Music Canterbury

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023"
2023-06-26 13:10 - 13:50 (Pacific/Auckland) | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023 presents “Darren Pickering Quartet – Small Worlds” on Monday 26th June 2023, 1.10 p.m to 1.50 p.m at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Darren has his heels well established in the jazz scene in Christchurch and with the recent release of his album Volume One, his musical future is set to expand exponentially. He has been receiving rave reviews for this well-crafted album and has audiences hungry for more!
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

Waimakariri Community Arts Council presents "Lixin Zhang - piano recital"
2023-06-25 16:30 | Chamber Gallery Rangiora, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, 7400, New Zealand
Lixin is a brilliant young Christchurch pianist currently studying music at Colburn Conservatory in Los Angeles with Professor Fabio Bidini.
We’re thrilled Lixin is returning to perform in Rangiora’s Chamber Gallery during his short time back home in Christchurch. Lixin will be playing works by Chopin, Beethoven and Rachmaninov. This is certainly a concert not to miss!
Lixin Zhang – piano recital
Sunday 25 June at 4.30pm
Chamber Gallery, Rangiora Library
Tickets $20 Adults, $5 Students, available at Rangiora Library (cash only, no eftpos).
Lixin Zhang is 21 and is currently studying with Professor Fabio Bidini at the Colburn Conservatory of Music in Los Angeles. He started learning the piano at the age of four. Lixin was first recognised nationally at eleven years old for his musical achievements. He was awarded the Irene Lassen Exhibition award by the Royal Schools of Music for his first diploma exam. Since then, he has attained both the Licentiate Royal Schools of Music with distinction and the Trinity College FTCL.
Lixin won first prize in the 2016 Wallace National Junior Piano Competition and the special award for Best Performance of a Classical Sonata. Since then, he has won each of the major New Zealand piano competitions, including the National Young Performer Award, the Wallace National Piano Competition, and the National Concerto Competition. Lixin received the Silver Medal at the 2021 Gina Bachauer International Young Artists Piano Competition and was a Semifinalist at the 2023 Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition.
He has given recitals in Asia, Europe, and New Zealand and has participated in numerous international music festivals including PianoTexas and the Aspen Music Festival. Rattle Records released Lixin’s first album ‘Play’ in 2018, which promptly reached first place in Radio NZ’s Classical Charts.
In addition to playing the piano, Lixin also plays the violin and has attained the Licentiate Trinity College London certificate. Lixin founded ToneAce Academy in 2022 with the aim to promote musical excellence in New Zealand.
For further information contact: Cathy Batchelor, Cellphone: 027 699 8640

Risingholme Singers' Concert - "Lullaby Of Broadway"
2023-06-25 15:00 | Risingholme Theatre, 99 Hawford Road, Christchurch, 8023
Risingholme Singers’ Concert “Lullaby Of Broadway” is being held on Sunday 25th June 2023, 3.00 p.m. at Risingholme Theatre, 99 Hawford Road or 26 Reeves Road, Opawa.
Music Director: Henry Nicholson
Accompanist: William Grubb
Guest Artists: Kien Ngo – Violin and Gabriel Baird – Piano
Pricing: $20.00 (Children under 13 free)
Contact: Jill Willmott – telephone 388 3235
Email: risingholmesingers@gmail.com

Resonance Ensemble presents "Danzon"
2023-06-25 15:00 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Resonance Ensemble presents “Danzon” on Sunday 25th June 2023, 3.00 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Conductor: Tony Ryan
Music by:

Khachaturian
Britten Milhaud
Ginastera
Marquez

Mark Walton is our featured Alto Saxophone soloists, for the exciting Scaramouche by Darius Milhaud
For further information:
Text 027 226 1100 or email
resonancechristchurch@gmail.com
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Woolston Brass presents "Seriously Brass"
2023-06-25 14:00 | Cashmere High School, McCombs Performing Arts Centre, 172 Rose, Christchurch, 8024, New Zealand
Woolston Brass presents “Seriously Brass” on Sunday 25th June 2023, 2.00 p.m. at McCombs Performing Arts Centre, Cashmere High School, 172 Rose Street, Christchurch.
Seriously Brass will showcase one of New Zealand’s finest brass bands, Christchurch’s iconic Woolston Brass with Music Director Tyme Marsters alongside talented Woolston Concert Brass with Music Director Phil Johnston.
Featuring the 2023 National Brass Band Championship repertoire in preparation for competing in the A and C Grade band events being held in July in Dunedin, this pre-contest concert will impress with the bands’ excellent technical skill and musicianship.
Each band will perform a Sacred Item, Own Choice and Test Piece for their respective grade showcasing the breadth of talent in the organisation.
Celebrating 132 years, join Woolston Brass and their Academy for an afternoon of contemporary music and be inspired by their musical excellence. An opportunity seriously not to be missed!
Book via Eventfinda Call Centre 0800 BUY TIX (289 849). Call Centre Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:30pm, Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays Closed. Phone booking fees may apply.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Abhinath Berry"
2023-06-21 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Abhinath Berry ” on Wednesday 14th June 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Piano masterworks: Chopin, Rautavaara $ Wagner-Liszt
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

