Music Canterbury

Chamber Music NZ presents Masaaki Suzuki and Juilliard415
2017-06-07 19:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music NZ presents Masaaki Suzuki and Juilliard415 on Wednesday 7th June 2017, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Maestro Suzuki directs vibrant performances of Bach with students from The Julliard School.
Bach | Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major
Bach | Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor
Bach | Cantata 82a Ich habe genug,
Bach |Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major
Website: http://www.chambermusic.co.nz
Contact: Jody Keehan 0800-CONCERT
Bookings: Ticketek http://premier.ticketek.co.nz/

Operatunity presents "From Phantom to Les Mis"
2017-05-30 11:00 | La Vida Centre, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand
Operatunity presents “From Phantom to Les Mis” on Tuesday 30th May 2017, 11.00 a.m. at La Vida Centre, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch.
A showcase of modern musicals – Phantom, Les Miserables, Evita, Miss Saigon, Cats and so much more, presented by five music theatre specialists!
Season (8 concerts paid in advance – $28.50 per concert) = $228.00 each
Ticket Price = $34.00
Standing Bookings only = $31.00 each
Groups of 10+: $31.00 each
Groups of 30+: $30.00 each
To book:
Telephone: 0508 266 237
Fax: (09) 588 4240
Email: bookings@operatunity.co.nz
Website: www.operatunity.co.nz or www.daytimeconcerts.co.nz

Nut Point Centre presents "Reflections- Grace McKenzie"
2017-05-27 18:30 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “Reflections – Grace McKenzie” on Saturday 27th May 2017, at 7.30 p.m.
Grace has been a member of the National Youth Orchestra for two seasons and has taken part in the Adams Chamber Music Festival in Nelson, on multiple occasions. Talented Award Winning Violinist performing music for Violin and Piano.
Concert and light supper = $25.00 per person
To book: telephone 342 1033

CBS Music presents "Organ Plus Series"
2017-05-26 17:30 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Organ Plus Series” on Friday 26th May 2017, 5.30 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
The third concert in this series will be given by Martin Setchell, who expects to reveal progress on the conservation and enlargement of the Town Hall organ, in preparation for its expected unveiling next year.
After the concert, the audience is invited to a pre-ordered meal in the adjacent CBS Music Centre, already proving a popular venue for smaller scale recitals and social events. Pizzas and a variety of drinks will be on offer. It is expected that the recitalist will speak on some of the highlights of his busy career, and offer some insights on areas of topical interest.

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Kate Taylor, jazz vocalist with Darren Pickering, piano"
2017-05-25 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Kate Taylor, jazz vocalist with Darren Pickering, piano “ on Thursday 25th May 2017, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch.
Kate Taylor, jazz vocalist with Darren Pickering, piano
Both Kate and Darren are driving forces at Ara Music Arts here in Christchurch and together they make a stunning duo. This concert is also a part of the lunchtime series of The Cavell Leitch International Jazz & Blues Festival.
Door donation: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends and students
To reserve please email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com

Christopher's Classics Autumn Series
2017-05-23 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christopher’s Classics Autumn Series presents on Tuesday 23rd May 2017 Pianist Diedre Irons teams up with NZ Symphony Orchestra concert master, Vesa-Matti Leppanen on violin with NZSO principals Julia Joyce (viola) and Andrew Joyce (cello). This marvelous quartet will perform Schubert, Mahler, Schnittke and Brahms.
Mahler – Piano Quartet in A minor
Schnittke – Piano Quartet in A minor
Brahms – Piano Quartet Op 25 in G minor
In this concert, well loved pianist Diedre Irons is joined by her friends from the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra – NZSO Concert Master Vesa-Matti Leppanen, Principal Viola Julia Joyce and Principal Cello Andrew Joyce.
Their chosen repertoire includes Schubert’s brilliant Adagio and Rondo Concertante, designed as a showpiece for the pianist. It is not only one of the few works the composer wrote in this style, but it is his first composition for piano and string ensemble, preceding the Trout Quintet by three years.
The Piano Quartet in A minor is an early work of Gustav Mahler, composed when he was 15 or 16 and apparently never completed. It was rediscovered by Mahler’s widow in the 1960s and premiered in New York by Peter Serkin and the Galimir Quartet in 1964. Schnittke wrote his Piano Quartet in A minor as a companion piece to Mahler’s single movement in 1988.
The concert ends with the Brahms Piano Quartet Op. 25, premiered in 1861 with Clara Schumann as pianist. The is one of Brahm’s happiest compositions.
Tickets $40; full-time students with ID, $15 Door sales: Cash. Eftpos: Cash can be withdrawn using eftpos from The Piano drinks bar. Online tickets: www.eventfinda.co.nz Additional fees apply.
For information: contact Diana Moir (03) 355 2691; 021 126 5738; dhmoir@xtra.co.nz

