International prize winning violin protege Benedict Lim Benedict has been studying the violin with university violin lecturer Stephen Larsen since the age of 7. Besides having won prizes at international violin competitions in New York, Czech Republic and Italy, the 18-year-old had also been invited to perform at the Peasmarsh Chamber Music Festival in UK,...

Christchurch’s Premier High School Jazz Band Competition JazzQuest is an annual competition showcasing the quality of some of the country’s top secondary school jazz bands and musicians. It offers young jazz musicians a chance to mix, mingle with and challenge themselves against others from around New Zealand. Bands are awarded gold, silver and bronze awards,...

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "University of Canterbury Performance Piano Students - Tutor Tim Emerson" on Tuesday 4th August 2020, 1.10 p.m. to 1.50 p.m. at Ron Ball Studio, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch Admission: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends; $5.00 Students To make a booking or enquire about any of these...

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" with Helen Charlton & Chris Archer on Wednesday 5th August 2020, (in Music Centre) 1.10 p.m. at  St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch. Faure, Beethoven, Bach and best of British Art Songs Concerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at...

NZ Opera presents "Opera in the City with Simon O'Neill and friends" will feature a beautiful programme of music performed by acclaimed tenor Simon O'Neill, soprano Natasha Wilson and baritone Edward Laurenson, who are all home because of current global events.  New Zealand based mezzo-soprano Kristin Darragh and pianist David Kelly complete this stellar lineup....

Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents "Helen Charlton, soprano with Chris Archer, piano" on Monday 10th August 2020, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall, Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch On the Day – Purchase tickets at the Great Hall entrance from midday on the day of the concert. In Advance – For reservations and enquiries email concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com Costs – $15.00 Adults; $10.00 –...

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" with STAC Musical Showcase on Wednesday 12th August 2020, (in Music Centre) 1.10 p.m. at  St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch. Choral & chamber items from St Andrew's College Concerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at 12.45 p.m. to...

Seasoning Ensemble presents their much anticipated "Battalia" concert! Battalia, a battle of the greats! SATURDAY 15th August 7:30pm - 8:45pm Knox Church, 28 Bealey Avenue $25 adult, $20 concession, $10 child (12 & below)  Door sales also available (Cash only) https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/seasoning-ensemble-battalia-battle-of-the-greats2/christchurch Twists, turns, drama, passion, and excitement! Don't miss this incredible concert featuring music evocative...

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" with Alice Kuo & Veronica van der Knaap on Wednesday 19th August 2020, (in Music Centre) 1.10 p.m. at  St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch. Mozart Fantasias, Schubert Allegro, Debussy Petite Suite Concerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at...

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Rangi Ruru Girls' School - Musical Showcase" on Tuesday 25th August 2020, 1.10 p.m. to 1.50 p.m. at Ron Ball Studio, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch Admission: $15.00 Adults; $10.00 Concert Trust Friends; $5.00 Students To make a booking or enquire about any of these concerts or to...