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023"
2023-06-19 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 “The Blue Groove Organ Trio” on Monday 19th June 2023, 1.10 p.m to 1.50 p.m at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
The Hammond organ is a unique instrument with a strong connection to Gospel, Soul and R&B music. It rose to popularity in jazz in the Hard Bop era of the 1950s and 1960s with its highly distinctive sound gracing many classic albums. Join Tom Rainey (organ) and Paul Gilmour (guitar) as they bring to life the classic blues – tinged sound of soul and jazz, according to the Hammond.
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

Risingholme Orchestra presents "Remembering Doug: A Tribute to Doug Kelly (1922-2023)
2023-06-18 15:00 - 16:30 | Woolston Club, 43 Hargood Street, Christchurch, 8062, New Zealand
Risingholme Orchestra presents “Remembering Doug: A Tribute to Doug Kelly (1922-2023)” on Sunday 28th June 2023, 3.00 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. at The Woolston Club, 43 Hargood Street, Christchurch
Pricing: Adults $15.00/Children $5.00. Door sales available: EFTPOS or cash
Come along to a lively Sunday afternoon concert performed by Risingholme Orchestra under the baton of Philip Norman.
This concert highlights compositions and arrangements by the former Christchurch-based trumpeter Doug Kelly, who was a loyal and valued member of Risingholme Orchestra for 30 years.
Other works include Weber’s Bassoon Concerto with featured Auckland-based soloist Sam Brough, and popular pieces by Khachaturian (Spartacus Ballet Suite No. 2), Mascagni (“Intermezzo” from Cavalleria Rusticana), Saint-Saëns and Martini.
Contact person: Kate McSweeney; Email: mailto:risingholme.orch@gmail.com
Website: https://risingholmeorchestra.co.nz/

Cecilian Singers presents "Sunday with the Cecilians"
2023-06-18 15:00 - 16:00 | All Souls Church, 30 Church Lane, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014, New Zealand
Cecilian Singers presents “Sunday with the Cecilians” on Sunday 18th June 2023, 3.00 p.m to 4.00 p.m. at All Souls Church, 30 Church Lane, Merivale, Christchurch.
Pricing: $20.00 presales/$25.00 at the door
We have been working on a range of styles for our first concert of the year, including a capella pieces by Hildegard von Bingen and Thomas Weelkes, Schumann’s Drei zweistimmige Lieder Op. 43, NZ compositions by Leonie Holmes and Robert Wiremu, and featuring A Little Jazz Mass by Bob Chilcott.
We will be joined by pianist Sarah Kang, and double bass player Gerald Oliver.
The audience will also be treated to duets by Helen Acheson and Nicola Holt, who are both recent additions to the Christchurch music scene from Auckland and Wellington respectively; both are professional soloists and voice teachers, as well as active members of Voices New Zealand Chamber Choir. They will be joined by Sarah to perform Mendelssohn’s 6 Zweistimmige Lieder Op. 63, and will perform solo sections in two of the choir’s pieces.
Contact person: Julia Arden; Email: julia.arden@xtra.co.nz

Risingholme Orchestra Concert
2023-06-18 15:00 | Woolston Club, 43 Hargood Street, Christchurch, 8062, New Zealand
Risingholme Orchestra Concert to be held on Sunday 18th June 2023, 3.00 p.m. at the Woolston Club, 43 Hargood Street, Christchurch 8062
Further details to follow.

