Music Canterbury

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Mijin Jeon - Piano Students"
2023-09-19 13:10 - 13:50 (Pacific/Auckland) | 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/

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

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

Christopher's Classics Season XXVIII - 2023 presents "Argyle Trio"
2023-09-14 19:30 | 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.

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

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Michael Endres - Piano Students"
2023-09-12 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 “Michael Endres – Piano Students” on Tuesday 12th September 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Internationally acclaimed pianist Michael Endres will showcase some of his young protégé in this special lunchtime concert.
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/michael-endres-piano-students/

CBS Music presents "Symphonic Splendour Concert"
2023-09-10 14:00 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Symphonic Splendour Concert” on Sunday 10th September 2023, 2.00 p.m. at Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch
Programme admission: $25 | $20
Poster
Promo

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents "Carmina Burana"
2023-09-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra presents “Carmina Burana” on Saturday 9th September 2023, 7.30 p.m. in Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch
Fortune spins her wheel – who will win, and who will lose? German composer Carl Orff was inspired to write what would become one of the most notable choral pieces of the 20th Century after reading Carmina Burana – an anthology of medieval secular poetry by the Goliards, a band of poet-musicians who celebrated the joys of life in their vivid verses on the seasons, nature, the tavern, love, lust, and everything in between.
Orff chose 24 of these poems to set to music, creating a work in three sections: Springtime, In the Tavern, and The Court of Love. Bookending the work is one of the most epic and universally recognisable chorus features in the literature: O Fortuna.
Benjamin Northey – Chief Conductor
Madeleine Pierard – Soprano
Oliver Sewell – Tenor
James Harrison – Baritone
Rachel Fuller – Chorus Director
Catrin Johnsson – Chorus Director
CSO Chorus
Orff – Carmina Burana

Christchurch City Chorus presents "Spring Sing"
2023-09-09 19:00 | Christchurch Boys’ High School, Straven Road, Fendalton, Christchurch, 8014, New Zealand

Chamber Music New Zealand | CMNZ Series presents "French for Rabbits"
2023-09-08 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music New Zealand | CMNZ Series presents “French for Rabbits” on Friday 8th September 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/
2022 Taite Music Prize finalists French for Rabbits bring their unique psych-folk music to the stage performing new and familiar songs.
Programme
String arrangements beautifully complement new compositions and fan favourites
Having toured in the US and Europe, opening for acts such as Lorde, Agnes Obel, and performed at SXSW, Iceland Airwaves, and WOMAD, French for Rabbits perform their exquisitely crafted, jewel-like songs together with a string quartet in an exclusive series of concerts in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, Ōtautahi Christchurch, and Ōtepoti Dunedin.
Contact person: Jody Keehan; Cellphone: 027 694 3640
Website: https://www.chambermusic.co.nz/french-for-rabbits

Christchurch Civic Music Council in conjunction with Music Education Canterbury presents "Strum Strike and Blow 2023"
2023-09-06 19:00 - 20:15 | Wolfbrook Arena, Jack Hinton Drive, Addington, Christchurch, 8024, New Zealand
Christchurch Civic Music Council in conjunction with Music Education Canterbury presents “Strum Strike and Blow” on Wednesday 6th September 2023 , 7.00 p.m. to 8.15 p.m. at Christchurch Arena.
This lively, colourful event has 1000+ primary school children playing ukuleles, recorders and marimbas.
For further information please go to the website http://strumstrikeblow.org/

UC School of Music - "Illuminating Hearts - Fundraising Concert for Nurse Maude Hospice"
2023-09-06 19:00 | UC School of Music Recital Room, 3 Hereford Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
UC School of Music presents “Illuminating Hearts – Fundraising Concert for Nurse Maude Hospice” on Wednesday 6th September 2023, 7.00 p.m. at UC School of Music Recital Room.
“Illuminating Hearts” is a fundraising concert for Nurse Maude’s new hospice. It features up-and-coming young musicians from the University of Canterbury who have come together independently to support the creation of a new hospice that aims to provide a sanctuary of care and compassion for those facing life’s most challenging moments. Through their artistry, they become the embodiment of Robert Schumann’s profound words, “To send light into the darkness of men’s hearts – such is the duty of the artist”. The programme features a diverse range of repertoire that spans various musical genres and periods. Experience an evening of enchanting music and be a part of this mission of bringing comfort and solace to those in need.
All proceeds generated from this event will be exclusively directed towards the new Nurse Maude hospice, ensuring its vital services can be provided to those who are confronting the most difficult chapters of life.
Pricing: $20/25 http://events.humanitix.com/illuminating-hearts…

