He’s our best classical artist and concertmaster of the Auckland Philharmonia. RICHARD BETTS has a wide-ranging conversation with Andrew Beer.
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Real good, for free
Auckland Chamber Orchestra presents its usual array of interesting music. And it’ll cost you nothing to attend, writes RICHARD BETTS.
NZSO springs into winter
RICHARD BETTS previews a clutch of performances by the NZSO this month.
Let there be light – Luminata Voices
RICHARD BETTS chats with the music director of new women’s choir Luminata Voices ahead of its first performance.
NZTrio has head in the clouds
RICHARD BETTS previews NZTrio’s daring 2021 season and talks up their Auckland performance this weekend.
NZSO artistically rich but cash poor in 2021
The national orchestra has announced a season notable for Beethoven, Stravinsky and the effects of penury. RICHARD BETTS takes a look.
Monteverdi offers Messiah alternative in December concert
Bach Musica’s year-end concert is a performance of a less well-known but equally impressive alternative to Handel’s Messiah, writes RICHARD BETTS.
Beethoven no bummer in APO’s 2021 season
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra recently revealed its 2021 season to a Town Hall crowd. RICHARD BETTS took notes.