Waimakariri Community Arts Council presents "Reflecting Bach"
2017-05-23 19:25 | Chamber Gallery Rangiora, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, 7400, New Zealand
“Reflecting BACH”
Christopher Hutton, solo cello, will play in the Chamber Gallery, Rangiora Library on Tuesday 23rd May 2017 at 7.30 pm.
“Reflecting BACH” is a series of recitals by USA-based New Zealand cellist Christopher Hutton, celebrating the three-hundredth anniversary of Johann Sebastian Bach’s beloved six Suites for Unaccompanied Cello.
His program juxtaposes the music of Bach with later pieces by Max Reger, Benjamin Britten, and American composers William Bolcom, John Harbison, and John Corigliano – all inspired by Bach in different ways,and all written for solo cello.
Originally from Wellington, Christopher Hutton is the cellist of the Poinsett Piano Trio and Associate Professor of Violoncello at Furman University, South Carolina. He has performed widely, including solo and chamber music recitals in New Zealand, USA and Europe.
Programme:
Suite Sampler (c. 1717-1723) – Johann Sebastian Bach
Suite for Cello No. 1, Op. 72 (1965) – Benjamin Britten
INTERMISSION
Suite No. 1 in G major, Op. 131c (1914) – Max Reger
from Suite No. 1 in C minor (1996) – William Bolcom
Suite for Solo Cello (1993) – John Harbison
Fancy on a Bach Air (1996) – John Corigliano

Tickets: Adult $30 students $10 from Rangiora Library Ph. 03 311 8901.
Cash or cheque only please.
This concert is presented by the Waimakariri Community Arts Council.

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Zara Ballara, soprano with Iola Shelley, piano"
2017-05-18 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Zara Ballara, soprano with Iola Shelley, piano “ on Thursday 18th May 2017, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch.
Zara Ballara, soprano with Iola Shelley, piano
Zara, opera singer, international star and head of vocal studies at University of Canterbury performs favourite works accompanied superbly by Iola Shelley.
Door donation: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends and students
To reserve please email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com

Arts on Tour NZ presents Helen Moulder's one woman show "Gloria's Handbag"
2017-05-15 19:00 | The Laboratory, 17 West Belt, Lincoln, 7608
Arts on Tour NZ presents Helen Moulder’s one woman show “Gloria’s Handbag” on Monday 15th May 2017, 7.00 p.m. at The Laboratory, Lincoln
Tickets are $20.00 through Eventfinda or at The Laboratory

Nut Point Centre presents "Veronica van der Knaap 70th Birthday - Piano Recital"
2017-05-14 14:00 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “Veronica van der Knaap 70th Birthday – Piano Recital” on Sunday 14th May at 2.00 p.m.
Works by Brahms, Chopin, Schubert and others.
Charity Concert for Canterbury Charity Hospital
Concert, Wine and Afternoon tea is $25.00 per person.
To book: telephone 342 1033

Mid Canterbury Choir Concert - "The Heavens Declare"
2017-05-14 14:00 | St Stephens Anglican Church, Park Street, Ashburton, 7700, New Zealand
Mid Canterbury Choir presents “The Heavens Declare” Concert on Sunday 14th May 2017, 2.00 p.m. at St Stephens Anglican Church, Park Street, Ashburton.
Musical Director: Martin Setchell
Accompanist: Stephen Diedricks
Tickets: $15.00 available at the door or a Mid Canterbury Choir member.
Guest Artists: Soprano Olivia Stewart; Organist Martin Setchell; Violin Ruth Hall
Soloists: Olivia Stewart, Ann Robinson, David O’Beirne, Stephen Diedricks