Royal School of Church Music, Canterbury Branch presents "Christchurch's Music Sunday"
2023-06-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Aldersgate Centre, 309 Durham Street North, Christchurch, 8013
Celebrated world-wide annually by millions of members, Royal School of Church Music, Canterbury Branch, presents Christchurch’s Music Sunday 2.00pm to 3.00pm 18 June 2023 at Aldersgate Centre 309 Durham Street North.
Featured are choirs from Christ’s College, S. Michael Church School, Saint Marks Church School, Medbury School, and Saint Peter’s School Beckenham.
For an interlude, Matthew Seinafo plays a selection from a Bach Organ Sonata arranged for piano.
All welcome to this free event with opportunity to offer Koha, if you wish, to support the work of the RSCM and Aldersgate.

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Call of the Wild"
2023-06-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Call of the Wild” on Saturday 17th June 2023, 7.30 p.m. in Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch
Music can transport us to faraway lands. Step into the colourful world of French orchestration with Ravel’s childlike Ma mère l’oye or Mother Goose, originally written as a piano duo for his friend’s two children, to encounter a cast of magical characters.
CSO welcomes thrilling Australian saxophonist Adam Page to perform John Psathas’ Call of the Wild – a vividly programmatic work that charts the experiences of Psathas’ own Greek family over the past century.
Synesthete Rimsky-Korsakov employed a glittering use of the full orchestra in bringing the tales of the Arabian Nights to life in Scheherazade. Audiences will hear Sinbad sailing the rocky seas, and have front row seats to Scheherazade’s outwitting of the cruel Sultan Shahryar.
Benjamin Northey – Chief Conductor
Adam Page – Saxophone
Ravel – Mother Goose Suite
John Psathas – Saxophone Concerto
“Call of the Wild”
Rimsky-Korsakov – Scheherazade

Christchurch City Chorus - Love to sing?" Come and join us!
2023-06-17 | Singer’ Studio, 5 The Oval, Christchurch, New Zealand
Love to Sing? Come and join us! with Christchurch City Chorus on Saturday 17th June 2023 (Audition Day) at Singer’s Studio, 5 The Oval, Hillmorton, Christchurch

Chamber Music New Zealand presents "AWE"
2023-06-16 19:30 - 20:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music New Zealand presents “AWE” on Friday 16th June 2023, 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Pricing: Various prices. Tickets from https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/
AWE is the musical project of long-standing collaborators and sonic explorers, Horomona Horo (Ngāpuhi, Taranaki, Ngāti Porou) and Jeremy Mayall.
Combining electronic sounds with taonga pūoro (traditional Māori instruments) and other musical elements, AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa with the musical textures of their imagination.
Their music creates unique experiences for audiences of all ages, drawing on musical traditions both new and old, stories past and present and bringing together different cultural practices and perspectives. The concert will feature material from their debut album as well as new improvisational pieces, where listeners are encouraged to move beyond convention into new sonic territory.
Contact person: Jody Keehan; Cellphone: 027 694 3640
Website: https://www.chambermusic.co.nz/awe

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Jeremy Woodside, organ"
2023-06-14 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Jeremy Woodside, organ ” on Wednesday 14th June 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Digital display on the high-spec hybrid
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

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023"
2023-06-12 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 “A Bohemian Affair” on Monday 12th June 2023, 1.10 p.m to 1.50 p.m at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Three superb musicians Tomas Hurnik (cello), Mark Menzies (violin), and Anna Maksymova (piano) collide to perform Gyrowetz (Vojtech Matyas Jirovec), Piano Trio Sonata no. 1 op. 45 and Dvorak Piano Trio no. 1 op. 21
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 Orchestra & Chorale presents "Festival Celebration Concert"
2023-06-11 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Orchestra & Chorale presents “Winter Gloria” on Sunday 11th June 2023, 2.00 p.m. at Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch
Programme Admission: $25 & $20
Leader: Natalia M. Lomeiko
Violin: Henry Nicholson
Musical Director: Don Whelan
CBS Winter Gloria Poster
CBS Winter Gloria Promo

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Airs and Dances"
2023-06-10 19:00 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Airs and Dances” on Saturday 10th June 2023, 7.00 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
The Christchurch Symphony Orchestra strings pull the audience back into 17th century Italy and France with Respighi’s Ancient Airs and Dances. Despite being from 1931, Respighi transcribed old melodies and dance styles that make this work equally fitting for an ornate French Court ballroom.
Hungarian composer Ernst von Dohnányi emigrated to the United States after World War Two, and his gentle and very French-inspired Harp Concertino was premiered in Tallahassee shortly after he settled in his new home.
Mozart’s father wrote to him in 1782 requesting a symphony for their friend Sigmund Haffner, a wealthy Salzburg merchant who was about to receive a noble title and needed music for the occasion. Mozart replied with “well, I am up to my eyes in work […] I must just spend the night over it, for that is the only way,” but the high-spirited symphony that eventuated was a resounding success.
Benjamin Northey – Chief Conductor
Helen Webby – Harp
Respighi – Ancient Airs and Dances (Suite No 3)
Dohnányi – Concertino for Harp & Chamber Orchestra
Mozart – Symphony No 35 (Haffner)

