Christchurch Symphony Orchestra
Catching up with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra
We speak to CEO Gretchen la Roche about what the orchestra has been up to in lockdown. Audio
Eve de CASTRO-ROBINSON: Triple Clarinet Concerto
Eve de CASTRO-ROBINSON: Triple Clarinet Concerto. Ellen Deverall, Richard Haynes, Andrew Uren (clarinets), Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Video, Audio
Michael NORRIS: From the Lonely Margins of the Sea
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, Marco Zuccarini (conductor). Recorded by RNZ Concert, 27 March 2010 Audio
Robin TOAN: Island of Wine
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, Tom Woods (conductor). Recorded by RNZ Concert, 2 May 2009 Audio
Dylan LARDELLI: Pan Awakes
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, Tom Woods (conductor). Recorded by RNZ Concert, 21 September 2013 Audio
GAO PING: The Mountain
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey (conductor). Recorded by RNZ Concert, 23 March 2013 Audio
Compassion at the heart of CSO 2020 season
The events of March 15 are central to the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra's 2020 season. Audio
Review: CSO's The Planets and Los Angeles Percussion Quartet
The Christchurch Symphony Orchestra made a racket with a diverse programme of Zappa, Holst and the world premiere of concerto for the LA Percussion Quartet. Tony Ryan was there. Video
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Review: CSO's Mozart's Requiem
The Christchurch Symphony Orchestra performed Mozart's Requiem this weekend. But did they impress? Tony Ryan was there.
A musician's nightmare: What if your bow breaks mid-performance?
Just imagine your bow breaking mid-performance. That's what happened to touring cellist Lev Sivkov while performing with the CSO. He describes what happened and how he brought Elgar's music back to… Audio
Gareth FARR: Roar of A Thousand Tigers (première)
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Video, Audio
ELGAR: Cello Concerto in E minor
Cellist Lev Sivkov with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Audio
LILBURN: Overture Aotearoa
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Video, Audio
Roar of a Thousand Tigers a fitting name for Sir Edmund symphony
Composer Gareth Farr describes how he turned the Kiwi spirit of adventure into a symphony. The specially commissioned piece celebrating Sir Edmund Hillary and his ascent of Everest has its world… Audio
Community outreach a priority for CSO
The Christchurch Symphony Orchestra has an innovative community engagement programme, including working in schools, partnering with dance companies, and much more. CSO's Cathy Irons and Gretchen La… Audio
Review: Moye Chen with the CSO
International pianist Moye Chen performed the rarely-heard Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No 4, but did it meet expectations? Tony Ryan was at the Christchurch Town Hall on Saturday night.
Pianist Moye Chen comes to the Garden City
Award winning pianist Moye Chen is performing in Christchurch this week. he discusses Rachmaninov with David Morriss. Audio
Review: Benjamin Morrison with the CSO a triumph
For many in Saturday night’s Christchurch audience, this concert was all about the return of Benjamin (Ben) Morrison and Korngold’s Violin Concerto. And that part of the programme certainly emerged as…
Emotional return to Town Hall for violinist
Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra's first violinist Benjamin Morrison was just five years old when he stepped onto the stage at the Christchurch Town Hall. This weekend is his return with the Christchurch… Audio
A new musical pathway at Christchurch Men’s Prison
Music filled the halls at Christchurch Men’s prison yesterday. It was performed by a combination of visiting professionals and inmates.