The BNZ Theatre of the Due Drop Events Centre was abuzz with the audience eagerly awaiting the 18 & Under Prize finalists. This very competitive round saw five contestants from 15 years old blow away the audience with their vocal energy and magnetic performances. Winner of this round Samuel Mataele, a 17-year-old counter-tenor from Sacred […]
The MSO is delighted to introduce our first wine sponsor de la terre! Tony, Gracie and Kaye Prichard – owners and winemakers of boutique vineyard de la terre Buy Now! ‘de la terre’ – literally ‘of the earth’ is a reference to both the vineyard soils and the earth brick construction used for our winery
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William Dart’s experience of Verdi Meets Puccini THIS REVIEW BY WILLIAM DART IS MOST GRATEFULLY BORROWED FROM THE NEW ZEALAND HERALD OCTOBER 2, 2024. Auckland Opera Studio’s Verdi Meets Puccini was the classy musical equivalent of a brag book, showcasing five of our finest young singers, all winners of prestigious national and international awards. The Triumphal March
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Dr Sam Girling interviews young British composer Sarah Jenkins on her MSO commission We can’t wait to see The Coming of Night on September 7, a magical piece of music that Sarah Jenkins was inspired to write for a sextet, after reading Emily Dickinson’s poem of the same name. What’s so special about hearing this
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The Manukau Symphony Orchestra invited Daniel Faitaua from Seven Sharp to help celebrate the Societies 30th Anniversary
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NICHOLAS TARLING ARIA COMPETITION 2024 FINAL ROUND WINNERS It was an extraordinary evening of entertainment at the Due Drop Events Centre on Friday 9 February 2024. The evening commenced with four finalists competing in the 18 & under category. Amelia Blessan was up first, with her heartfelt rendition of Adele’s iconic ballad ‘Hello’. Following her,
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The Manukau Symphony Orchestra is celebrating 30 years of community music this year with a commission to honour the Manukau region.
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.
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“…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
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Notes on ‘Manukau Songs: A Choral Symphony’ By David Hamilton
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