Stuff.co.nz: Manukau Symphony celebrates 30 years of community music with anniversary concert
The Manukau Symphony Orchestra is celebrating 30 years of community music this year with a commission to honour the Manukau region.
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Interview with Robert Liu, the MSO’s first Conducting Scholar
Robert Liu the first Conducting Scholar of the Manukau Symphony Orchestra. The MSO interviewed Robert to see what makes the talented and passionate 17 year old tick.
NZHerald Review 15 August 2023
“…Auckland’s most Courageous Orchestra” Celebrating 30th Anniversary in the Media William Dart review: Manukau Symphony Orchestra marks milestone in style 15 Aug, 2023 05:00 AM Manukau Symphony Orchestra celebrated its 30th anniversary by premiering a major commission from a senior New Zealand composer and hosting the country’s most charismatic pianist as concerto soloist. The stylish …
Interview With SHAN LIU, the Youngest Soloist to Join the MSO in the Forthcoming Family Concert 21 May 5pm
Playing Grieg’s Piano Concerto Allegro molto moderato in the upcoming MSO Family Concert, Shan Liu at 13 years old has already played around the world including Aachen Germany, Sydney Opera House and Carniege Hall, New York. How does he do it? Shan answers some of the burning questions we have for the young soloist.
5 Questions with Henry Wong Doe
Auckland-born, US-based pianist Henry Wong Doe has made a trip half way around the world to perform with the Manukau Symphony Orchestra and to visit family. From his MIQ hotel, Henry reveals some of his fondest memories, what to listen out for in Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3, and the other musical instrument that he plays. How do …
In his own words: Guest Conductor Ray Chan
From a toddler conducting with chopsticks at the dinner table, to leading orchestras around the world, Guest Conductor Ray Chan talks to the MSO about his musical journey thus far. What was your first encounter with music? Music had always been a part of me since young as per tradition of most Asian families – …