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Classical review: Rousing NZSO illuminates profound music
Rachmaninov a tough act to follow but pianist Louis Lortie showed no fear.
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NZ Symphony Orchestra unites all in music with music for troubled times
Conductor Carlos Kalmar: We are all in this together - how the NZSO uses music to unite.
Is 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.
Musician needs the force to be with him to strike right
Star Wars changed the life of one young musician - now he needs the force to be with him.
Classical review: NZSO shows its star power
Star power makes NZ Symphony Orchestra concert out of this world, writes William Dart.
Ode to Joy in Māori a salute to Beethoven
NZ Symphony Orchestra invited to an international party to celebrate Beethoven.
Why we need to relax into classical music more often
The NZSO's Edo de Waart says it's better to stop putting music in boxes and just listen.
Classical review: NZ Symphony Orchestra
Cellist Johannes Moser's performance is one of the highlights of 2018 concert year.
Classical review: NZ Symphony Orchestra
The evening was entitled Brahms & Tchaikovsky, but NZ composer Gareth Farr shone.
Young composer sees a forest through the trees
Young composer Josiah Carr talks about wrestling, letting go and tiptoeing through trees.
NZSO review: O'Neill is our dream Heldentenor
From mysterious opening horn call to colourful string textures, this was NZSO in top form.
Classical review: NZSO makes a play for populism
Bernstein and an Italian journey; William Dart reviews NZSO's latest Auckland concerts.
Is 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.
History repeats for Split Enz fans
ENZSO, in which the NZ Symphony Orchestra performed Split Enz hits, has been recreated
Cooke's Tour Serves French Fare
Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke NZ tour much anticipated by classical fans.
Simon 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?
Classical review: NZSO farewells 2017 in style
The NZ Symphony Orchestra saved its best till last in a superb 2017, says William Dart.
Head and heart in perfect balance for concerto
Once the youngest in a prestigious global competition, pianist Joyce Yang is back in NZ.
William Dart: Successive nights with the NZSO
Classics reviewer William Dart sees the NZSO to flex its considerable musical muscles.
William Dart reviews the latest classical CDs
A Century of Song, Volume 2 makes for satisfying listening, writes William Dart.
Open your mind and heart
Virtuoso violinist Karen Gomyo says open your heart and mind for the next NZSO concerts.
Keys to the future
Classical music and virtual reality - now in a concert hall near you thanks to APRA winner
NZSO youth orchestra ready to stun in performance
Next generation composers and musicians showcased in NZSO classical concert.
Intrepid British make for bold show
NZ Symphony Orchestra's concert showcases British music on the eve of the final test
Shared WWI history honoured through music
Composer Gareth Farr's new requiem concerto will be heard in New Zealand and France.
Review: DeYoung star of journey
Edo de Waart and the NZ Symphony Orchestra launch their 2017 selection of Masterworks.
Young cellist wins coveted concerto award
He 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
2017 sounds sweet, writes William Dart
William Dart previews the concert highlights of 2017.
NZSO puts on a rousing finale
When Ronald Brautigam recorded Mozart's C minor Piano Concerto five years ago, he used a fortepiano; on Friday night, playing a modern