited to an international party to celebrate Beethoven.03 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy we need to relax into classical music more oftenThe NZSO's Edo de Waart says it's better to stop putting music in boxes and just listen.30 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: NZ Symphony OrchestraCellist Johannes Moser's performance is one of the highlights of 2018 concert year.08 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentYoung composer sees a forest through the treesYoung composer Josiah Carr talks about wrestling, letting go and tiptoeing through trees.26 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: NZ Symphony OrchestraThe evening was entitled Brahms & Tchaikovsky, but NZ composer Gareth Farr shone.26 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNZSO review: O'Neill is our dream HeldentenorFrom mysterious opening horn call to colourful string textures, this was NZSO in top form.10 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: NZSO makes a play for populismBernstein and an Italian journey; William Dart reviews NZSO's latest Auckland concerts.24 May 01:00 AM
EntertainmentIs it time to reassess the legacy of one of the great musical figures of the 20th century?NZ Symphony Orchestra honours one of the great musical figures of the 20th century.08 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentHistory repeats for Split Enz fansENZSO, in which the NZ Symphony Orchestra performed Split Enz hits, has been recreated04 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCooke's Tour Serves French FareGrammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke NZ tour much anticipated by classical fans.10 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuSimon Wilson: Why is council short changing the arts and sport?Why is Auckland Council downplaying the importance of the arts and sport in its new plans?22 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: NZSO farewells 2017 in styleThe NZ Symphony Orchestra saved its best till last in a superb 2017, says William Dart.15 Nov 09:33 PM
EntertainmentHead and heart in perfect balance for concertoOnce the youngest in a prestigious global competition, pianist Joyce Yang is back in NZ.02 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart: Successive nights with the NZSOClassics reviewer William Dart sees the NZSO to flex its considerable musical muscles.20 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
EntertainmentKeys to the futureClassical music and virtual reality - now in a concert hall near you thanks to APRA winner28 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
EntertainmentIntrepid British make for bold showNZ Symphony Orchestra's concert showcases British music on the eve of the final test09 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFirst-class offering deserved more fansThrilling stuff from orchestra needs marketing.09 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentShared WWI history honoured through musicComposer Gareth Farr's new requiem concerto will be heard in New Zealand and France.04 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: DeYoung star of journeyEdo de Waart and the NZ Symphony Orchestra launch their 2017 selection of Masterworks.26 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung cellist wins coveted concerto awardHe went to university at 14 to study music and now 17-year-old Matthias Balzat has won the grand prize at the National Concerto Competition 08 Mar 02:05 AM
Entertainment2017 sounds sweet, writes William DartWilliam Dart previews the concert highlights of 2017.16 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentNZSO puts on a rousing finaleWhen Ronald Brautigam recorded Mozart's C minor Piano Concerto five years ago, he used a fortepiano; on Friday night, playing a modern 07 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: NZSO's salute to Steve ReichNZSO describes its annual Bold Worlds: New Frontiers concert as an exploration of contemporary international repertoire and its connections.09 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentNZSO's new musical director Edo De WaartIn less than a fortnight, Edo de Waart presides over his first concert as the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra's new Music Director.19 Mar 03:41 AM
EntertainmentFrom one extreme to the otherMartin was principal flautist with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields when he first worked with pianist Garrick Ohlsson 20 years ago.20 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: NZSO, Auckland Town HallSimone Young and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra returns with a monumental Bruckner Eighth Symphony.06 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentPower and passion delivered in spadesThe New Zealand Symphony Orchestra drew a bumper audience to its Power and Passion concert.19 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWorld-class violinist to perform with NZSOCanadian violinist Karen Gomyo performs for the first time with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in Dunedin this month.03 Jun 09:53 PM
