Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Outstanding Young Musicians 2018"
2018-09-18 12:10 - 12:50 (Pacific/Auckland) | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Maggie Ma – Cello recital” on Tuesday 18th September 2018, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Door donation: $10.00 Adults; $5.00 Concert Trust Friends and Students.
To make a booking pleease email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
The Concert Trust is very grateful for all the young musicians for performing in this series and sharing their music with all of us. We would also like to acknowledge and thank their mentors, teachers and families for their support.

Waimakariri Community Arts Council presents "Aroha Quartet - Light and Dark"
2018-09-18 19:30 | Chamber Gallery Rangiora, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, 7400, New Zealand
Aroha Quartet, “Light and Dark” concert
7.30pm Tuesday 18th September 2018
Chamber Gallery, Rangiora Library
$30 Adults, $10 Students, cash or cheque only please
Founded in 2004, the versatile Wellington-based Aroha Quartet of Haihong Liu on violin, Zhongxian Jin on viola, Robert Ibell on cello, and Ursula Evans on violin, will take you on an emotional journey, exploring a wide range of moods and soundscapes.
Aroha Quartet present “Light and Dark”, a programme that begins with the warmth and brightness of Haydn’s “Emperor” Quartet Op 76 No 3, with its famous variations on an anthem he wrote for Kaiser Franz II. It then enters the pulsating world of New Zealander, Ross Carey’s evocative Toccatina (Elegy).
The dark, sardonic mood of Shostakovich’s String Quartet No 11 Op 122, a profound work in seven short movements, is swept away by their final work: Dvorak’s gorgeous, much-loved “American” Quartet Op 96. Come along to immerse yourselves in this wonderful music!
Acclaimed as demonstrating “accomplished brilliance, soulfulness and sublime intensity in perfect balance and tonal unity” (The Dominion Post), the Aroha String Quartet is firmly established as one of New Zealand’s finest chamber music ensembles.

Bios:
Haihong Liu, Chinese-born NZSO first violinist Haihong is a graduate of the Beijing Central Conservatory of Music in the People’s Republic of China, where she won the China National Chamber Music Competition in 1995 with the Beijing String Quartet. As a member of that ensemble she enjoyed a varied international career of concerts, festivals, and competitions throughout China, as well as major cities in Asia and Europe.
After six years teaching as a violin and chamber music lecturer at the Xinghai Conservatory of Music of Guangzhou, Haihong emigrated to New Zealand with her family in 2001, initially joining the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra as sub-principal first violin, and moving to the NZSO in 2002.

Ursula Evans, Ursula began her violin lessons in Christchurch, and played in numerous chamber groups and orchestras of the then CSIM (Christchurch School of Instrumental Music). She was a finalist in the National Secondary Schools Chamber Music Competition, and of the National Concerto Competition (1982).
After completing a BA and Dip.Mus, Ursula was awarded a DAAD Scholarship for post-graduate study in Germany, where she studied at the Hochschule für Musik in Cologne with Professor Igor Ozim.
While in Germany she attended summer schools and masterclasses, played a lot of chamber music, and was a member of the Junge Deutsche Philharmonie.
In 1987 she became Sub-Principal of the Second Violins of the Essen Philharmonic Orchestra, Germany.
Three years later Ursula returned to the NZSO to join the First Violin section. Since then she has been active as a chamber musician and teacher.
With an NZSO Study Bursary in 2003, she went with her family to London to spend a year studying at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

Zhongxian Jin, Zhongxian is a sought after violin teacher with studios in both Wellington and Auckland. He travels regularly to China and Taiwan for festivals, masterclasses and coaching chamber ensemble and string orchestras.
Before moving to live in New Zealand with his family in 2001, Zhongxian was a violin professor for 16 years at the Xinghai Conservatory of Music in Guangzhou, China.
Zhongxian has been the violist of the Aroha String Quartet since its inception in 2004.

