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.
FISHER – Kitsugi for Orchestra with the MSO
Salina Fisher – Kintsugi For Orchestra commissioned by the Manukau Symphony Orchestra and Funded by the Nicholas Tarling Charitable Trust. Performed live by the Manukau Symphony Orchestra conducted by Uwe Grodd, at the Houstoun Plays Saint-Saens concert, 19 November 2023, Due Drop Events Centre, Manukau.
NICHOLAS TARLING ARIA COMPETITION
The Winners of the first Nicholas Tarling Aria Competition for 2023 Announced!
Symphonic Journey | FINLANDIA a success!
Symphonic Journey | FINLANDIA 2022 weekend workshop was held over the weekend of 2-3 July at Te Tuhi Art Gallery, Pakuranga. Conductor Tom Chester was vibrant and positive, and brought the music to life. Our orchestra for the weekend was composed of MSO mentor and community players, and students and community players from the Howick …
Loata Mahe: Article in King’s Courier Magazine
Loata Mahe has been a soloist, concertmaster and violinist in the Manukau Symphony Orchestra for over 25 years. Recently Loata was featured in an article in the King’s Courier Magazine. In the article, she mentions the impact that playing in the MSO has had on her career as a musician, and teacher. Read the article …
Violinist Mark Menzies on Brahms’ Violin Concerto and why he loves Autumn in New Zealand
New Zealand-born Mark Menzies, described in the Los Angeles Times as an ‘extraordinary musician’ and a ‘riveting violinist’, is performing Brahms’ Violin Concerto with the Manukau Symphony Orchestra this month. A viola and violin virtuoso, chamber musician and pianist, conductor and advocate of contemporary music, Mark has performed in Europe, Brazil, Mexico, Australia, Japan, New …
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