Serenading Stefano
2017-05-12 19:30 | St Andrew’s College Chapel, Normans Road, Christchurch, 8052, New Zealand
The Dame Malvina Foundation Christchurch Committee and The Opera Foundation are joining together to host a fundraiser for Anna Leese Guidi and her husband Stefano. We are delighted that Philip Norman will act as Master of Ceremonies, The City Choir and the Opera Club will perform alongside many solo artists. Performing will be The French Connection (Trio); Rangi Ruru Chamber Group; Justin Hodges (violinist); Elisabeth Harris (mezzo-soprano); Reuben Chin (classical saxophonist); Bradley Wood (pianist); Juliet Reynolds-Midgley (soprano); Thomas Eves (trumpeter); Cameron Barclay (tenor); Robert Tucker (baritone) and Yulia with Hanafi Machirus. Accompanists will be Kirsten Robertson and Anna Maksymova.
The event “Serenading Stefano” will take place in the beautiful new St Andrew’s Centennial Chapel, Normans Road, at 7.30 p.m. on Friday 12th May 2017. Stefano, a passionate Italian wine maker met Anna whilst she was singing in Italy and moved to New Zealand to create a new life with her. They married and last year just before the birth of their first child Matteo, Stefano was diagnosed with the most aggressive form of Motor Neurone Disease. Already he is facing many frightening challenges, which require great emotional, physical and financial support. Anna has had to withdraw from singing “Katya Kabanova” for New Zealand Opera later this year.
Tickets are $35.00. BOOK NOW (03) 963 0870; www.courttheatre.org.nz/serenadingstefano

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Mark Hobson, saxophones with Alison Holden, piano"
2017-05-11 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Mark Hobson, saxophones with Alison Holden, piano “ on Thursday 11th May 2017, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch.
Mark Hobson, saxophones with Alison Holden, piano
Mark Hobson was a free-lance musician and teacher in Christchurch for 25 years before taking up the position of soloist and lead saxophone for the Royal New Zealand Navy Band in 2015.
Door donation: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends and students
To reserve please email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com

Chamber Music NZ presents Kathryn Stott and NZSQ
2017-05-09 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music NZ presents “Kathryn Stott and NZSQ” on Tuesday 9th May 2017, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Internationally renowned pianist Kathryn Stott joins the New Zealand String Quartet; a rare opportunity to hear a superb programme of works.
Programme:
Gillian Whitehead | still, echoing
Dutilleux | Piano Sonata
Dvořák | Piano Quintet in A Major, op. 81
Website: http://www.chambermusic.co.nz
Contact: Jody Keehan 0800-CONCERT
Bookings: Ticketek http://premier.ticketek.co.nz/

Christchurch Liedertafel Male Voice Choir presents "To a Green & Pleasant Land"
2017-05-07 14:05 | St Andrew’s College Chapel, Normans Road, Christchurch, 8052, New Zealand
Christchurch Liedertafel Male Voice Choir presents “To a Green & Pleasant Land” on Sunday 7th May 2017, 2.15 p.m. at St Andrews College Chapel, Normans Road, Christchurch.
Programme includes:

The Holy City
I Vow to Thee My Country
Mother Machree
Land of Hope and Glory
Jerusalem
Londonderry Air
God is our Strength and Refuge
Conquest of Paradise
Yeomen of England
Rule Britannia
Climb Ev’ry Mountain
Bring Him Home
When the Saints

Programme Entry is $15.00. NO EFTPOS is available.