Robert Ibell was born in Dannevirke and brought up in Palmerston North. While training there as a school teacher he learned cello from Judith Hyatt in Wellington.
From 1986 to 1992 Robert lived in London, studying cello with Tania Hunt, Derek Simpson and Christopher Bunting. He played at music schools and in masterclasses (where his teachers included Alexander Baillie, Steve Doane, Anner Bylsma and Steven Isserlis), taught, gave recitals and played in professional and amateur orchestras.
Since 1993 Robert has been a member of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. He is also an experienced chamber musician. Formerly the cellist of the Nevine Quartet, Robert has been a member of the Aroha Quartet since 2009. He also plays in contemporary music group Stroma and fortepiano/cello duo Hammers & Horsehair, and is a Recording Artist for Radio NZ Concert.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One"
2018-09-19 13:10 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with Apollo Musicum on Wednesday 19th September 2018, 1.10 p.m. in St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
A kaleidoscope of string, piano and choral music, with a world premiere
Concerts begin at 1.10 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

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" with Apollo Musicum at St Mary's Pro Cathedral
2018-09-19 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with Apollo Musicum on Wednesday 19th September 2018, 1.10 p.m. to 1.50 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
Concerts begin at 1.10 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. (Programmes are subject to change without notice)
Donation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund

New Zealand Male Choir
2018-09-23 14:00 | Ellesmere College, 11a Leeston Dunsandel Road, Leeston, 7632, New Zealand
New Zealand Male Choir is having a Concert on Sunday 23rd September 2018, 2.00 p.m. at Ellesmere College, Leeston
Featuring:

Selwyn Youth Choir
Ellesmere College Kapa Haka Group

Ticket sales from:

Lions Club of Selwyn
Door sales – Eftpos available
Adults $20.00, Students and children free

Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents "Sweet Adelines Chorus"
2018-09-24 13:10 - 13:50 | The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents “Sweet Adelines Chorus” on Monday 24th September 2018, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall, Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch
Aiming to empower, involve, enrich and entertain, the Sweet Adelines have proudly represented Christchurch and New Zealand on the international stage 10 times to huge acclaim and success. This includes performances in Las Vegas, Hawaii, Houston, Carnegie Hall and New Orleans.
Get tickets at the Great Hall door from midday on the day of the concert.

Adults $15
Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust $10
Students and Children $5

Reservations and enquiries:
concertsfor christchurch@gmail.com
The Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series is brought to you by the Arts Centre and the Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust.
As proud sponsors, Bunsen cafe will have monthly concert deals available with presentation of programme.
Lunch bookings essential:
manager@bunsen.co.nz

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One"
2018-09-26 13:10 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with Christchurch School of Music on Wednesday 26th September 2018, 1.10 p.m. in St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
NZ’s oldest and most effective musical incubator
Concerts begin at 1.10 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

Nut Point Centre presents "GoGo Calypso"
2018-09-29 19:30 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “GoGo Calypso” on Saturday 29th September 2018, 7.30 p.m.
The best of Cuban salsa, ska and Latin Jazz.
Tom Harris Jazz Band and special guests.
Concert and light supper = $25.00 per person
To book: telephone 342 1033

The Cecilian Singers present "Melodies and Morsels"
2018-09-30 15:00 | Cashmere Presbyteri, 2 MacMillan Avenue, Cashmere, Christchurch, 8022, New Zealand
The Cecilian Singers present “Melodies and Morsels” on Sunday 30th September 2018, 3.00 p.m. at Cashmere Presbyterian Church, Rata Lounge, 2 MacMillan Avenue (corner Dyers Pass Road and MacMillan Avenue)
Music and poetry with high tea served!
Admission: $20.00 Family Concessions

CBS Choir and Orchestra presents Mozart's "Alleluia" Cantata and two Haydn masterworks
2018-09-30 15:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Mozart’s “Alleluia” Cantata, and two Haydn masterworks will be presented by the CBS Choir & Orchestra on Sunday 30th September 2018, 3.00 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street.
Admission will be by programme $20.00 and $15.00, available at the door.
Haydn’s Miracle Symphony takes its name from its first performance in London, 1795, when the pounding music and the sight of the world-famous composer conducting caused an over-excited audience to rush towards the stage, escaping with their lives when a great chandelier crashed down behind them on the floor.
Mozart’s Cantata Exsultate Jubilate, to be sung by Sarah-Jane Rennie, was written in 1722 for a celebrated 25-year-old Milanese castrato, Venanzio Rauzzini, also acclaimed as a harpsichordist and composer.
The major work on the programme is Haydn’s Theresienmesse, fourth of the six great Masses he wrote annually at the end of his life, incorporating all his creative genuis.

