Music Canterbury

Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents Helen Charlton, soprano with Chris Archer, piano
2020-08-10 13:10 - 13:50 (Pacific/Auckland) | The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
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 – Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust members; $5.00 Students and children

The Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series brings together renowned local, national and international artists for a line-up of fantastic performances.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One with STAC Musical Showcase"
2020-08-12 13:10 - 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
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 provide delicious and good value food! Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre. (Programmes are subject to change without notice)
Donation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund

Seasoning Ensemble presents "Battalia"
2020-08-15 19:30 | Knox Presbyterian Church, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
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 by some of the most prolific Baroque composers!
This concert features Heinrich Biber’s “Battalia” – “10 Battle Scenes”. A programmatic journey through the scenes of the renaissance battle field! Also featured in this concert is Heinrich Schmelzer’s “Fechtschule” – “the Fencing School”! Other delightful gems and favourites by Vivaldi, Bach, A. Scarlatti, Handel, and Boccherini will take you on a vibrant musical journey through German, English, Spanish and Italian baroque styles!
Rakuto Kurano, violin
Hijiri Yamamoto, violin
Rebecca Harris, viola
Matthew Harris, bass
Lily Doak, recorders
Daniel Cooper, harpsichord
Kiel McEntee, archlute

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One with Alice Kuo and Veronica van der Knaap"
2020-08-19 13:10 - 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
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 12.45 p.m. to provide delicious and good value food! Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre. (Programmes are subject to change without notice)
Donation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Lunchtime Series of Young Musicians"
2020-08-25 13:10 - 13:50 | Ron Ball Studio, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
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 join our email family, email: concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com. Please go to Eventfinda for more details.
Artists, dates and programmes are subject to change.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One with Kilmarnock Edition"
2020-08-26 13:10 - 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with Kilmarnock Edition on Wednesday 26th August 2020, (in Music Centre) 1.10 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
Celtic music from Christchurch’s popular folk group
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 provide delicious and good value food! Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre. (Programmes are subject to change without notice)
Donation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund

Sunday Classics Inc. Christopher's Classics Series XXV programme presents "Tennant-Austin Duo"
2020-08-27 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Sunday Classics Inc. Christopher’s Classics Series XXV programme presents “Tennant-Austin Duo (James Tennant cello, Katherine Austin piano)” on Thursday 27th August 2020, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Programme:
Beethoven ~ Cello Sonata No.3 in A major, Op. 69 ;
John Psathas ~ Halo;
Chopin ~ Cello Sonata in G minor, Op. 65.
The downloadable brochure including subscription information is available on the Christopher’s Classics Website https://www.christophersclassics.nz under ‘Concerts 2020’
Acknowledgements Christopher’s Classics thanks The Rata Foundation, Gloria Streat, Antonio Strings, Chamber Music New Zealand and private donors, whose patronage grants and sponsorship make these concerts possible.
“The busiest lives deserve beautiful music”

IRMT presents "Katherine Austin Piano Masterclass"
2020-08-29 13:30 - 16:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
IRMT presents “Katherine Austin Piano Masterclass” on Saturday 29th August 2020, 1.30 p.m to 4.30 p.m. at The Chamber, The Piano Centre for Music and the Arts, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
The Christchurch Branch of the IRMT are delighted to announce that Katherine Austin will be giving a Masterclass at The Piano for four advanced level students. Come along and watch as Katherine puts the four lucky students through their paces.
IRMT member: $25.00
Non IRMT member: $35.00
Students and Masterclass participants: $15.00
Katherine Austin Masterclass
Head of Piano Studies for the University of Waikato Conservatorium of Music, Katherine Austin is one of New Zealand’s leading pianists and performs regularly around NZ and overseas, touring frequently for Chamber Music New Zealand and broadcasting regularly on Radio New Zealand Concert. Pianist of the Tennant-Austin Duo for the past 23 years, her work with the New Zealand Chamber Soloists (since 2006) now occupies a large portion of her performing and concert life.
Austin graduated Master of Music with First Class Honours in Piano Performance from Auckland University, where her teachers were Janetta McStay and Bryan Sayer. In 1982 she won both the NZ Young Performer of the Year (PACANZ) and the TVNZ/NZSO New Zealand Young Musician of the Year, playing Schumann’s Piano Concerto with the NZSO. Seven years of study and performance in London and Europe followed, included a full scholarship to the Royal College of Music London to study with renowned Russian pianist and teacher Irina Zaritskaya, as well as postgraduate studies at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. In 1987, Austin won the Top Duo Prize in the Stresa International Chamber Music Competition in Italy, performing with cellist Vincenzo Giuliani.
Her students from the University of Waikato Conservatorium of Music have been winners of prizes and scholarships including the National Piano Concerto Competition, prize-winners in international competitions, full scholarships to ANAM (Australian National Academy of Music [post graduate performance school] and to music institutions in Germany and the UK.

