Gareth Farr & Joy Cowley – a 'Scary' combination
For composer and percussionist Gareth Farr, collaborating with children’s author Joy Cowley on the new commission is a “lifelong dream"...
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Jul 1, 20151 min read
Review: Composer Connections review
"... showcased the versatility and strength of the New Zealand String Quartet."
Apr 14, 20154 min read
10 Questions with Suzanne Callam
As our hard working Administrator, Suzanne Callam has a fast-paced role that in any one day can involve tour logistics, writing grant...
Feb 28, 20152 min read
Adam Summer School inspires young chamber musicians
After a hectic week of performances at the Adam Chamber Music Festival there was no putting our feet up as we plunged immediately into the..
Dec 19, 20141 min read
Summer of music in Nelson
Now back in New Zealand, attention is turning south to our summer engagements in Nelson at the Adam Chamber Music Festival...
Nov 4, 20141 min read
Review: Requiem “never-to-be-forgotten” experience
"... a never-to-be-forgotten experience for all who attended."
Nov 4, 20143 min read
Helene shares her love of music festivals
Ever since I was a teenager, I have loved the words “Welcome to our event/festival/camp! Here is your information pack” and have opened the
Oct 7, 20144 min read
Adam Summer School – the inside story
Tabea Squire, violinist and composer, attended the Adam Summer School in Nelson each year between 2009 and 2013.
Sep 27, 20143 min read
Review: Disarming Ease - The New Zealand String Quartet impresses Howard Smith
"...supreme music unforgettably performed."
Sep 21, 20143 min read
Salon Series 2014
Whether you’re a long-time chamber music lover or just discovering this beautiful form of music, you’ll love our August/September tour...
Jul 22, 20144 min read
NZSM shine at Canberra
In May 2013, the New Zealand String Quartet and eight New Zealand School of Music (NZSM) students and recent graduates participated in...
Jul 1, 20142 min read
Why Tai Chi
Violinist Helen Pohl shares the benefits of the practice.
May 31, 20141 min read
Pupils to perform with New Zealand String Quartet
Pupils from two Hawkes Bay schools – Kowhai Special School and Hohepa School – will join forces with New Zealand String Quartet...
May 20, 20141 min read
Review: Joy caught by quintet
"...a consummate performance..."
May 19, 20142 min read
Review: Moving classical concert ‘nears perfection’
"This was as near to perfect as any concert I have heard."
Mar 31, 20142 min read
Tironui Music Trust workshops
The Tironui Music Trust was set up by Peter Hubscher, a NZSQ Trust board member and his wife Pam, to encourage the development of music...
Mar 3, 20142 min read
Review: Requiem delivered with primal passion
"...... delivered with primal passion..."
Oct 31, 20132 min read
Review: Concert Review – Bravo Britten!
"...crystal clear articulation of every note..."
Aug 20, 20132 min read
Bravo! Britten 2013
This centenary year, the New Zealand String Quartet has been inspired to create two colourful and thought-provoking programme...
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