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Galyna Zelinska cello with Anna Maksymova, piano"
2017-05-04 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Galyna Zelinska cello with Anna Maksymova, piano “ on Thursday 4th May 2017, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch.
Galyna Zelinska cello, with Anna Maksymova, piano
Galyna has toured extensively performing in some of the finest concert halls throughout the world. She has been Principal Cellist with the CSO for over 20 years. This concert is a rare opportunity to hear Galyna perform as a soloist.
Door donation: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends and students
To reserve please email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com

Operatunity presents "Glenn Miller and the Andrews Sisters"
2017-05-02 11:00 | La Vida Centre, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand
Operatunity presents “Glenn Miller and the Andrews Sisters” on Tuesday 2nd May 2017, 11.00 a.m. at La Vida Centre, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch.
Swing along to this great music as our Andrews Sisters ensemble – The Velvetines, brass ensemble and MC Karl present our tribute to Glenn Miller and the Andrews Sisters.
Season (8 concerts paid in advance – $28.50 per concert) = $228.00 each
Ticket Price = $34.00
Standing Bookings only = $31.00 each
Groups of 10+: $31.00 each
Groups of 30+: $30.00 each
To book:
Telephone: 0508 266 237
Fax: (09) 588 4240
Email: bookings@operatunity.co.nz
Website: www.operatunity.co.nz and www.daytimeconcerts.co.nz

Arts on Tour NZ presents Helen Moulder's one woman show "Gloria's Handbag"
2017-04-30 17:30 | Isaac Theatre Royal, 145 Gloucester Street, Christchurch , 8011, New Zealand
Arts on Tour NZ presents Helen Moulder’s one woman show “Gloria’s Handbag” on Sunday 30th April 2017, 5.30 p.m. at the Gloucester Room Isaac Theatre Royal, 140 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
To book: www.isaactheatreroyal.co.nz 0800 TICKETEK

The Knox Singers presents "Songs of a Distant Land"
2017-04-30 14:30 | Knox Presbyterian Church, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
The Knox Singers presents “Songs of a Distant Land” on Sunday 30th April 2017, 2.30 p.m. at Knox Church, corner Bealey Avenue and Victoria Street.
Soprano Sarah Pownall, Bass Matthew Harris and accompanist Daniel Cooper present a relaxed afternoon of your favourite musical theatre numbers, art songs and arias both sacred and secular. Music by Handel, Bach,, Malotte, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Claude-Michel Schoenberg, and many others.
Programme entry is $5.00

Nut Point Centre presents "Romantic Music"
2017-04-29 19:30 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “Romantic Music” on Saturday 29th April 2017 at 7.30 p.m.
Featuring:
Suzanne Holt and Friends
Penelope Reid – Oboe
Kathleen Lockwood – Cello
David Bui – Violin
Suzanne Holt – Piano/Opera
Jaqueline Baddock – Duet
Concert and light supper = $25.00 per person
To book telephone: 342 1033

CBS Music presents "Organ Plus Series"
2017-04-28 17:30 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Organ Plus Series” on Friday 28th April 2017, 5.30 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
This recital will be given by Johann Vexo, Choir Organist since 2004 at Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris, and since 2009 also organist of the Cathedral of Nancy. He performs many concerts, both in France and abroad (Europe, North America, Russia) and has recorded several CDs on historical French organs, especially one for JAV recordings on the great organ of Notre-Dame de Paris. He brings with him as an associate artist the principal tenor of the Notre Dame Cathedral choir.
After the concert, the audience is invited to a pre-ordered meal in the adjacent CBS Music Centre, already proving a popular venue for smaller scale recitals and social events. Pizzas and a variety of drinks will be on offer. It is expected that the recitalist will speak on some of the highlights of his busy career, and offer some insights on areas of topical interest.

CBS Music presents "Johann Vexo Organ Recital"
2017-04-28 17:30 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Johann Vexo Organ Recital” on Friday 28th April 2017, 5.30 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch
Further details to follow.