CSO presents "Beethoven 250"
2020-08-29 19:30 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Beethoven 250

Saturday 29th August 2020, 7:30pm
Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall
Benjamin Northey – Chief Conductor
Benjamin Morrison – Violin
Anna Leese – Soprano
Dominica Matthews – Mezzo Soprano
Nicholas Jones – Tenor
Josè Carbō – Baritone
CSO Chorus
Ludwig van Beethoven – Egmont Overture
Ludwig van Beethoven – Concerto for Violin
Ludwig van Beethoven – Mass in C

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Born in 1770 in Bonn, Germany, Ludwig van Beethoven is widely acknowledged as one of the greatest composers of all time. His music was as radical as his political views and frequently shocked audiences with its innovative use of rhythm and harmony.
Considered one of the masterpieces for violin and orchestra, Beethoven’s violin concerto contains moments of stunning virtuosity and poetic depth. Returning to perform this work with the CSO is Christchurch-born, Vienna Philharmonic first violinist, Benjamin Morrison.
At the time of its first performance, Beethoven’s Mass in C was not well received by audiences due to its revolutionary ideas. Today, it is embraced by audiences globally and loved for its potent drama and vocal power.

Nut Point Centre presents "The Mike Bickers Boptet"
2020-08-29 19:30 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “The Mike Bickers Boptet” on Saturday 29th August 2020 at 7.30 p.m.
Featuring:

Mike Bickers (trumpet and flugelhorn)
Mike Kime (double bass)
Lana Law (baritone and alto sax)
Jody Keehan (alto sax and vocals)
Allan Hawes (tenor sax and clarinet)
David Wallace (tenor and bass trombone)
Katie Martin (piano and keyboards)
Lou Moverty (drums)

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Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents Garden City Big Band
2020-08-31 13:10 - 13:50 | The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents “Garden City Big Band” on Monday 31st August 2020, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall, Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch
The GCBB has a full big band line-up consisting of some of the best local musicians and vocalists. The band performs a wide variety of music ranging from classic swing and dance music, from the Big Band era, right through to more contemporary sounds.

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 – Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust members; $5.00 Students and children

The Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series brings together renowned local, national and international artists for a line-up of fantastic performances.

Chamber Music NZ presents "Blackbird Ensemble"
2020-08-31 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music NZ presents Blackbird Ensemble
Monday 31 August
7:30pm
The Piano – Armagh Street
Claire Cowan’s Blackbird Ensemble are thrill-seekers, liberty takers and musical magpies inviting you into their treasure-filled nest.
This ground-breaking young New Zealand ensemble walks the line between genres with traditional instruments and weird and wonderful new ones. In this concert Blackbird Ensemble explores new territories through a retro-futurist lens, creating ritualistic performances of music spanning multiple centuries, that will leave you feeling like you’ve time-travelled into a strange new reality.
Website: http://www.chambermusic.co.nz
Contact and bookings: 0800-CONCERT

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Lunchtime Series of Young Musicians"
2020-09-01 13:10 - 13:50 | Ron Ball Studio, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Justin Hodges – Violin Recital“ on Tuesday 1st September 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 join our email family, email: concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com. Please go to Eventfinda for more details.
Artists, dates and programmes are subject to change.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One with John Linker - organ"
2020-09-02 13:10 - 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with John Linker – organ on Wednesday 2nd September 2020, 1.10 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
Guilmant & Rheinberger: soulful sonatas from France & Germany
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 provide delicious and good value food! Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre. (Programmes are subject to change without notice)
Donation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund

Sunday Classics Inc. Christopher's Classics Series XXV programme presents "Aroha String Quartet"
2020-09-03 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Sunday Classics Inc. Christopher’s Classics Series XXV programme presents “Aroha String Quartet” (Haihong Liu violin, Konstanze Artmann violin, Zhongxian Jin viola, Robert Orbell cello) with Robert Orr oboe on Thursday 3rd September 2020, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Programme:
Britten ~ Phantasy Quartet for Oboe and String Trio in F minor, Op. 2;
Beethoven ~ String Quartet No. 7 in F major, Op. 59 No. 1 “Rasumovsky”;
Alex Taylor ~ Refrain for String Quartet;
Bliss ~ Quintet for Oboe and String Quartet, op. 44.
The downloadable brochure including subscription information is available on the Christopher’s Classics Website https://www.christophersclassics.nz under ‘Concerts 2020’
Acknowledgements Christopher’s Classics thanks The Rata Foundation, Gloria Streat, Antonio Strings, Chamber Music New Zealand and private donors, whose patronage grants and sponsorship make these concerts possible.
“The busiest lives deserve beautiful music”

Jubilate Singers present "Dido and The Pleasure Garden"
2020-09-05 15:00 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Jubilate Singers present “Dido and The Pleasure Garden”
A concert of Purcell’s evergreen opera Dido and Aeneas and the
Christchurch premiere of The Pleasure Garden, a witty, artful operatic
romp by Philip Norman and A. K. Grant. Conducted by Philip Norman.
3.00pm and 7.30pm, Saturday 5 September 2020
With soloists from The Opera Club of Christchurch including Samantha
Warhurst as Dido, Fernand Kenel as Aeneas, Sarah-Jane Rennie as Belinda,
Peter Hind as an Art Critic, and Erin Callanan as the ‘spectrally
dismayed’ ghost of Frances Hodgkins.
Accompanied by top Christchurch musicians Amandine Guerin, Jonathan
Tanner, Sharon Baylis, Tomas Hurnik, Matthew Harris strings and Grant
Bartley keyboards.
Tickets: $30.00

Jubilate Singers present "Dido and The Pleasure Garden"
2020-09-05 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Jubilate Singers present “Dido and The Pleasure Garden” on Saturday 5th September 2020, 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Ticket pricing: $30.00 and includes supper
Programme:
A concert of Purcell’s evergreen opera Dido and Aeneas and the Christchurch premiere of The Pleasure Garden, a witty, artful operatic romp
by Philip Norman and A. K. Grant.
Conducted by Philip Norman
With soloists from the Opera Club of Christchurch including Samantha Warhurst as Dido, Fernand Kenel as Aeneas, Sarah-Jane Rennie as Belinda, Peter Hind as an Art Critic, and Erin Callanan as the ‘spectrally dismayed’ ghost of Frances Hodgkins.
Accompanied by top Christchurch musicians Amandine Guerin, Jonathan Tanner, Sharon Baylis, Tomas Hurnik, Matthew Harris strings and Daniel Cooper keyboards.
Contact Person: Vivien Hicks; Email: vivienhicks@gmail.com
Website: http://www.jubilate.org.nz/

NZ Choral Federation Canterbury West Coast
2020-09-07 - 2020-09-17
NZ Choral Federation Canterbury West Coast presents: “SingFest20” from Monday 7th September to Thursday 17th September 2020, 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. at at various venues in Christchurch City Centre & Arts Centre.
Pricing: No Charge
Celebrate a city alive with song! Christchurch community and school choirs perform at the Arts Centre and in the Central City.
Community choirs sing in the city and at the Arts Centre on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September. No charge.
SingFest Youth (secondary school choirs) perform at the Great Hall, Monday 7th September to Wednesday 9th September. Donations at the door welcome.
SingFest Kids (primary school choirs) perform at the Great Hall, Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th September. Donations at the door welcome.
(All proceeds to the Arts Centre)
See the programme at Canterbury Choral https://chchch.nz/
Contact person: Christine Brennan; Email: chchchoirschristine@gmail.com; https://chchch.nz/

