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

DOOR SALES:

Cash Sales
EFTPOS, Credit Card

Adult
Student (ID)
Adult
Student (ID)

Subscription Concerts
$40
$15
$45
$17

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

DOOR SALES:

Cash Sales
EFTPOS, Credit Card

Adult
Student (ID)
Adult
Student (ID)

Subscription Concerts
$40
$15
$45
$17

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

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

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

UC School of Music presents "Lunchtime Recital Concerts - Strings"
2023-10-06 13:10 - 14:10 | UC School of Music Recital Room, 3 Hereford Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
UC School of Music presents “Lunchtime Recital Concerts – Strings “ on Friday 6th October 2023, 1.10 p.m. to 2.10 p.m. in the UC Arts at the Arts Centre, Recital Room (unless stated otherwise)
These concerts are a fantastic opportunity for our students to practice performing with an audience and to learn about all of the moving parts that go into producing a concert.

Christchurch Civic Music Council AGM
2023-10-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Music Suite, St Andrews College, 347 Papanui Road, Christchurch, 8052, New Zealand
Christchurch Civic Music Council AGM will be held on Friday 6th October 2023, 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.
The Annual Report along with the Financial Statements will be emailed to Affiliates in mid-September.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Janet Cubey & Friends"
2023-10-11 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Janet Cubey & Friends ” on Wednesday 11th October 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
A feast of unaccompanied cello music & duets
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

Harmony Singers present "Side by Side"
2023-10-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Christchurch North Methodist Church, 68 Harewood Road, Papanui, Christchurch, 8053, New Zealand
Harmony Singers present “Side by Side” on Saturday 28th October 2023, 2.30 p.m. at Christchurch North Methodist Church corner Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui.
In a programme of familiar and new works, both uplifting and entertaining.
Under the baton of their new director Courtney Hickmott.
With their favourite accompanist Jean Rutherford QSM
Tickets: $15.00; Children free

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

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Beethoven's 5th"
2023-10-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Beethoven’s 5th” on Saturday 14th October 2023, 7.30 p.m. in Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch
Brahms wrote his Academic Festival Overture when he received an honorary doctorate in 1879. Using the largest orchestral forces of any of his works, he cheekily interspersed a number of student melodies into the work, including the ceremonial classic Gaudeamus igitur.
Auckland-based musical pairing of composer Leonie Holmes and pianist Stephen De Pledge premiere Holmes’ new Piano Concerto. De Pledge has been described as having a “laid-back, let-me[1]entertain-you manner” coupled with an innate ability to communicate with audiences through the keyboard.
The first four notes of Beethoven’s 5th are arguably the most recognisable of the entire classical repertoire – the “da da da dum” motif, that has been said to depict fate knocking at the door. Moving beyond the famous opening, the listener meets a composer whose rapidly deteriorating hearing has only further motivated him to deepen his compositional language.
Umberto Clerici – Conductor
Stephen De Pledge – Piano
Brahms – Academic Festival Overture
Leonie Holmes – Piano Concerto (world premiere)
Beethoven – Symphony No 5

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Tim Emerson & Friends"
2023-10-18 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Tim Emerson & Friends ” on Wednesday 18th October 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Surprising soloists and future stars
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00

UC School of Music presents "Lunchtime Recital Concerts - Varied Offerings"
2023-10-20 13:10 - 14:10 | UC School of Music Recital Room, 3 Hereford Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
UC School of Music presents “Lunchtime Recital Concerts – Varied Offerings” on Friday 20th October 2023, 1.10 p.m. to 2.10 p.m. in the UC Arts at the Arts Centre, Recital Room (unless stated otherwise)
These concerts are a fantastic opportunity for our students to practice performing with an audience and to learn about all of the moving parts that go into producing a concert.

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Dido and Aeneas"
2023-10-20 19:00 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Dido and Aeneas” on Friday 20th October 2023, 7.00 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
The origin story of the intimate opera Dido and Aeneas is shrouded in mystery. Scholars have trawled history, concluding that it was likely premiered at Josias Priest’s boarding school for girls in London sometime before 1689, despite there being no score from that first performance. The plot is taken from Virgil’s Aeneid, when Aeneas flees the destruction of Troy and ends up in Carthage, leading to a tragic love affair with Dido.
Australian conductor and harpsichordist Erin Helyard is acclaimed for his historically-informed performances. He directs this highly emotional work, guiding the audience through the drama that culminates in Dido’s final showstopper lament “When I am laid in earth.”
Erin Helyard – Music Director
Madeleine Pierard – Dido
David Greco – Aeneas
Carleen Ebbs – Belinda
Purcell – Dido and Aeneas in Concert

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Dido and Aeneas"
2023-10-21 19:00 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Dido and Aeneas” on Saturday 21st October 2023, 7.00 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
The origin story of the intimate opera Dido and Aeneas is shrouded in mystery. Scholars have trawled history, concluding that it was likely premiered at Josias Priest’s boarding school for girls in London sometime before 1689, despite there being no score from that first performance. The plot is taken from Virgil’s Aeneid, when Aeneas flees the destruction of Troy and ends up in Carthage, leading to a tragic love affair with Dido.
Australian conductor and harpsichordist Erin Helyard is acclaimed for his historically-informed performances. He directs this highly emotional work, guiding the audience through the drama that culminates in Dido’s final showstopper lament “When I am laid in earth.”
Erin Helyard – Music Director
Madeleine Pierard – Dido
David Greco – Aeneas
Carleen Ebbs – Belinda
Purcell – Dido and Aeneas in Concert

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Fiona Pears & Dan Robertson"
2023-10-25 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Fiona Pears & Dan Robertson ” on Wednesday 25th October 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Swinging strings
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

Chamber Music New Zealand | CMNZ Series presents "Reimagining Mozart"
2023-10-27 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music New Zealand | CMNZ Series presents “Reimagining Mozart” on Friday 27th October 2023, 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Pricing: Various prices. Tickets from https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/
This stunning new arrangement of Mozart’s Requiem by Robert Wiremu is brought to life by the internationally celebrated VOICES New Zealand Chamber Choir and instrumental ensemble under the direction of Dr Karen Grylls. This performance recreates the virtuosic yet intimate experience of the chamber forces as originally imagined by Mozart, creating a wholly new and fresh perspective on this remarkable work.
Contact person: Jody Keehan; Cellphone: 027 694 3640
Website: https://www.chambermusic.co.nz/reimagining-mozart

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Last Night of the Proms"
2023-10-28 19:30 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Last Night of the Proms” on Saturday 28th October 2023, 7.30 p.m. in Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch
It’s iconic and we know it! Sing along with the favourites in Christchurch Symphony Orchestra’s annual Last Night of the Proms. With ‘hits’ from the orchestral repertoire, and Aotearoa favourites, come as you are or come dressed up to this night of fun for the whole family.
Benjamin Northey – Chief Conductor

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Margot Button & Friends"
2023-11-01 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Margot Button & Friends ” on Wednesday 1st November 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Opera spills, thrills and trills
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