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Mark Menzies & Friends"
2023-09-06 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Kilmarnock Edition” on Wednesday 6th September 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Creative virtuosity from the brightest of 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

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023"
2023-09-04 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 “Anna Maksymova (piano)” on Monday 4th September 2023, 1.10 p.m to 1.50 p.m at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Christchurch-based pianist Anna Maksymova regularly appears in concert with members of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, the Tres Cordes ensemble, as well as at Dame Malvina Major Foundation events. This year she will be presenting the grandiose Pictures at an Exhibition by Moussorgsky, a work full of vivid musical imagery, excitement, drama and fairytale spirit.
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

Shaé Fundraiser Concert
2023-09-02 14:30 | Rose Historic Chapel, 866 Colombo Street, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Helen Webby, the Burnside Harp Army & small & big harp players are performing a fundraiser Harp concert on Saturday 2 September, 2:30pm at The Rose Historic Chapel, 866 Colombo Street.

All proceeds will go to young singer/harpist Shaé Robinet, who is facing a major back operation to take place in France in October.
Shaé’s family are fundraising to cover the costs of the operation & travel, and have created a ‘Givealittle’ page:

https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-shae-14-this-year-to-access-her-urgent-spine?fbclid=IwAR0XfLDq8ukRInnrerO6HOJDbwp36LFpZMFE3_A7n4CtQo3fdVlMj3dxVYI

Shaé & her parents Stéphanie & Goulwen are very grateful to the Music Council for this opportunity to ask for help. We would be grateful if you forward this invitation and link to your friends.

Come & enjoy an amazing afternoon of harp music, by talented young musicians, in the gorgeous Rose Historic Chapel!
Saturday 2 September, at 2:30pm, 866 Colombo St.

Christopher's Classics Season XXVIII - 2023 presents "NZTrio"
2023-08-31 19:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Christopher’s Classics Season XXVIII – 2023 presents “NZTrio” on Thursday 31st August 2023, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
Amalia Hall (violin)
Somi Kim (piano)
Ashley Brown (cello)
Enescu – Piano Trio A minor
Chen Yi – Tunes from My Home
New NZ commission
Dvořák – Piano Trio No. 3 in F minor, Op. 65
The NZTrio is recognised as a “national treasure” and “New Zealand’s most indispensable ensemble” (NZ Herald). The Trio, who are well known to Christopher’s Classics audiences, return for 2023 with a programme of classic pieces of chamber music mixed with innovative new 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 - Kilmarnock Edition"
2023-08-30 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Kilmarnock Edition” on Wednesday 30th August 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
Celtic music from Christchurch’s popular folk group
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Chicks From Corea - Jazz Combo"
2023-08-29 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 “Chicks From Corea – Jazz Combo” on Tuesday 29th August 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
‘Chicks From Corea’ aims to perform their own unique take on Jazz with a set list comprising of a variety of music, ranging from classic standards to the works of modern artists and their own compositions.
Burnside High School student performing include – Dylan Blundell (Drums), Dylan Jonkers (Bass), Monet Schutte (Vocals, Saxophone), Jacob Mullen (Guitar), William Kao (Trombone, Piano).
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/chicks-from-corea-jazz-combo/

UC School of Music presents "Lunchtime Recital Concerts - Contemporary Musicians"
2023-08-25 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 – Contemporary Musicians “ on Friday 25th August 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.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Tim Emerson & Friends"
2023-08-23 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 23rd August 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

