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NZ String Quartet Concert Streaming LIVE online 7 May 2012 News “Chamber Music New Zealand was instrumental in the creation of the New Zealand String Quartet back in 1987 and we thoroughly enjoy the long-lasting relationship we have built with the members over the years..."

Meet the Concert Managers 3 May 2012 News At the heart of every Chamber Music New Zealand concert in a main centre is a tireless and impressive concert manager whose job it is to ensure that the evening is a success from ticketing to front of house and beyond. Get to know each of our very special Concert Managers...

Weaving melodies with strings 20 April 2012 News A string quartet is a supple, adaptable musical experience unlike any other, according to New Zealand String Quartet second violinist Douglas Beilman.

Bryony's insight on the NZCT Chamber Music Contest 18 April 2012 News Former winner of the NZCT Chamber Music Contest Bryony Gibson-Cornish gives her insight and advice to this year's participants - "..play like it is the best piece of music ever written."

Dream jobs up for grabs at CMNZ! 18 April 2012 News Two vacancies currently exist at Chamber Music New Zealand. The Artist Development Manager will shortly be taking maternity leave, and is looking for a replacement for 12 months. The Business Support Administrator is a part-time, permanent position.

Special Subscriber offers 16 April 2012 News This year we're excited to offer an additional special benefit to our 2012 Chamber Music New Zealand Subscribers. Book a room at the luxurious Intercontinental Hotel in Wellington and receive a minimum of 15% off their Best Flexible Rate.

Wellington Chamber Music Trust - Sunday Concerts 2012 20 March 2012 News CMNZ affiliate and independent music society, Wellington Chamber Music proudly presents Sunday Concerts 2012, featuring the finest of New Zealand’s musicians and some from further afield. The Puertas Quartet add Auckland and Wellington to their NZ tour 15 March 2012 News Featuring New Zealanders Julia Joyce (viola) and Andrew Joyce (cello) and British players Tom Norris (violin) and Ellie Fagg (violin) the Puertas Quartet will play in Auckland on the 20th and in Wellington on the 23rd March.

Become a 2012 Online Ambassador & 20-somethings Social Representative 14 March 2012 News We’re looking for social media go-getter volunteers in their 20-somethings to ‘create a buzz’ online about our concerts and events and to be the representatives for our new 20-somethings initiative!

Kiwi Violist Joined by English Colleagues for String Quartet Tour 7 March 2012 News Two Principals of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, cellist Andrew Joyce and violist Julia Joyce, will be touring New Zealand this March with their ensemble, the Puertas Quartet. Chamber orchestra a rare musical treat 6 March 2012 News "How often to we get groups like this down here? A full chamber orchestra is a complete coup," Ms Sinclair said. "It's going to be completely different from anything we've ever had here."

VIDEO TV3: Classical ensemble I Musici in town 6 March 2012 News They have had a record that has sold more than Bob Marley's Legend, Madonna's Like a Virgin and Michael Jackson’s Off the Wall, but do not call them superstars. I Musici’s Concertmaster Antonio Anselmi says they are musicians. After 60 years, I Musici di Roma's Italian style still rocks 5 March 2012 News "You can hear it in the new work," says Anselmi. "It's very difficult," is his first assessment, and then he comes up with a second which suggests I Musici will be delivering a lively concert. "You could say it was a little like baroque rock."

I Musici Wow the North Island 5 March 2012 News Bound for Invercargill, their first destination in the South Island. Chamber Music New Zealand is eager to see the I Musici fever, having already infected the north, spread through the rest of the country.

Never out of season 28 February 2012 News Italy's legendary chamber music ensemble I Musici, who play Wellington tonight in their first tour of New Zealand, owe a debt of gratitude to one of their countrymen. The man is Antonio Vivaldi and his much-loved The Four Seasons. I Musici starts series in style 27 February 2012 News There’ll be a spectacular start to the 2012 Kaleidoscopes series for Chamber Music New Zealand when the acclaimed Italian ensemble I Musici presents a concert in the Napier Municipal Theatre.

Entries open for 2012 NZCT Chamber Music Contest 7 February 2012 News Online entries are open for the 47th Annual NZCT Chamber Music Contest. 2012 School & Music Teacher Special Offers 1 February 2012 News Every year we offer schools and music teachers some great packages on subscriptions and individual concerts to help enrich and enliven classroom learning. Find out about our 2012 packages.

Acclaimed Italian Ensemble I Musici Performs in New Zealand 25 January 2012 News Acclaimed Italian chamber ensemble I Musici tours New Zealand for the first time in February and March 2012 as the opening concert of Chamber Music New Zealand’s 2012 season.

