News & Stories

Jun 13, 20232 min read

Arts on Tour: Reflecting on a Rewarding Tour

Gill and Helene look back on one of our largest ever national tours. Presented by Arts on Tour NZ, a wonderful organisation supporting...

Apr 17, 20234 min read

10 Questions With Charlie Macfarlane

We recently welcomed a new team member to our little office! Introducing Charlie Macfarlane, our brand-new Development & Operations...

Apr 17, 20235 min read

Reflecting on Irish Airs & Graces by Dave Flynn

We were thrilled to be able to spend the month of March working with our close friend and collaborator, Dave Flynn, on Irish Airs &...

Feb 7, 20234 min read

Adam Summer School Alumni Spotlight - Tabea Squire

The Adam Summer School has provided string players and pianists from across New Zealand and beyond with the opportunity to learn from the...

Dec 14, 20222 min read

Join the team! We're looking for a Finance & Operations Officer

Finance & Operations Officer | Āpiha Pūtea me ngā Mahi Tautoko Full time permanent Location: Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand Download...

Dec 14, 20222 min read

A Look Back on a Magical Tour

In early November this year, the New Zealand String Quartet embarked on a journey to the other side of the world with all of Beethoven’s...

Oct 27, 20224 min read

10 Questions With Aislinn Ryan

A few weeks ago we welcomed Aislinn Ryan, our new General Manager / Kaiwhakahaere Matua, to the team! We managed to find a spare moment...

Oct 27, 20223 min read

Celebrating 35 Years of the New Zealand String Quartet

It's our birthday! 2022 marks 35 years of performing, touring, music making, championship of classical music and music education as New...

Sep 23, 20226 min read

A Composer in This Day and Age: An Interview With Sarah Ballard

“I was fascinated by the way music can transport the listener to another place.” To celebrate our upcoming concert with her, we sat down...

Sep 13, 20222 min read

NZSQ Trust Announces New General Manager

The NZSQ Trust are delighted to announce the appointment of Aislinn Ryan as General Manager. Wellington born and bred, Aislinn will join...

Aug 16, 20222 min read

Reflecting on our Collective Place in this World: The Music of First Light

Helene reflects on our recent tour across Aotearoa New Zealand, and what the music means to her. It was unexpectedly moving to feel part...

Aug 16, 20222 min read

Music Leadership Project Launched for Aspiring Young Musicians

The NZ String Quartet (NZSQ) and Orchestras Central (OC) are excited to announce the launch of a new music leadership project for the...

Jul 19, 20224 min read

A COMPELLING, MULTI-LAYERED WORK - Ad Parnassum – Purapurawhetū

Dr Ian Lochlead, Theatreview | 23 June 2022 This article was originally published by Theatreview on 23 June 2022. Click here to view the...

Jun 30, 20222 min read

NZ String Quartet: Into the Light (NZ Listener)

Elizabeth Kerr, NZ Listener | 18 June 2022 This article was originally published by NZ Listener on 18 June 2022, and on Elizabeth Kerr's...

Jun 29, 20222 min read

Join the team! We're looking for a General Manager

General Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Matua Full time permanent Location: Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand Fast-paced, exciting arts management...

Jun 3, 20223 min read

10 Questions with Tyler Clarke

A month ago, we welcomed a brand-new team member to the office. Meet Tyler Clarke, our new Marketing and Administration Coordinator. We...

Jun 2, 20223 min read

A Tribute to Arts Patron Extraordinaire, Christopher Marshall

Just before Easter, we lost our dear friend, long-time supporter and arts patron extraordinaire, Christopher Marshall. Hailing from the...

May 30, 20223 min read

Happy New Zealand Music Month!

As NZ Music Month draws to a close, we wanted to shine a spotlight on some of the New Zealand music that inspires us. From our colleagues...

May 19, 20221 min read

The Strad Podcast Episode #45: The New Zealand String Quartet on its 35th anniversary

‘Make sure the music is first and the ego last’ - words of advice from the long-standing ensemble. The New Zealand String Quartet...

May 19, 20223 min read

New Zealand String Quartet, Musica Viva Tasmania (Limelight Magazine)

Jo St Leon, Limelight Magazine | 11 May, 2022 This article was originally published by Limelight Magazine on 11 May 2022. Click here to...