Music Canterbury

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Chicks From Corea - Jazz Combo"
2023-08-29 13:10 - 13:50 (Pacific/Auckland) | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents “Chicks From Corea – Jazz Combo” on Tuesday 29th August 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
‘Chicks From Corea’ aims to perform their own unique take on Jazz with a set list comprising of a variety of music, ranging from classic standards to the works of modern artists and their own compositions.
Burnside High School student performing include – Dylan Blundell (Drums), Dylan Jonkers (Bass), Monet Schutte (Vocals, Saxophone), Jacob Mullen (Guitar), William Kao (Trombone, Piano).
This concert is part of the Rising Stars Concert Series 2023. A new Tuesday lunchtime concert series that’s encouraging, supporting, nurturing and providing a performance platform for emerging young musicians.
Become a member of the Concerts for Christchurch Friends or Friends of The Arts Centre to receive special $10 tickets.
Pricing: $5.00 to $15.00
https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/chicks-from-corea-jazz-combo/

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Kilmarnock Edition"
2023-08-30 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Kilmarnock Edition” on Wednesday 30th August 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Celtic music from Christchurch’s popular folk group
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00

Christopher's Classics Season XXVIII - 2023 presents "NZTrio"
2023-08-31 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christopher’s Classics Season XXVIII – 2023 presents “NZTrio” on Thursday 31st August 2023, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Amalia Hall (violin)
Somi Kim (piano)
Ashley Brown (cello)
Enescu – Piano Trio A minor
Chen Yi – Tunes from My Home
New NZ commission
Dvořák – Piano Trio No. 3 in F minor, Op. 65
The NZTrio is recognised as a “national treasure” and “New Zealand’s most indispensable ensemble” (NZ Herald). The Trio, who are well known to Christopher’s Classics audiences, return for 2023 with a programme of classic pieces of chamber music mixed with innovative new repertoire.
Doris Barnard, 0204 240551 or Email: treasurer.christophers.classics@gmail.com
Series XXVIII Concert Prices

DOOR SALES:

Cash Sales
EFTPOS, Credit Card

Adult
Student (ID)
Adult
Student (ID)

Subscription Concerts
$40
$15
$45
$17

Door sales are subject to availability.
ON-LINE SALES:
At www.eventfinda.co.nz (charges apply). Search for Christopher’s Classics on the website.
SEASON SUBSCRIPTION:
Adult
8 Concerts = $260.00
7 Concerts = $230.00
6 Concerts = $200.00
5 Concerts = $170.00
4 Concerts = $140.00
3 Concerts = $110.00
Season subscriptions are available until 28th February 2023 from our website www.christopherclassics.nz

DONATIONS:
Christopher’s Classics has to raise funds to supplement ticket revenue. We are a registered charity and donations over $5 are tax deductible. We welcome your donation.

Shaé Fundraiser Concert
2023-09-02 14:30 | Rose Historic Chapel, 866 Colombo Street, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Helen Webby, the Burnside Harp Army & small & big harp players are performing a fundraiser Harp concert on Saturday 2 September, 2:30pm at The Rose Historic Chapel, 866 Colombo Street.

All proceeds will go to young singer/harpist Shaé Robinet, who is facing a major back operation to take place in France in October.
Shaé’s family are fundraising to cover the costs of the operation & travel, and have created a ‘Givealittle’ page:

https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-shae-14-this-year-to-access-her-urgent-spine?fbclid=IwAR0XfLDq8ukRInnrerO6HOJDbwp36LFpZMFE3_A7n4CtQo3fdVlMj3dxVYI

Shaé & her parents Stéphanie & Goulwen are very grateful to the Music Council for this opportunity to ask for help. We would be grateful if you forward this invitation and link to your friends.

Come & enjoy an amazing afternoon of harp music, by talented young musicians, in the gorgeous Rose Historic Chapel!
Saturday 2 September, at 2:30pm, 866 Colombo St.

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023"
2023-09-04 13:10 - 13:50 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023 presents “Anna Maksymova (piano)” on Monday 4th September 2023, 1.10 p.m to 1.50 p.m at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Christchurch-based pianist Anna Maksymova regularly appears in concert with members of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, the Tres Cordes ensemble, as well as at Dame Malvina Major Foundation events. This year she will be presenting the grandiose Pictures at an Exhibition by Moussorgsky, a work full of vivid musical imagery, excitement, drama and fairytale spirit.
Prices:

Adults $20.00
Concerts for Christchurch Friends and Friends of The Arts Centre $15.00
Students $10.00
17 years and under $5.00