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Louis Liu (flute)"
2023-08-22 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 “Louis Liu (flute)” on Tuesday 22nd August 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Louis Liu is a fifteen year old flautist from New Zealand. He began studying flute at the age of seven and went on to win the Australian Flute Festival Young Artist Competition (under 18 category) at eleven years old, the San Francisco international online flute competition, been awarded the Outstanding Junior Performer at the Galway flute festival, performed in the gala concert of the Guangzhou international flute competition. He is currently studying with Philipp Jundt, a world renowned concert flautist and professor of the conservatory of Neuchatel. He frequently takes lessons with Sir James Galway whilst he is in Europe. Upon arriving in Switzerland for a year’s study, he has won two major competitions within two months and solo concerts in Geneva, them being the CNSE Champion du Vent of Neuchatel and having won First Prize with Special Mention at the CSMJ, the national Swiss competition. He has won first prize at the International ONLINE Competition of the German Flute Society and was invited to play in Weimar. Recently, he has won the senior Scholarships from the CLEF organisation. A very prestigious prize arranged by Chiron Group. He has been one of Chiron’s students since the beginning of his musical studies and is also a major factor into his success.
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/louis-liu-flute/

Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust presents "Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023"
2023-08-20 13:10 - 13:50 | Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011
Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023 presents “The Vocal Collective” on Sunday 20th August 2023, 1.10 p.m to 1.50 p.m at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Originally known as the “Pops Choir”, and under the directorship of Richard Marrett, The Vocal Collective perform a wide range of repertoire, pop, rock, jazz, musical theatre, soul and swing. This will be a memorable and popular SUNDAY event.
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

Christchurch City Choir presents "Brahms German Requiem"
2023-08-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8011
Christchurch City Choir presents “Brahms German Requiem” on Saturday 19th August 2023, 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Christchurch Town Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch
Pricing: $14.00 to $56.00
Christchurch City Choir returns to the Christchurch Town Hall to perform Brahms’ magnificent German Requiem, Ein deutsches Requiem.
Conductor John Linker and the Choir are thrilled to be working alongside City Choir Dunedin, Christchurch Symphony Orchestra as well as soloist, Bass James Loelu, Soprano Elizabeth Mandeno and Organist Jeremy Woodside.
This emotional and uplifting work, composed by Johannes Brahms in the mid-1800s, is a moving tribute to the departed and a source of solace for the living. With its soaring melodies, rich harmonies, and poignant lyrics, the German Requiem is an unforgettable musical journey that will stir your soul and leave you with a sense of hope and renewal.
Contact: Teresa Scott Email: info@citychoir.co.nz
https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.aspx?sh=BRAHMS23

Chamber Music New Zealand | CMNZ Series presents "Hine Hoia"
2023-08-19 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Chamber Music New Zealand | CMNZ Series presents “Hine Hoia” on Saturday 19th August 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/
The New Zealand wars have come to an end, the pandemic has ravaged the country and Hine Hōia stands at the precipice of a world in tatters, until a chance encounter will change her life forever.
Programme
A contemporary revisiting of Stravinsky’s ‘The Soldier’s Tale’
Artists
Juanita Hepi – Director
Danny Lee Syme, choreographer
In this magical re-imagining of The Soldier’s Tale by Stravinsky, Ngāi Tahu/Ngātiwai writer and director Juanita Hepi and Cirko Kali’s Danny Lee Syme reunite with composer Hamish Oliver to bring you this epic saga of love, greed, trickery, tradition, and triumph.
Drawing on themes and forms from Māori oral history, storytelling, taonga pūoro, circus, and chamber music, Hine Hōia is a story for everyone, asking us what we’d be willing to give up for fame and fortune?
Contact person: Jody Keehan; Cellphone: 027 694 3640
Website: https://www.chambermusic.co.nz/hine-hoia

