Upbeat

The Auckland Youth Choir under new director Rowan Johnston finally gets to perform this year in their upcoming concert The Final Frontier. Read more Audio

NZTrio's cellist Ashley Brown talks us through the ensemble's upcoming concert series, Constellations. Read more Audio

The percussion section is usually found at the back of the orchestra, but this Saturday percussionist Jeremy Fitzsimons moves to the front of the stage for a performance of John Psathas' double… Read more Audio

RNZ Concert is proud to present Whānau: Voices of Aotearoa, far from home, a beautiful performance of New Zealand Māori and Pacific songs by some of our best opera singers, live in the Royal Albert… Read more Video, Audio

One-time Kiwi pianist Eugene Albulescu reflects on his new release, Beethoven Piano Concertos 1 & 5 “Emperor,” and how the joy and optimism of Beethoven's music is nourishing in times of uncertainty… Read more Audio

Chinese composer Gao Ping talks about his new work being premiered this week as part of the China Crossing concert series at Te Kōkī (NZSM). The concert also features a repeat performance of 'Bitter… Read more Audio

Synthony is something of a New Zealand phenomenon. This collaboration between the worlds of DJs and orchestras, performing dance hits coupled with an immersive light show, sells out everywhere it… Read more Video, Audio

John Psathas has collaborated with ten Kiwi producers and five guest performers on a new album of music for our times. It's called 'It's Already Tomorrow' and it comes out this Friday.  Read more Audio

New Zealand baritone Phillip Rhodes has had a tough year seeing all his work disappear, coupled with the loss of his mother. Performing in the Royal Albert Hall with a group of other Kiwi singers has… Read more Audio

Julien Van Mellaerts shares the joy of singing with Kiwi artists in England for the Whānau: Voices of Aotearoa, far from home concert - an incredibly emotional selection of songs from Aotearoa and the… Read more Audio

See a harp up close, watch a masterclass with one of New Zealand's top pianists, or have a go at conducting - all part of the NZSO's Open Doors day leading up to their final Podium Series concert for… Read more Audio

Wellington's Bach Choir and The Queen's Closet join forces this weekend in a concert marking St Cecilia's Day. Read more Audio