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Airs and Dances"
2023-06-09 19:00 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Airs and Dances” on Friday 9th June 2023, 7.00 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
The Christchurch Symphony Orchestra strings pull the audience back into 17th century Italy and France with Respighi’s Ancient Airs and Dances. Despite being from 1931, Respighi transcribed old melodies and dance styles that make this work equally fitting for an ornate French Court ballroom.
Hungarian composer Ernst von Dohnányi emigrated to the United States after World War Two, and his gentle and very French-inspired Harp Concertino was premiered in Tallahassee shortly after he settled in his new home.
Mozart’s father wrote to him in 1782 requesting a symphony for their friend Sigmund Haffner, a wealthy Salzburg merchant who was about to receive a noble title and needed music for the occasion. Mozart replied with “well, I am up to my eyes in work […] I must just spend the night over it, for that is the only way,” but the high-spirited symphony that eventuated was a resounding success.
Benjamin Northey – Chief Conductor
Helen Webby – Harp
Respighi – Ancient Airs and Dances (Suite No 3)
Dohnányi – Concertino for Harp & Chamber Orchestra
Mozart – Symphony No 35 (Haffner)

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Alexandra Watson, soprano"
2023-06-07 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Alexandra Watson, soprano ” on Wednesday 7th June 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
A classical delight: Monteverdi, Schubert & Bernstein
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

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Burnside and St Andrews - Chamber Music"
2023-06-06 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 “Burnside and St Andrews – Chamber Music” on Tuesday 6th June 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
June arrives and there is a plethora of school music competitions.
This concert focusses on Chamber Music and will feature groups from Burnside High School and St Andrew’s College.
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/burnside-and-st-andrews-chamber-music/

Friends of the Town Hall Organ Trust presents "Annual Organ Curator's Concert"
2023-06-05 14:00 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Friends of the Town Hall Organ Trust presents “Annual Organ Curator’s Concert” on Monday 5th June 2023, 2.00 p.m. in the Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall
Organist: Martin Setchell
Guest Artist: Thomas Eves (trumpet)
Admission is Free (Koha requested)
Sound the trumpet concert 2023 flyer publicity

Waimakariri Community Arts Council presents "A Night at the Gallery with Alexandra Hope"
2023-06-04 16:30 | Chamber Gallery Rangiora, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, 7400, New Zealand
We’re pleased to host our local talented soprano Alexandra Hope for our next Chamber Gallery concert on Sunday 4 June at 4.30pm.
Alexandra will take you on an inspirational journey through continents and over time, from French chanson, Italian opera and German lied to the wonders of musical theatre.
Alexandra studied at the University of Canterbury and is now completing her Master of Arts (Music) in Performance Voice and Composition. She has been a member of UC Chamber Choir, Consortia for 6 years. She performed as ‘Galatea’ in Handel’s Opera “Acis and Galatea” and ‘Belinda’ in Purcell’s “Dido and Aeneas”. She recently performed in the
Christchurch New Zealand Opera Chorus for the 2022 performance of “Macbeth” at the Isaac Theatre Royal.
For more information about Alexandra’s accomplishments and interests, please read her ‘A Night in the Gallery’ flyer attached to this email – I think you’ll be amazed! We’d love you to join her, and accompanist Iola Shelley, for this very special late Sunday afternoon of song, and the opportunity to meet and chat following her performance.
Tickets: $20 Adults, $5 Students – available at Rangiora Library, cash only please.
Proudly presented by the Waimakariri Community Arts Council.

