
Preparations Begin for our Long-Anticipated North American Tour
It's nearly time to pack our bags for our North American tour! We're excited to once again be able to perform for audiences in the USA...
Jun 14, 20231 min read


'The Olympics Of The Violin World' - 16 Young Violinists Battled It Out For A Career-Launching Prize
The Michael Hill International Violin Competition took over Queenstown and Auckland a couple of weeks back for another year of fierce...
Jun 14, 20232 min read


Another Exceptional NZSM Chamber Music Intensive Weekend
We are thrilled to reflect on the recent success of the New Zealand School of Music Chamber Music Intensive weekend. Over King’s Birthday...
Jun 14, 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...
Jun 13, 20232 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, 20234 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 &...
Apr 17, 20235 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...
Feb 7, 20234 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...
Dec 14, 20222 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, 20224 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...
Oct 27, 20223 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 23, 20226 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...
Sep 13, 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...
Aug 16, 20222 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...
Jul 19, 20224 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 30, 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 29, 20222 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 3, 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...
Jun 2, 20223 min read