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Piano Duets"
2017-04-27 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Piano Duets “ on Thursday 27th April 2017, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch.
Piano Duets
When one pair of hands is just not enough, bring on the duets. Performers include Rosemary Stott, Katherine Jones, Dinah Anderson and Gerald Johnstone.
Door donation: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends and students
To reserve please email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com

Arts On Tour NZ presents "My name is Moana"
2017-04-24 19:00 | The Laboratory, 17 West Belt, Lincoln, 7608
Arts On Tour NZ presents “My name is Moana” – Moana Maniapoto and friends on Monday 24th April 2017, 7.00 p.m. at The Laboratory, Lincoln.
“My name is Moana” – Moana And Trina Maniapoto, Paddy Free and Karlos Tunks-Saunders in a musical tribute to the ocean.
Cost: $20.00 – to book at Eventfinda or at The Laboratory

Nut Point Centre presents "The Young Love of Music"
2017-04-22 14:00 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “The Young Love of Music” on Saturday 22nd April 2017 at 2.00 p.m.
Featuring:
Valeriy Maksymova and Iryna Maksymova – Selected Piano and Violin Students 2017.
Concert and Afternoon Tea is $15.00 per person.
To book: telephone 342 1033

Christopher's Classics presents a Bonus Concert - "International Stars - Christopher Park and Amalia Hall"
2017-04-20 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christopher’s Classics presents a Bonus Concert with “International Stars – Christopher Park and Amalia Hall” on Thursday 20th April 2017, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch. Amalia will perform Mozart and Brahms sonatas and Christopher will play Chopin.
In this extra concert, prizewinning New Zealand violinist, Amalia Hall plays with her preferred sonata pianst, Christopher Park, a highly acclaimed young Korean/German pianist, praised and recommended by the famous conductor, Christoph Eschenbach of the National Symphony Orchestra, JFK Centre, Washington DC; and the Vienna Philharmonic Managing Director, Harald Krumpock.
Meet the musicians and mingle over light refreshments after the concert – cash bar available.
This concert is offered at a special price of $2500, and $10.00 for full-time students with ID.
Door sales: cash and eftpos. Also available from www.eventfinda.co.nz

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Michael Lawrence - Piano Recital"
2017-04-20 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Michael Lawrence – Piano Recital “ on Thursday 20th April 2017, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch.
Michael Lawrence – Piano Recital
Christchurch born, Michael studied with Ernest Empson, Irene Lassen, Iola Shelley and Maurice Till. He has played concertos by Beethoven, Brahms, Franck, Chopin and Gershwin. Michael has performed in previous Mentor Series to great acclaim always presenting a lovely lyrical programme with the audience in mind.
Door donation: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends and students
To reserve please email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com

CBS Music presents " J.S. Bach St John Passion"
2017-04-14 20:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “J.S. Bach St John Passion” on Good Friday, 14th April 2017, 8.00 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch
Further details to follow.

Woolston Brass presents "Seriously Brass 2017"
2017-04-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret’s College, 12 Winchester Street, Christchurch, 8014, New Zealand
Woolston Brass presents “Seriously Brass 2017” featuring Woolston Brass and Woolston Concert Brass on Friday 14th April 2017, 4.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. at Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret’s College, 12 Winchester Street, Merivale.
Tickets available at http://www.dashtickets.co.nz or at the door. Adult $20; Senior Citizen/Student/Unwaged $15; Child (Under 18) $5; Adult + 1 Child $20
Woolston Brass (A Grade) with Music Director Tyme Marsters and Woolston Concert Brass (C Grade) with Music Director Nick Johnson are striving for musical excellence and top places in their respective grades at the upcoming New Zealand Brass Band Championships being held in Wellington in mid-April. Seriously Brass will feature the two bands virtuosic contest repertoire and showcase top local brass players and percussionists, plus a guest performance from the Woolston Junior Band.

Concert for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Tresoli, Piano Trio"
2017-04-13 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Tresoli, Piano Trio “ on Thursday 13th April 2017, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch.
Tresoli, Piano Trio
The imaginative unpredictability of the Tresoli Piano Trio is a joy to behold. This wonderful music collective includes Rosemary Stott – Piano; Jenny Davey – Cello and Susan Farmer – Violin. Now an annual concert event, this performance is always superb and an audience favourite.
Door donation: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends and students
To reserve please email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