UC School of Music presents "Lunchtime Recital Concerts - UC percussionists"
2023-06-02 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- UC percussionists “ on Friday 2nd June 2023, 1.10p.m. to 2.10 p.m. in the Great Hall, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch

Christopher's Classics Season XXVIII - 2023 presents "Arvida Quartet"
2023-06-01 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christopher’s Classics Season XXVIII – 2023 presents “Arvida Quartet” on Thursday 1st June 2023, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Arna Morton (violin)
Isaac Shatford (violin)
Sharon Baylis (viola)
Paul Lee (cello)
Selections from Last Leaf – Nordic Folk Tunes arr. by the Danish String Quartet
Pellle Gudmundsen-Holmgreen – String Quartet No. 2 ‘Quartetto Facile’
Grieg – String Quartet No. 1 in G minor op. 27
Formed by CSO musicians Arna Morton (Principal Second Violin), Isaac Shatford, Sharon Baylis (Associate Principal Viola) and Paul Lee (Associate Principal Cello), the Arvida Quartet present a programme entitled Nordania: a celebration of music from Nordic lands.
Contact:
Doris Barnard, 0204 240551 or Email: treasurer.christophers.classics@gmail.com
Series XXVIII Concert Prices

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SEASON SUBSCRIPTION:
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7 Concerts = $230.00
6 Concerts = $200.00
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Season subscriptions are available until 28th February 2023 from our website www.christopherclassics.nz

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CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Christ's College Music Department"
2023-05-31 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Christ’s College Music Department ” on Wednesday 31st May 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
A winning team of musical young men
A light lunch is available before each concert. 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 $10.00

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Rangi Ruru Girls' School - Musical Showcase"
2023-05-30 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 “Rangi Ruru Girls’ School – Musical Showcase” on Tuesday 30th May 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Rangi Ruru has a tradition of producing and nurturing very fine musicians.
Head of the Music Department, Janet Kingsbury, will present a programme filled with song and superb chamber music groups.
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/rangi-ruru-girls-school-musical-showcase/

Garden City Orchestra first concert of 2023
2023-05-28 15:00 - 17:00
Garden City Orchestra presents their first concert of 2023 on Sunday 28th May 2023 from 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. at a venue to be confirmed.
Pricing:
Door sales – Adults $15.00/Senior/Student/Child $10.00/Family $30.00
Contact person:
Rowan Sinton
gco.chch@gmail.com
Website:
http://www.gardencityorchestra.org.nz/

Jubilate Singers presents "The Earth We Share"
2023-05-28 14:00 - 16:00 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Jubilate Singers presents “The Earth We Share” on Sunday 28th May 2023, 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Pricing: $30.00 Adults and $10.00 Students
Jubilate Singers unplugged, purely choral, presenting haunting and compassionate music in support of our environment. A tribute to the diversity of life on Earth, long may it last.
The Earth We Share
Frank Ticheli (b. 1958 USA) Earth Song A prayer expressing the deep, universal longing for inner peace in a world full of strife
Clément Janequin (1485-1558 France) Le chant des Oiseaux An enchanting montage of Renaissance birdsong
Arvo Pärt (b.1935 Estonia) The Deer’s Cry A plaintive setting of ‘Saint Patrick’s Breastplate’, a traditional Irish prayer for protection
Murray Schafer (b.1933 Canada) Magic Songs ‘Humans may speak, but nature sings’ A provocative statement about the impact of humankind on the environment with the hope of bringing restoration.
Peaceable Kingdom: Oil on Canvas, painted about 1835 by Edward Hicks of Attleborough, Pennsylvania..jpegErik Esenvalds (b.1977 Latvia) Stars (with rubbed glasses and Tibetan singing bowls) words by Sara Teasdale. An ethereal work in the ‘mystical music’ oeuvre that lifts the listener to a place of cosmic calm.
Randall Thomson (b.1899-1984 USA) The Peaceable Kingdom A work based on the paintings of artist Edward Hicks exploring the theme of peaceful coexistence with wild animals.
Contact person: Steve French, Email: srjfrench@xtra.co.nz
Website: http://www.jubilate.org.nz/

Schola Cantorum presents "Peasants, Penitents and Pilgrims"
2023-05-27 15:00 | St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Telegraph Road, Darfield, New Zealand
Peasants, Penitents and Pilgrims – a programme of early music songs, both playful and prayerful
Saturday 27 May, 3pm at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Telegraph Road, Darfield
Featuring Schola Cantorum, conducted by Courtney Hickmott, with guest artists the Christchurch Recorder Ensemble.
Entry: CASH door sales only. $20 general admission. Children under 16 free.
The Schola Cantorum choir sings early European music, mostly unaccompanied. Visit our web page at https://scholacantorum.org.nz/
