'...a very special spirit'

"...Auckland's Most Courageous Orchestra." - NZHerald Review 15 August 2023

What's On

Playing for Manukau
since 1993

Based in South Auckland, New Zealand, the Manukau Symphony Orchestra has a unique mix of professional Tuakana Mentors, youth and community musicians, and is known for its ‘very special spirit’. Composed of around 120 players aged from 10 to over 80, the MSO presents a series of varied concerts annually to patrons from across Auckland at the Due Drop Events Centre , Manukau, and Te Tuhi Art Gallery, Pakuranga, featuring local and international artists.

Join The Orchestra

When you join the MSO, you also become part of the MSO whānau. The MSO gives several concerts each season, and rehearsals start a few weekends before the concert.

Support Us

The Manukau Symphony Orchestra is a charitable society. By donating, adopting a musician, making a bequest, or volunteering your time and expertise, you can help ensure the future and sustainability of Manukau’s orchestra.