On the Day: Purchase tickets at the Great Hall entrance from midday on the day of the concert.
In Advance: Book your tickets online at www.artscentre.org.nz
Email: concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Mark Menzies & Friends"
2023-09-06 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Kilmarnock Edition” on Wednesday 6th September 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Creative virtuosity from the brightest of stars
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00

UC School of Music - "Illuminating Hearts - Fundraising Concert for Nurse Maude Hospice"
2023-09-06 19:00 | UC School of Music Recital Room, 3 Hereford Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
UC School of Music presents “Illuminating Hearts – Fundraising Concert for Nurse Maude Hospice” on Wednesday 6th September 2023, 7.00 p.m. at UC School of Music Recital Room.
“Illuminating Hearts” is a fundraising concert for Nurse Maude’s new hospice. It features up-and-coming young musicians from the University of Canterbury who have come together independently to support the creation of a new hospice that aims to provide a sanctuary of care and compassion for those facing life’s most challenging moments. Through their artistry, they become the embodiment of Robert Schumann’s profound words, “To send light into the darkness of men’s hearts – such is the duty of the artist”. The programme features a diverse range of repertoire that spans various musical genres and periods. Experience an evening of enchanting music and be a part of this mission of bringing comfort and solace to those in need.
All proceeds generated from this event will be exclusively directed towards the new Nurse Maude hospice, ensuring its vital services can be provided to those who are confronting the most difficult chapters of life.
Pricing: $20/25 http://events.humanitix.com/illuminating-hearts…

Christchurch Civic Music Council in conjunction with Music Education Canterbury presents "Strum Strike and Blow 2023"
2023-09-06 19:00 - 20:15 | Wolfbrook Arena, Jack Hinton Drive, Addington, Christchurch, 8024, New Zealand
Christchurch Civic Music Council in conjunction with Music Education Canterbury presents “Strum Strike and Blow” on Wednesday 6th September 2023 , 7.00 p.m. to 8.15 p.m. at Christchurch Arena.
This lively, colourful event has 1000+ primary school children playing ukuleles, recorders and marimbas.
For further information please go to the website http://strumstrikeblow.org/

Chamber Music New Zealand | CMNZ Series presents "French for Rabbits"
2023-09-08 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music New Zealand | CMNZ Series presents “French for Rabbits” on Friday 8th September 2023, 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Pricing: Various prices. Tickets from https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/
2022 Taite Music Prize finalists French for Rabbits bring their unique psych-folk music to the stage performing new and familiar songs.
Programme
String arrangements beautifully complement new compositions and fan favourites
Having toured in the US and Europe, opening for acts such as Lorde, Agnes Obel, and performed at SXSW, Iceland Airwaves, and WOMAD, French for Rabbits perform their exquisitely crafted, jewel-like songs together with a string quartet in an exclusive series of concerts in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, Ōtautahi Christchurch, and Ōtepoti Dunedin.
Contact person: Jody Keehan; Cellphone: 027 694 3640
Website: https://www.chambermusic.co.nz/french-for-rabbits

Christchurch City Chorus presents "Spring Sing"
2023-09-09 19:00 | Christchurch Boys’ High School, Straven Road, Fendalton, Christchurch, 8014, New Zealand

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Carmina Burana"
2023-09-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Carmina Burana” on Saturday 9th September 2023, 7.30 p.m. in Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch
Fortune spins her wheel – who will win, and who will lose? German composer Carl Orff was inspired to write what would become one of the most notable choral pieces of the 20th Century after reading Carmina Burana – an anthology of medieval secular poetry by the Goliards, a band of poet-musicians who celebrated the joys of life in their vivid verses on the seasons, nature, the tavern, love, lust, and everything in between.
Orff chose 24 of these poems to set to music, creating a work in three sections: Springtime, In the Tavern, and The Court of Love. Bookending the work is one of the most epic and universally recognisable chorus features in the literature: O Fortuna.
Benjamin Northey – Chief Conductor
Madeleine Pierard – Soprano
Oliver Sewell – Tenor
James Harrison – Baritone
Rachel Fuller – Chorus Director
Catrin Johnsson – Chorus Director
CSO Chorus
Orff – Carmina Burana

CBS Music presents "Symphonic Splendour Concert"
2023-09-10 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Symphonic Splendour Concert” on Sunday 10th September 2023, 2.00 p.m. at Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch
Programme admission: $25 | $20
Poster
Promo

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Michael Endres - Piano Students"
2023-09-12 13:10 - 13:50 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents “Michael Endres – Piano Students” on Tuesday 12th September 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Internationally acclaimed pianist Michael Endres will showcase some of his young protégé in this special lunchtime concert.
This concert is part of the Rising Stars Concert Series 2023. A new Tuesday lunchtime concert series that’s encouraging, supporting, nurturing and providing a performance platform for emerging young musicians.
Become a member of the Concerts for Christchurch Friends or Friends of The Arts Centre to receive special $10 tickets.
Pricing: $5.00 to $15.00
https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/michael-endres-piano-students/