Arts on Tour NZ presents "Pluck" - Helen Webby (Harp)
2018-09-30 19:00 | Selwyn Art Gallery, 17 South Terrace, Darfield, 7510
Arts on Tour NZ presents “Pluck” – Helen Webby (Harp) on Sunday 30th September 2018 4.00 p.m. at Selwyn Art Gallery, 17 South Terrace, Darfield 7510
For further information go to Arts on Tour New Zealand http://www.aotnz.co.nz

The Knox Singers presents "time and space/s"
2018-09-30 19:30 | Knox Presbyterian Church, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
The Knox Singers presents “time and space/s” on Sunday 30th September 2018, 7.30 p.m., Knox Church, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
Programme:
Arvo Part – Salve Regina
Benjamin Britten – Missa Brevis in D
Programme entry: $20/25
For further information go to:http://www.knoxchurch.co.nz

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Outstanding Young Musicians 2018"
2018-10-02 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “University of Canterbury – Vocal Students” on Tuesday 2nd October 2018, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Door donation: $10.00 Adults; $5.00 Concert Trust Friends and Students.
To make a booking pleease email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
The Concert Trust is very grateful for all the young musicians for performing in this series and sharing their music with all of us. We would also like to acknowledge and thank their mentors, teachers and families for their support.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One"
2018-10-03 13:10 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with Christchurch School of Music on Wednesday 3rd October 2018, 1.10 p.m. in St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
NZ’s oldest and most effective musical incubator
Concerts begin at 1.10 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

Chamber Music NZ presents "Piers Lane & Hiroshi Ikematsu with members of the NZSQ"
2018-10-05 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music NZ presents Piers Lane & Hiroshi Ikematsu with members of the NZSQ
Friday 5 October
7.30pm
The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Programmed alongside Schubert and Rossini, CMNZ have commissioned Ross Harris to write a meditation on the trout fishing rivers near Turangi. His Orowaru – the rippling sound of water – was inspired, the composer says, by ‘the complex harmonic beauty of the rivers’.
Selling out performances at Wigmore Hall and frequently appearing with the Sydney Symphony and London Philharmonic, pianist Piers Lane joins members of the New Zealand String Quartet and audience favourite, Hiroshi Ikematsu.
Hiroshi Ikematsu (Double Bass)
Piers Lane (Piano)
Monique Lapins (violin)
Gillian Ansell (viola)
Rolf Gjelsten (cello)

Website: http://www.chambermusic.co.nz
Contact: Jody Keehan 0800-CONCERT
Bookings: Ticketek http://premier.ticketek.co.nz/

Nut Point Centre presents "Young Violin Concert"
2018-10-06 14:00 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “Young Violin Concert” on Saturday 6th October 2018 at 2.00 p.m.
Featuring:

Juliette Ma
Joshua Hooker

Concert and Afternoon Tea = $15.00 per person
To book: telephone 342 1033

Waimakairiri Community Arts Council presents "Lizzie Cook"
2018-10-07 14:00 | Chamber Gallery Rangiora, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, 7400, New Zealand
Lizzie Cook, Sunday 7th October, 2pm. Chamber Gallery, Rangiora Library. THIS IS A FREE CONCERT!
After studying in Paris at the International Theater School, of Jacques Lecoq, Lizzie returned to Aotearoa taking up accordion. Lizzie Cook’s music is original, with influences from around the globe as diverse as Colombian cumbia, Argentinian tango, Eastern Europe, Celtic Nuances and jazz. When combined with Lizzies vocals a beautiful, a vibrant and warm atmosphere is created. The lyrical accordion melodies create a setting that is both exciting and poetic.
Chris Searle, on drums, accompanies Lizzie. They have worked together for twenty years, recording three of Lizzie’s four albums so far. Chris is a drummer of subtlety and skill, who is an equal complement to the accordion and vocals. He has worked with many musicians, particularly Pacific Underground.
Lizzie and Chris are a unique sound for a special concert. The lyrical accordion melodies create a setting that is both exciting and poetic.
Lizzie Cook, an accordion player influenced by music from around the world, combined with beautiful, vibrant vocals. Come enjoy the warm atmosphere that is created when she teams up with Chris Searle on drums.

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Outstanding Young Musicians 2018"
2018-10-09 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Samuel Jeon – Piano Recital” on Tuesday 9th October 2018, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Door donation: $10.00 Adults; $5.00 Concert Trust Friends and Students.
To make a booking pleease email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
The Concert Trust is very grateful for all the young musicians for performing in this series and sharing their music with all of us. We would also like to acknowledge and thank their mentors, teachers and families for their support.

CBS presents "Wednesdays at One"
2018-10-10 13:10 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with University of Canterbury School of Music on Wednesday 10th October 2018, 1.10 p.m. in St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
A selection of this year’s top tertiary talent
Concerts begin at 1.10 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

Christchurch Civic Music Council AGM
2018-10-12 19:00 - 20:30
Christchurch Civic Music Council AGM will be held on Friday 12th October 2018, 7.00 p.m. at the Music Suite, St Andrew’s College, 349 Papanui Road, Christchurch
Please come along and support this event and meet up with other affiliated members and groups. Refreshments served from 6.30 p.m. onwards – meeting begins at 7.00 p.m.
Further details to follow later in the year!

Nut Point Centre presents "Stu's Brew"
2018-10-14 14:00 | Nut Point Centre, Cnr Old West Coast Road and Langdales Road, Christchurch, 7671, New Zealand
Nut Point Centre presents “Stu’s Brew” on Sunday 14th October 2018 at 2.00 p.m.
A Tribute to the Originals and Jazz arrangements of the Late Stu Buchanan
Reuben Derrick – Tenor Saxophone
Bob Heinz – Guitar
Lana Law – Alto Saxophone
Tony Lewis – Trombone
Nanako Sato – Piano
Jonty O’Connor – Drums
Special Guest: Paul Dyne – Bass
Concert, Wine and Afternoon Tea = $25.00 per person
To book: telephone 342 1033

Operatunity presents "Divas and Divos"
2018-10-16 11:00 - 12:30 | La Vida Centre, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand
Operatunity presents “Divas and Divos” on Tuesday 16th October 2018, 11.00 a.m. at La Vida Centre, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch.
We look into the lives and music of many of the world’s greatest singers of all time including Joan Sutherland, Maria Callas, Pavarotti, Caruso and Mario Lanza, singing some of the most famous songs of all time!
Season (8 concerts paid in advance – $28.50 per concert) = $228.00 each
Standard Ticket = $35.00
Pick ‘n’ Mix (4 or more shows paid in advance ($30.00 per concert) = $120.00 each
Groups of 5+ = $32.00 each
Groups of 10+: $31.00 each
Groups of 30+: $30.00 each
To book:
Telephone: 0508 266 237
Email: bookings@operatunity.co.nz
Website: www.operatunity.co.nz or www.daytimeconcerts.co.nz

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Outstanding Young Musicians 2018"
2018-10-16 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Rosemary Stott – Piano Students” on Tuesday 16th October 2018, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Door donation: $10.00 Adults; $5.00 Concert Trust Friends and Students.
To make a booking pleease email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
The Concert Trust is very grateful for all the young musicians for performing in this series and sharing their music with all of us. We would also like to acknowledge and thank their mentors, teachers and families for their support.