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Lunchtime Series of Young Musicians"
2020-09-08 13:10 - 13:50 | Ron Ball Studio, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “2021 Adam Troubadour Quartet (Grace McKenzie, KiHei Lee – Violins; Nathan Pinkney – Viola and Bethany Angus – Cello) “ on Tuesday 8th September 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 join our email family, email: concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com. Please go to Eventfinda for more details.
Artists, dates and programmes are subject to change.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One with Christchurch Girls' and Boys' High Schools' Orchestra"
2020-09-09 13:10 - 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with Christchurch Girls’ & Boys’ High Schools’ Orchestra on Wednesday 9th September 2020, 1.10 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
Harmonious high schools with maestro Michael Langdon
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 provide delicious and good value food! Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre. (Programmes are subject to change without notice)
Donation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund

Waimakariri Community Arts Council presents "Tres Cordes"
2020-09-10 19:30 | Chamber Gallery Rangiora, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, 7400, New Zealand
The Waimakariri Community Arts Council are proud to bring some of Canterbury’s finest musicians; Cathy Irons, Anna Maksymova and Tomas Hurnik to Rangiora.
“Tres Cordes” will delight you with Brahms, Kammel, Albrechtsberger, Resphigi, Beethoven, Martinu and Piazolla on Thursday 10th September 2020,7.30 p.m. in the Chamber Gallery of the Rangiora Library.
Adults: $35.00, Students $15.00 from the library or on the night, cash or cheque only please.

Nut Point Centre presents "UC Piano Students of Tim Emerson"
2020-09-12 14:00 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “UC Piano Students of Tim Emerson” on Saturday 12th September 2020 at 2.00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 per person ($10.00 for children under 10 years old)
To book: telephone 342 1033 or use booking form below

Knox Singers in association with Seasoning Ensemble present "emergence"
2020-09-12 19:30 | Knox Presbyterian Church, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Knox Singers in association with Seasoning Ensemble present “emergence” on Saturday 12th September 2020, 7.30 p.m. at Knox Church, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
Join the Knox Singers in association with Seasoning Ensemble for an effervescent programme of sparking choral and instrumental music as we emerge out of winter, and into spring!
Performances conducted by Daniel Cooper.
Choral and solo vocal items on the programme will be accompanied by an expanded Seasoning Ensemble, led by virtuoso violinists Rakuto Kurano and Professor Mark Menzies (UC School of Music).
This concert features the world premiere of a specially commissioned tone poem for chorus, soprano and orchestra by New Zealand composer Gabriel Baird entitled “de l’Hiver au Printemps” (from winter to spring).
The concert also features the vocal delights of soprano Holly Evans, tenor David O’Beirne, and bass Albert Bennett.
Holly will present the gorgeous “Schafe können sicher weiden” (Sheep may safely graze) from Bach’s Cantata no. 208, accompanied by the original orchestration of 2-recorders, archlute, cello and organ. Albert Bennett will perform the visceral “Ombra mai fu” (tender and beautiful fronds) from Handel’s Opera “Serse”.
All three soloists will join the Knox Singers accompanied by Seasoning Ensemble for a performance of Schubert’s Mass in G-major.
Get your tickets now! Don’t miss out on this incredible performance!
$25
$20 (concession)
$10 (child)
Tickets available from EventFinda.
Made possible through the Knox Church Music Programme (supported by the Hercus Family)

Christchurch City Choir presents "Sounds of Spring"
2020-09-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Aldersgate Centre, 309 Durham Street North, Christchurch, 8013
Christchurch City Choir presents “Sounds of Spring” on Saturday 12th September 2020, 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. at Aldersgate Centre, 309 Durham Street, Christchurch.
As we enjoy longer days and warmer weather, join us to celebrate the seasonal change in song and observe the 250th birthday of Ludwig van Beethoven and the 75th birthday of John Rutter and a bit of Shearing (even though it’s not his birthday).
Christchurch City Choir joined by brass players from Addington Brass Band, in the newly open Aldersgate Centre, this is a night not to be missed.
Tickets available from Eventfinda.
Contact: Annie at (03) 348 0228
Website: http://www.citychoir.co.nz

Christchurch Secondary Students' Orchestra Festival
2020-09-13 09:00 - 18:00 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Christchurch Secondary Students’ Orchestra Festival
Date: Sunday 13th September 2020 from 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.

