Review: APO’s Symphonic Dances concert at the Auckland Town Hall
Might Rachmaninov’s Symphonic Dances become too familiar in our concert halls? Never.
Might Rachmaninov’s Symphonic Dances become too familiar in our concert halls? Never.
Napier Civic Choir’s numbers will be swelled by students from Hastings Boys’ High School.
The Gondwana Chorale showed its consummate polish in a cappella offerings.
APO concert lays on a menu of surprise and delight.
Technical precision combined with flair, passion and sheer talent in this performance.
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Tayla Alexander never dreamed the duet could land her a multi-million dollar deal.
An evening of fun and tenderness from the Auckland Philharmonia.
From their first performance together, the two artists shared an instant connection.
This opera has always been tricky territory with its sexual politics.
The orchestra clearly enjoyed Ernest Bloch’s vivid palette.
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One of the world's finest singing ensembles performed at Holy Trinity.
There was a certain charm in the brevity of these miniatures, says William Dart.
Joanna Foote’s effortless ornamentation has lost none of its charm.
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'Nessun Dorma!' The singer complained that 'elevated noise' caused undue anxiety.
Two NZ choirs enjoy the opportunity to work under the celebrated American composer.
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Sprightly woodwind injected high spirits into a dancing second movement.
The conductor talks to Elisabeth Easther.
William Dart reviews APO concert
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Pianist and conductor were determined to bring out the dance as a key to this music.
Prokofiev's sleek orchestration and sinuous lines were never compromised.
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