Christopher's Classics Series 2018 - "The Splendour of Venice"
2018-10-16 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christopher’s Classics Series XXIII programme – 2018

The Splendour of Venice – Platti and Vivaldi, plus Monteverdi, Legrenzi, and Caldara

NZ Barok with James Bush (cello)

Tues 16 October, 7.30pm
The Piano, 156 Armagh St, Christchurch

“The busiest lives deserve beautiful music.”
Witness the verve, style, and fireworks of cello concerti by Platti and Vivaldi. Hear the sound of music performed at San Marco in Venice including works by Monteverdi, Legrenzi and Caldara. Baroque cellist James Bush joins NZ Barok to take you on a trip to the magical world of Venetian baroque music….

“NZ Barok are a revelation…the distinctive sound of their authentic instruments in perfect balance”- theatreview

NZ Barok
Leading baroque specialists from all over New Zealand have come together to form NZ Barok, the country’s only baroque orchestra. These dedicated musicians perform using instruments and playing styles of the 18th century, breathing new life into classical and baroque masterpieces and lesser-known musical treasures.

James Bush
Christchurch born cellist James Bush, winner of both the Television New Zealand Young Musicians Competition and the National Concerto Competition of New Zealand, has returned to this country after many years in Europe, including 10 years working as principal cellist with Al Ayre Espanol. While overseas, he appeared regularly with Akademie fur Alte Musik, Berlin, with orchestras such as Concerto Kohn and B-Rock, and as guest principal cellist for productions with the Semper Opera in Dresden and the Palau de les Arts in Valencia. James has recorded with Deutsche Harmonia Mundi (SONY), Naïve, Harmonia Mundi, Challenge Classics and Winter & Winter.

Thanks to University of Canterbury School of Music for the loan of a harpsichord.

Door sales: Cash & Eftpos $45; full-time students with ID, $15
Online tickets Eventfinda – additional fees apply
www.facebook.com/christophersclassics www.christophersclassics.nz/
Media contact Diana Moir, 021 126 5738 dhmoir@xtra.co.nz
NZ Barok http://www.nzbarok.org.nz/

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One"
2018-10-17 13:10 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with University of Canterbury School of Music on Wednesday 17th October 2018, 1.10 p.m. in St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
A selection of this year’s top tertiary talent
Concerts begin at 1.10 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

Ruby Hay Piano Competiton
2018-10-19 18:00 - 20:30 | The Theatre, Rangi Ruru School, Merivale Lane, Christchurch, 8011
The Ruby Hay Piano Competition will be held on Friday 19th October 2018, 6.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. at The Theatre, Rangi Ruru School, Merivale Lane, Christchurch.
Further details to follow.

Waimakairiri Community Arts Council present "Hammers & Horsehair - German & Bohemian Music for Soprano, Piano and Cello
2018-10-19 19:30 | Chamber Gallery Rangiora, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, 7400, New Zealand
Hammers & Horsehair – German & Bohemian Music for Soprano, Piano & Cello
Friday 19th October, 7.30pm, Chamber Gallery, Rangiora. Tickets $30 an adult, $10 a student, cash or cheque only please.
Douglas Mews, on Square Piano & Robert Ibell on Cello, have teamed up with soprano Rowena Simpson to bring you a brand new Hammers & Horsehair show.
Come and be delighted and entertained by candlelight, with a spirited performance of music, from Germany, Austria and Bohemia in the first half of the Nineteenth Century, linked together by short readings.
Programme:
Kalivoda – Three Songs for Soprano, Piano & Cello Op 91 (11’)
Beethoven – Sonata in A major Op 69 for Piano & Cello (25’)
Schumann – ‘Scenes from Childhood’ for Piano Op. 15 (10’)
Schubert – ‘Suleika No 1′ D720 & ‘Im Haine’ D738 for Soprano & Piano (10’)
Schubert – ‘Shepherd on the Rock’ D965 for Soprano, Cello & Piano, arr. D. Mews (12’)
The musical pieces will be linked by short readings that reﬂect the era or the mood of the music, including reﬂections on the contribution of German musicians to life in New Zealand
About the Artists:
Rowena Simpson grew up in Wellington, Hamilton and London and began her performing career as a cellist, chorister and dancer. She studied singing with German soprano Rosemary Gordon and graduated with degrees in musicology and linguistics from Victoria University before leaving for The Netherlands in 1997, where she studied singing and historical performance practice at the Royal Conservatoire. While based in Europe, she performed with professional chamber ensembles and was a soloist in the baroque and classical repertoires. Since returning to NZ in 2006, Rowena has developed a freelance career in chamber music and opera, performing for many organisations including Chamber Music NZ (Barocca & Tōku Ao), Stroma New Music Ensemble, NZ Barok, CBS Music Trust, Pinchgut Opera (Sydney), Days Bay Opera and as a member of the NZ Opera chorus.