Season’s Greetings, Gifts and Festive Farewells 21 December 2011 News A special message from everyone at Chamber Music New Zealand

Sex Sells... Classical Music? 13 December 2011 News Classical music was one of the few industries where sex is not usually used to sell the product. Until now.

Kennedy Centre / National Symphony Orchestra - Summer Music Institute 13 December 2011 News Applications are now open to serious music students aged 15-20 for the 4-week summer music program at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC. Winner Announced - $50,000 6th ANNUAL Pettman/ROSL ARTS International Scholarship for a New Zealand Chamber Ensemble 22 November 2011 News The winner of the 2011 Pettman/ROSL ARTS International Scholarship is the ESTRELLA QUARTET

Concert Preview: Voices New Zealand, Auckland Town Hall 21 November 2011 News Expect magic when the evening opens with Horo playing his taonga puoro while the choir sing Hildegard of Bingen's O viridissima virga.

Innovative schools programme returns to Nelson 11 November 2011 News Developed by chamber Music New Zealand after identifying a major gap associated with the implementation of the new school curriculum in 2008, Ensembles in Schools, has returned to Nelson for the second time. Concert Preview: Ensemble Liaison, Auckland Town Hall 31 October 2011 News Wilma Smith was a familiar figure on home ground when she led the NZSQ and the NZSO in the 80s and 90s. Now she is back in the country with Melbourne's Ensemble Liaison

Italian Ensemble Headlines CMNZ 2012 Season 14 October 2011 News The 2012 season features seven concert tours across 10 centres with performers around the world as well as a superb line-up of New Zealand artists.

The End of Time 13 October 2011 News Read more on the fascinating story of one of the most important chamber music compositions of the 20th Century, Messiaen's Quartet for the End of Time.

Tasmin Little's new recording highly acclaimed 7 October 2011 News A new recording of the Delius Violin Concerto by Tasmin Little has just been released to wonderful critical acclaim.

Acclaimed Ensemble Liaison Joins Renowned NZ Violinist for 10 Centre CMNZ Tour 29 September 2011 News Hailed by critics as "spellbinding and "a revelation”, Ensemble Liaison joins with renowned New Zealand violinist Wilma Smith for a 10 centre New Zealand tour in October and November.

Continued Success for NZCT Chamber Music Contest Winners 26 September 2011 News This month has seen some impressive achievements for alumni winners of the NZCT Chamber Music Contest.

Borodin Quartet welcomes new member 21 September 2011 News The Borodin Quartet have officially welcomed a new member, violinist Sergey Lomovsky.

International Opportunity for Composers Aged 35 and Under 13 September 2011 News To mark its 100th season in 2012/2013, one of the most renowned concert venues in Vienna, the Wiener Konzerthaus, is launching an international composing competition

Chamber Music Summer School for Secondary School Students 9 September 2011 News The University of Otago Music Department is seeking expressions of interest from secondary school students for their summer school programme.

Scholarships available for young musicians 26 August 2011 News The Waikanae Music Society Charitable Trust for Young Musicians is offering up to $2,000 for New Zealand musicians under 30.

Latitude 37 on Radio NZ Concert 24 August 2011 News Listen online to the concert from Wellington on 15 August 2011.

Latitude 37 arrives safely in Wellington 15 August 2011 News Despite the weather, we are pleased to confirm that tonight's concert in Wellington is going ahead.

National Finalists on video 25 July 2011 News Desperate to hear the talented Finalists at the NZCT Chamber Music Contest again? Or perhaps you missed the broadcast? Well, now you can hear and see them on Radio New Zealand Concert's website!

Winners of this year's NZCT Chamber Music Contest announced! 16 July 2011 News Geist from Auckland have been announced as this year's winners of this the NZCT Chamber Music Contest

Diedre Irons to play in Motueka on Friday 8 July 5 July 2011 News Diedre Irons will again join Martin Riseley for a performance in Motueka on Friday.

Visiting UK pianist gives recitals and seminars 4 July 2011 News Renowned UK pianist Murray McLachlan will be in New Zealand later this week for his "Motivation and Inspiration" tour.

New Zealanders star in City of London Festival 30 June 2011 News Some of our top musicians are featuring in the City of London Festival, which kicked off on 26 June.

Jian Liu to replace Diedre Irons 27 June 2011 News Chinese-born pianist Jian Liu has had a busy weekend preparing for Tuesday night’s Palmerston North concert with flutist Alexa Still and violinist Martin Riseley.

Christchurch District Contest going ahead as planned 15 June 2011 News The NZCT Chamber Music Contest in Christchurch is going ahead as planned. The District Contest will take place over Thursday 16 - Saturday 18 June at Middleton Grange School Performing Arts Centre.