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - 50's Up Brass Band"
2023-09-13 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – 50’s Up Brass Band” on Wednesday 13th September 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Brass favourites for the sacred space
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00

Christopher's Classics Season XXVIII - 2023 presents "Argyle Trio"
2023-09-14 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christopher’s Classics Season XXVIII – 2023 presents “Argyle Trio” on Thursday 14th September 2023, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Wilma Smith (violin)
Matthias Balzat (cello)
Laurence Matheson (piano)
Beethoven – Piano Trio C minor Op. 1 No. 3
Smetana – Piano Trio in G minor Op. 15
Dvořák – Piano Trio in D minor Op. 90 “Dumky”
Since retiring from the MSO, Wilma Smith has prioritised her chamber music roots, enjoying old and new relationships in the US and New Zealand as well as Australia.
Matthias Balzat is a New Zealand born cellist. He began playing the cello at the age of 3, and has completed his NZ studies under James Tennant. Matthias was the winner of the strings section of the ROSL Annual Music Competition in 2021.
From Melbourne, Laurence Matheson is a pianist who began his full-time studies in 2013. He was selected as a Fellow of the Australian National Academy of Music in 2016.
Doris Barnard, 0204 240551 or Email: treasurer.christophers.classics@gmail.com
Series XXVIII Concert Prices

DOOR SALES:

Cash Sales
EFTPOS, Credit Card

Adult
Student (ID)
Adult
Student (ID)

Subscription Concerts
$40
$15
$45
$17

Door sales are subject to availability.
ON-LINE SALES:
At www.eventfinda.co.nz (charges apply). Search for Christopher’s Classics on the website.
SEASON SUBSCRIPTION:
Adult
8 Concerts = $260.00
7 Concerts = $230.00
6 Concerts = $200.00
5 Concerts = $170.00
4 Concerts = $140.00
3 Concerts = $110.00
Season subscriptions are available until 28th February 2023 from our website www.christopherclassics.nz

DONATIONS:
Christopher’s Classics has to raise funds to supplement ticket revenue. We are a registered charity and donations over $5 are tax deductible. We welcome your donation.

Resonance Ensemble presents "Confluence"
2023-09-17 15:00 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Confluence. Often used to refer to the joining of two or more flowing bodies of water into a single channel.
This concert brings together beautiful streams of music flowing from America and Russia…
Our programme, conducted by Maestro Tony Ryan, opens with Shostakovich’s joyous and popular Festive Overture and ends with his Ninth Symphony, which is inspired, appealing, high-spirited, and also one of his most popular works.
Christchurch soprano, Helen Charlton, joins us for six of Aaron Copland‘s captivating Old American Songs. Helen will also sing Rachmaninov’s famous Vocalise and Samuel Barber’s gloriously lyrical Sure on this Shining Night; both songs written by their respective composers just before two of the twentieth century’s most devastating events – the Russian Revolution of 1917, and World War II.
Our brass section features in Copland‘s response to America’s entry into WWII with his remarkably original Fanfare for the Common Man.
To book click link below:
https://events.humanitix.com/resonance-ensemble-confluence?mc_cid=37e4b1cc27&mc_eid=23f036a21e

St Albans Community Choir presents "Magical Moments"
2023-09-17 17:00 | St Paul’s Parish Church, 1 Harewood Road, Christchurch, 8053, New Zealand
St Albans Community Choir and the New Brighton Silver Band present “Magical Moments” on Sunday 17th September 2023 at 5pm at St Paul’s Church, 3 Harewood Road, Papanui.
Entry is by donation at the door and we will be serving a light supper after the show.
We’re really looking forward to our lively spring performance and hoping the cold weather will all be behind us by then.
Magical Moments Sept23

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Mijin Jeon - Piano Students"
2023-09-19 13:10 - 13:50 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents “Mijin Jeon – Piano Students” on Tuesday 19th September 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Mijin Jeon has a reputation for mentoring young musicians and has produced some award-winning pianists. This concert will focus on some of her talented young students.
This concert is part of the Rising Stars Concert Series 2023. A new Tuesday lunchtime concert series that’s encouraging, supporting, nurturing and providing a performance platform for emerging young musicians.
Become a member of the Concerts for Christchurch Friends or Friends of The Arts Centre to receive special $10 tickets.
Pricing: $5.00 to $15.00
https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/mijin-jeon-piano-students/