Douglas Mews studied organ and harpsichord with the late Anthony Jennings at Auckland University (New Zealand) followed by harpsichord studies with Bob van Asperen at the Royal Conservatory in the Hague. He is now a freelance musician, teaching at the New Zealand School of Music in Wellington and directing the music at St Teresa’s Catholic Church. In 2010 he recorded a CD on the Wellington Town Hall 1906 Norman and Beard organ for Priory Records’ ‘Great Australasian Organs’. His most recent CD (released in 2012) is ‘The Lost Chord’, also recorded at the Wellington Town Hall. In these concerts Douglas will perform on a square piano made by Broadwood in 1843.
Robert Ibell was born in Dannevirke and brought up in Palmerston North. While training there as a school teacher he learned cello from Judith Hyatt in Wellington. From 1986 to 1992 Robert lived in London, studying cello with Tania Hunt, Derek Simpson and Christopher Bunting. He played at music schools and in masterclasses (where his teachers included Alexander Baillie, Steve Doane, Anner Bylsma and Steven Isserlis), taught, gave recitals and played in professional and amateur orchestras. Since 1993 Robert has been a member of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. He is also an experienced chamber musician, touring regularly for Chamber Music New Zealand. Formerly the cellist of the Nevine Quartet, Robert has been a member of the Aroha Quartet since 2009. He also plays in contemporary music group Stroma New Music Ensemble and is a Recording Artist for Radio NZ Concert. Robert plays an 18th Century cello by an unknown Italian or German maker, gifted to him by Judith Hyatt.

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Outstanding Young Musicians 2018"
2018-10-23 12:10 - 12:50 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents “Grace Stainthorpe – Violin Recital” on Tuesday 23rd October 2018, 12.10 p.m. to 12.50 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Door donation: $10.00 Adults; $5.00 Concert Trust Friends and Students.
To make a booking pleease email:
concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
The Concert Trust is very grateful for all the young musicians for performing in this series and sharing their music with all of us. We would also like to acknowledge and thank their mentors, teachers and families for their support.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One"
2018-10-24 13:10 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with St Bedes College on Wednesday 24th October 2018, 1.10 p.m. in St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch.
Male voice magic with Helen Charlton & company
Concerts begin at 1.10 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

UC Christchurch Youth Orchestra presents "Halloween Concert"
2018-10-27 19:00
The UC Christchurch Youth Orchestra presents “Halloween” on Saturday 27th October 2018, 7.00 p.m. Venue to be confirmed.
Programme:
Mussorgsky – “Night on Bald Mountain”
Whitacre– “Ghost Train”
Piazzolla – “Oblivion”
Saint-Saens – “Dance Macabre“
Greig – “Selections from Peer Gynt Suite 1 and 2”
Tickets: To buy tickets, check on our Facebook page,or on Eventfinda for ticket purchase information for each concert performance.
Adults: $20.00 per concert
Concession: $15.00 per concert
Students: $5.00 per concert
Subscription Series: Get a great discount and buy tickets for all four concerts for the cost of three! Contact: musdir@csm.org.nz or call us (03) 366 1711
Adults: $60.00 for all four concerts
Concession: $45.00 for all four concerts
Students: $15.00 for all four concerts