Russian Wins Michael Hill International Violin Competition 13 June 2011 News Russian violinist Sergey Malov has won the prestigious Michael Hill International Violin Competition 2011. Sergey was named the winner following the final round of the contest at the Auckland Town Hall accompanied by the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra on Saturday night (11 June).

Michael Hill International Violin Competition Finalists Named 10 June 2011 News The top three musicians to reach the final of the Michael Hill International Violin Competition were named last night (Thursday 9 June). They are Richard Lin (Taiwan/USA), Xiang Yu (China) and Sergey Malov (Russia).

Staying in Tune: CMNZ at 60 31 May 2011 News Buy your copy of CMNZ's 60th Anniversary book

Changes to Christchurch concert season 11 May 2011 News Changes to Christchurch Kaleidoscopes concert season: new venue, new time and a bonus free concert!

Schönberg surprises 5 May 2011 News Read the reaction from someone who attended the performance of the New Zealand String Quartet with Jenny Wollerman. Excerpts from Dr Calvin Scott's lively and interesting pre-concert talk are included.

Christchurch concert Friday 8 April 6 April 2011 News On behalf of our good friends at Christopher's Classics in Christchurch, CMNZ is happy to provide details about a concert by the Amici Ensemble on Friday 8 April.

Eggner Trio CDs for sale 5 April 2011 News Purchase your copy of the Eggner Trio's latest CD through CMNZ Song Company on RNZ Concert tonight 4 April 2011 News "Music Alive" tonight features the Song Company's "The Seasons" programme from October 2010

Christchurch venue update 18 March 2011 News As a result of the Christchurch earthquake of 22 February, the Eggner Trio's Christchurch concert scheduled for 17 March was cancelled.

Handel with Care: a concert for Christchurch 14 March 2011 News Direct from sell out performances at the Auckland season of Xerxes and spontaneous standing ovations at their Handel with Care and Timeless concerts as part of the Auckland Arts Festival, The Lautten Compagney have generously donated their time to help support fundraising efforts for Christchurch in its time of need. New award for Chamber Music Contest 7 March 2011 News Chamber Music New Zealand and SOUNZ, the Centre for New Zealand Music, are proud to introduce the Statham Award for the Best Performance of a New Zealand Work at each District Contest of the NZCT Chamber Music Contest. Eggner Trio concert in Christchurch cancelled 3 March 2011 News As a result of the February 22 earthquake, the Christchurch concert by Austrian ensemble the Eggner Trio, scheduled for Thursday 17 March at the James Hay Theatre, has unfortunately been cancelled.

Chamber Music New Zealand Afternoon Tea and Concert for the 2011 Earthquake Appeal 2 March 2011 News Update: following the earthquake in Christchurch on 22 February, all proceeds from this event on 14 March will now be donated to the earthquake relief fund.

April school for string musicians 28 February 2011 News Gather your quartet or other string ensemble for an exciting weekend of coaching and performances led by the Aroha String Quartet.

Festival of Colour launch 11 February 2011 News Wanaka's autumn art festival in April 2011 has just launched its programme

John Chen in Recital on RNZ Concert 7 February 2011 News On Wednesday 9 February at 8pm, Radio New Zealand Concert will feature John Chen playing Mozart, Ravel, Dutilleux, and Brahms.

60th anniversary celebrations 19 November 2010 News It was a month full of birthday celebrations in October as CMNZ celebrated in style

Extracts from Staying In Tune: CMNZ at 60 3 November 2010 News Extracts from CMNZ's 60th anniversary book will be made available as downloadable PDFs from our Resources page. The first extract includes the Preface and Introduction.

Ensembles in Schools heads South 1 November 2010 News On Thursday October 21, the hall of Nelson's Victory Primary School rang out to the sound of over 100 children and teachers singing and dancing alongside Julian Raphael and the members of The Song Company.

CMNZ 60th anniversary book discussed on Radio New Zealand Concert 26 October 2010 News Tune into Upbeat with Eva Radich on Radio New Zealand Concert today (Tues 26 October) at 1pm: CMNZ's Jane Dawson talks about CMNZ's 60th anniversary book, Staying in Tune: Chamber Music New Zealand at 60

CMNZ’s 2011 season revealed 21 October 2010 News The 2011 Kaleidoscopes Concert Season has been unveiled! The watch words are scope of musical colour, diversity of repertoire and depth of artistic talent.

CMNZ 60th anniversary book discussed on Radio New Zealand National 15 October 2010 News Tune into The Arts on Sunday with Lynn Freeman on Radio New Zealand National this Sunday 17 October at 1.30pm: CMNZ's Jane Dawson talks about CMNZ's 60th anniversary book, Staying in Tune: Chamber Music New Zealand at 60