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Christchurch Girls' & Boys' High Schools' Orchestra"
2023-09-20 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Christchurch Girls’ & Boys’ High Schools’ Orchestra” on Wednesday 20th September 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Harmonious high schools with maestro Michael Langdon
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00

Waimakariri Community Arts Council presents "Calathea Quartet"
2023-09-20 19:30 | Chamber Gallery Rangiora, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, 7400, New Zealand
We’re thrilled to present the Calathea Quartet in partnership with Chamber Music New Zealand. London-based rising musicians Claudia Tarrant-Matthews (violin), Eleanor Hill (second violin) Martha Campbell (viola), and Haydn Wynn (cello) will bring their fresh and dynamic programme to the Chamber Gallery, Rangiora on Wednesday 20 September, 7.30pm.
The Calathea Quartet is an exciting emerging ensemble comprised of musicians from New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, and England. Named Britten-Pears Young Artists for the past two years, the talented quartet formed in 2020 while pursuing postgraduate studies at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music, UK.
Opening with the shining clarity of the first of Mozart’s ‘Prussian Quartets’, the dynamic and fresh ensemble move into the evocative and lyrical writing of Aotearoa’s own Dame Gillian Whitehead. Imogen Holst’s Phantasy Quartet follows, with beautiful modal harmonies and pastoral sound work, before delving into Shostakovich’s gripping fifth quartet, a driving and dramatic work to close this exhilarating performance.
Our tickets are on sale now – available through eventfinda (sorry, no more cash tickets sales at the Rangiora Library -i f you are unable to buy online and wish to reserve tickets, please enquire at wcac.concert@gmail.com).
The Calathea Quartet is presented by the Waimakariri Community Arts Council in partnership with Chamber Music New Zealand.

UC School of Music presents "Lunchtime Recital Concerts - Voices"
2023-09-22 13:10 - 14:10 | UC School of Music Recital Room, 3 Hereford Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
UC School of Music presents “Lunchtime Recital Concerts – Voices “ on Friday 22nd September 2023, 1.10 p.m. to 2.10 p.m. in the UC Arts at the Arts Centre, Recital Room (unless stated otherwise)
These concerts are a fantastic opportunity for our students to practice performing with an audience and to learn about all of the moving parts that go into producing a concert.

NZ Choral Federation presents "Sing Fest 23"
2023-09-23 - 2023-09-24
SingFest 23
As you may already know, SingFest 23 – a festival where local Community and School choirs and singing groups are invited to perform at venues throughout the Christchurch CBD – is scheduled for the weekend of 23-24 September 2023.
Your regional committee is looking forward to hosting you and your singers for an inspirational weekend of song.
We have arranged for a variety of spaces to be available;
Riverside Market is again supporting our event, as are the Christchurch Art Gallery, The Arts Centre, the ANZ Centre, and The Crossing. We would love to see a capella trios or quartets performing on the Christchurch Tram. The Hack Circle, Hagley Park Band Rotunda, and Tūranga Plaza are open-air spaces without access to power, while under the arch at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, Cathedral Square, and in front of the Bridge of Remembrance are open-air spaces with access to power.
All the available spaces and their details are listed on the google form.
We encourage you and your singers to head into the city and check out the spaces listed, to see the potential for your group. When you have worked out the days / times / spaces that would suit, please complete the google form by Friday 25th August, so that we have a few details about your group, and can make sure we find a place for you to share your gifts with the city. We encourage a couple of 20-30 minute slots, if possible.
An exciting new addition to the SingFest programme is a Group Singalong at Fat Eddie’s at 4:30pm on Sunday 24th September. It will be a fun opportunity to bring along family or friends who haven’t sung in a while, or who just enjoy raising their voices with fellow singers.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Ngā mihi nui,
Helen Charlton
Chair, Canterbury/West Coast, NZCF
chair.cwcnzcf@gmail.com
027 227 4241

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Heleen du Plessis (cello) & Terence Dennis (piano)
2023-09-25 13:10 - 13:50 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents “Heleen du Plessis (cello) & Terence Dennis (piano)” on Monday 25th September 2023 from 1.10p.m to 1.50pm at Great Hall at The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Pricing: $5.00 to $20.00
Heleen du Plessis is a highly qualified, inspirational cellist, the innovative mind behind and leader of creative research-led performance projects, teacher of cello, chamber music and pedagogy of cello and music teaching.
Terence Dennis has been acclaimed both overseas and in New Zealand for his performances, teaching, masterclasses and presentations, regularly partnering with leading resident musicians and distinguished visiting artists in recital including Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Bryn Terfel, Sir Donald McIntyre, Sarah Walker and cellist Maria Kliegel.
Both musicians are pivotal mentors, inspiring and nurturing students at Otago University in Dunedin.
They will be performing Sonata for Cello and Piano in G minor Op.19 and Vocalise by Rachmaninoff.
This concert is part of the Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023, showcasing a remarkable line-up of renowned local, national and international artists performing in a beautiful heritage venue.
Become a member of the Concerts for Christchurch Friends or Friends of the Arts Centre to receive special $15 tickets.
Contact: Leonie Reschenberg
Email:http://marketing @artscentre.org.nz
Website: https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/heleen-du-plessis-cello-and-terence-dennis-piano/