Organiser: Cathy Irons; Cellphone: 021 142 4849; Email: communityengagement@cso.co.nz

Christchurch School of Music presents "CSM Festival of Adult Music Learning Gala Concert"
2020-09-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Aldersgate Centre, 309 Durham Street North, Christchurch, 8013
Christchurch School of Music presents “CSM Festival of Adult Music Learning Gala Concert” on Sunday 13th September 2020, 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. at Aldersgate Centre, 309 Durham Street, Christchurch
Pricing: $10.00 Adults; $5.00 Senior and Students
CSM celebrates adult music learning with a Gala Concert featuring its adult ensembles.
Participating groups are Windjammers, Windpower, Clarinet Ensemble, Saxophone Ensemble, Stringendo, Jazz Combo, Concert Band with guest choir, Cantabile
Contact person: Celia Stewart, Email: musdir@csm.org.nz

Knox Singers in association with Seasoning Ensemble present "emergence"
2020-09-13 14:30 | Knox Presbyterian Church, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Knox Singers in association with Seasoning Ensemble present “emergence” on Sunday 13th September 2020, 2.30 p.m. at Knox Church, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
Join the Knox Singers in association with Seasoning Ensemble for an effervescent programme of sparking choral and instrumental music as we emerge out of winter, and into spring!
Performances conducted by Daniel Cooper.
Choral and solo vocal items on the programme will be accompanied by an expanded Seasoning Ensemble, led by virtuoso violinists Rakuto Kurano and Professor Mark Menzies (UC School of Music).
This concert features the world premiere of a specially commissioned tone poem for chorus, soprano and orchestra by New Zealand composer Gabriel Baird entitled “de l’Hiver au Printemps” (from winter to spring).
The concert also features the vocal delights of soprano Holly Evans, tenor David O’Beirne, and bass Albert Bennett.
Holly will present the gorgeous “Schafe können sicher weiden” (Sheep may safely graze) from Bach’s Cantata no. 208, accompanied by the original orchestration of 2-recorders, archlute, cello and organ. Albert Bennett will perform the visceral “Ombra mai fu” (tender and beautiful fronds) from Handel’s Opera “Serse”.
All three soloists will join the Knox Singers accompanied by Seasoning Ensemble for a performance of Schubert’s Mass in G-major.
Get your tickets now! Don’t miss out on this incredible performance!
$25
$20 (concession)
$10 (child)
Tickets available from EventFinda.
Made possible through the Knox Church Music Programme (supported by the Hercus Family)

Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents Naomi Ferguson (voice) and Alex van den Broek (piano)
2020-09-14 13:10 - 13:50 | The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents “Naomi Ferguson (voice) and Alex van den Broek (piano)” on Monday 14th September 2020, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall, Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch
This dynamic duo bring you a concert of their favourite songs. Drawing on jazz, folk and cabaret, this will be a delightful way to start your week.

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 – Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust members; $5.00 Students and children

The Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series brings together renowned local, national and international artists for a line-up of fantastic performances.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One with Yuri & Natalia M. Lomeiko"
2020-09-16 13:10 - 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with Yuri and Natalia M. Lomeiko on Wednesday 16th September 2020, 1.10 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
A Family Duo
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 provide delicious and good value food! Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre. (Programmes are subject to change without notice)
Donation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund

The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora presents "From Scratch"
2020-09-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora presents “From Scratch” on Friday 18th September 2020, 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. at Great Hall, The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Pricing: $25.00 per person
The legendary group, From Scratch, takes you on a magical sonic journey with original DIY instruments, creating rhythms and sounds and an unforgettable Pacifica message for eyes and ears of all ages. Featuring their stunning historic work, Pacific 3,2,1,Zero, their sound and songs are a conch call to the fallout of nuclear testing and climate change on low-lying Pacific islands. The inventive, highly rhythmic percussion group From Scratch is like no other. It has its own characteristic Pacific sound, performed on a unique array of original DIY invented instruments, including PVC slaptubes.
From Scratch guide their audience through a magical journey, part sculpture, part music, part ritual. Rhythmic and instrument invention lie at the heart of From Scratch and have earned the group an international reputation for visually captivating and sonically mesmerizing performances.
Their most memorable performances have been described as “… among the greatest in any art form to come out of this country”.
With a forty year-plus history, recently celebrated with an expansive art gallery survey exhibition, this NZ group is not to be missed! The From Scratch touring line-up is Adrian Croucher, Shane Currey, Phil Dadson & Darryn Harkness.
This performance is part of a season brought to you in association with Arts on Tour New Zealand.
Contact: info@artscentre.org.nz
Website:https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/from-scratch/