The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora presents "Aukahatia, Lisa Tui's Residency Concert"
2023-08-18 19:00 - 23:00 | Altiora, The Gym at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora presents “Aukahatia, Lisa Tui’s Residency Concert” on Friday 18th August 2023, 7.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. at Altiora, The Gym at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Join Lisa Tui and her bands of friends POU ATAATA & TOROA, and glimpse into the multidimensional experience of being a resident at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, of setting challenges and Aunty’s Yoga. Music, storytelling and more music.
Nau Mai, Haere Mai Whānau!
Performer Biography:
Lisa Tui Jonathan (Tainui, Ngāti Wairere, Ngāti Kahungunu) has a background in singing, song writing and musical theatre that spans genres: classical, some jazz, gospel, country, funk, and blues. For Lisa, performance is a quest to share stories and create connection.
A committed teacher, she has taught and facilitated singing for 22 years in many different settings: from delivering workshops in prisons (with Arts Access Aotearoa) to working with music theatre and contemporary vocal students at Te Pūkenga Ōtautahi. Her love for taonga pūoro began while studying New Zealand music at the University of Otago. Since then, she has been playing to learn with Mahina Kingi-Kaui in the ensemble Pou Ataata. Lisa has a degree in performing arts (music theatre), a diploma in teaching music in a studio setting, and is a qualified NLP Trainer for Practitioners.
Lisa is currently undertaking a three month creative residency at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre.
Cost: General admission $35 | Concessions (students, seniors) $30.
Cash bar for drinks and kai.
Contact person: Shelley Erskine; Email: mailto:shelley@artscentre.org.nz
Website: https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/aukahatia/

UC School of Music presents "Lunchtime Recital Concerts - Composers & Performer/Composers"
2023-08-18 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 – Composers & Performer/Composers “ on Friday 4th August 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.

CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One - Burnside High School Specialist Music Programme"
2023-08-16 13:10 - 13:50 | Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One – Burnside High School Specialist Music Programme” on Wednesday 16th August 2023 from 1.10pm to 1.50 p.m. at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch (or CBS Music Centre)
A variety of talented soloists and chamber groups
A light lunch is available before each concert at 12.45 p.m. A wide range of performers is featured, in a superb acoustic, often using the Steinway concert grand piano, or the 4 manual Rodgers Infinity Platinum hybrid pipe /digital organ. Groups range in size from small chamber ensembles to full symphonic orchestras, with a particular focus on encouraging young performers, and inviting citizens to be welcomed into the central city Catholic church.
Programme entry $15.00

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre presents "Lorna Zhang (violin)"
2023-08-15 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 “Lorna Zhang (violin)” on Tuesday 15th August 2023, 1.10pm to 1.50pm at Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
Lorna Zhang is a violinist from Auckland, New Zealand. She was a semi-finalist in the 2021 National String Competition. She was also a member of the NZSO National Youth Orchestra 2022. Having enrolled in the Chiron Music Academy since 2018, Lorna received the CLEF Scholarship from 2019-2022. Lorna is currently an undergraduate at the University of Auckland, studying under the guidance of Stephen Larsen. As a chamber musician, Lorna received the Helen Young Diamond Award in the NZCT National Chamber Music Contest 2020, also placing third in the 2022 contest. She is part of a chamber group, Kaha Trio, alongside Madeleine Xiao (piano) and Damon Herlihy-O’Brien (cello). The trio performs regularly around Auckland and is an ‘Aspiring Musicians’ ensemble in association with Auckland Philharmonia 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/lorna-zhang-violin/

Canterbury Philharmonia Concert
2023-08-13 14:30 | The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, 8140, New Zealand
Canterbury Philharmonia Concert on Sunday 13th August 2023, 2.30 p.m. at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch
For further details click onto link below:
http://www.canterburyphilharmonia.org.nz/next-concerts.html

Schola Cantorum presents "Peasants, Penitents and Pilgrims - songs, both playful and prayerful"
2023-08-13 14:00 | Sacred Heart Basilica, 7 Craigie Avenue, Timaru, 7910
Peasants, Penitents and Pilgrims – songs, both playful and prayerful
Sunday 13 August, 2pm at Sacred Heart Basilica,
7 Craigie Avenue, Parkside, Timaru
featuring Christchurch choir Schola Cantorum,
conducted by Courtney Hickmott
Entry: CASH door sales only. $20 general admission. Children under 19 free.
With the assistance of the Creative Communities Scheme and the Timaru District Council
The Schola Cantorum choir sings early European music, mostly unaccompanied. Visit our web page at https://scholacantorum.org.nz/