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Polly Lee (piano)"
2023-09-26 13:10 - 13:50 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents “Polly Lee (piano)” on Tuesday 26th September 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Polly is a year 11 music scholar at Rangi Ruru Girls’ School. She plays both piano and violin and has played piano with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and 1st violin with the NZSO National Youth Orchestra.
This concert is part of the Rising Stars Concert Series 2023. A new Tuesday lunchtime concert series that’s encouraging, supporting, nurturing and providing a performance platform for emerging young musicians.
Become a member of the Concerts for Christchurch Friends or Friends of The Arts Centre to receive special $10 tickets.
Pricing: $5.00 to $15.00
https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/polly-lee-piano/

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - University of Canterbury School of Music"
2023-09-27 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – University of Canterbury School of Music ” on Wednesday 27th September 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Top local talent on display
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00

UC School of Music presents "Lunchtime Recital Concerts - Percussion in the Great Hall"
2023-09-29 13:10 - 14:10 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
UC School of Music presents “Lunchtime Recital Concerts – Percussion in the Great Hall “ on Friday 29th September 2023, 1.10 p.m. to 2.10 p.m. in the Great Hall, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
These concerts are a fantastic opportunity for our students to practice performing with an audience and to learn about all of the moving parts that go into producing a concert.

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023"
2023-10-02 13:10 - 13:50 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023 presents “Brett Painter and Roanna Funcke (Percussion)” on Monday 2nd October 2023, 1.10 p.m to 1.50 p.m at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Our masters of percussion Brett Painter and Roanna Funcke will perform music from the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa and Europe, on marimba, Caribbean steel pans and hand percussion.
Prices:

Adults $20.00
Concerts for Christchurch Friends and Friends of The Arts Centre $15.00
Students $10.00
17 years and under $5.00

On the Day: Purchase tickets at the Great Hall entrance from midday on the day of the concert.
In Advance: Book your tickets online at www.artscentre.org.nz
Email: concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Justin Hodges (violin)"
2023-10-03 13:10 - 13:50 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents “Polly Lee (piano)” on Tuesday 26th September 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Justin is a superb young violinist. He has been awarded with numerous scholarships and awards and has performed with the NZSO National Youth Orchestra in recent years. Justin has a passion for chamber music solo works and orchestral music.
This concert is part of the Rising Stars Concert Series 2023. A new Tuesday lunchtime concert series that’s encouraging, supporting, nurturing and providing a performance platform for emerging young musicians.
Become a member of the Concerts for Christchurch Friends or Friends of The Arts Centre to receive special $10 tickets.
Pricing: $5.00 to $15.00
https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/justin-hodges-violin/

Christopher's Classics Season XXVIII - 2023 presents " Ghost Trio"
2023-10-03 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christopher’s Classics Season XXVIII – 2023 presents “Ghost Trio” on Tuesday 3rd October 2023, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Monique Lapins (violin)
Ken Ichinose (cello)
Gabriela Glapska (piano)
Beethoven – Piano Trio in D Major Op. 70 ‘Ghost’
Norris – ‘Dirty Pixels’
Tansman – Piano Trio No. 2
Brahms – Trio in C minor Op. 101
Named for Beethoven’s famous work for piano trio, the Ghost Trio was founded in mid-2019 as one of Gabriela’s PhD recital projects.
Having quickly realised that they immensely enjoy playing together, they decided to continue working as a trio. All three are accomplished soloists and chamber musicians with diverse backgrounds. Despite their recent formation as a trio, they have already gained reputation as one of the most refreshing and enjoyable chamber groups in Aotearoa.
The trio has focused on exploring a new approach to the greatest music written for piano trio, as well as the discovery of less-known contemporary treasures of the piano trio repertoire.
Doris Barnard, 0204 240551 or Email: treasurer.christophers.classics@gmail.com
Series XXVIII Concert Prices

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CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - GO Music"
2023-10-04 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One -GO Music ” on Wednesday 4th October 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Promising players take a bow
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00
