Christchurch Symphony Orchestra
Gareth FARR: Roar of A Thousand Tigers (première)
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Video, Audio
ELGAR: Cello Concerto in E minor
Cellist Lev Sivkov with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Audio
Roar of a Thousand Tigers a fitting name for Sir Edmund symphony
Composer Gareth Farr describes how he turned the Kiwi spirit of adventure into a symphony. The specially commissioned piece celebrating Sir Edmund Hillary and his ascent of Everest has its world… Audio
Community outreach a priority for CSO
The Christchurch Symphony Orchestra has an innovative community engagement programme, including working in schools, partnering with dance companies, and much more. CSO's Cathy Irons and Gretchen La… Audio
Review: Moye Chen with the CSO
International pianist Moye Chen performed the rarely-heard Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No 4, but did it meet expectations? Tony Ryan was at the Christchurch Town Hall on Saturday night.
Pianist Moye Chen comes to the Garden City
Award winning pianist Moye Chen is performing in Christchurch this week. he discusses Rachmaninov with David Morriss. Audio
Review: Benjamin Morrison with the CSO a triumph
For many in Saturday night’s Christchurch audience, this concert was all about the return of Benjamin (Ben) Morrison and Korngold’s Violin Concerto. And that part of the programme certainly emerged as…
Emotional return to Town Hall for violinist
Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra's first violinist Benjamin Morrison was just five years old when he stepped onto the stage at the Christchurch Town Hall. This weekend is his return with the Christchurch… Audio
A new musical pathway at Christchurch Men’s Prison
Music filled the halls at Christchurch Men’s prison yesterday. It was performed by a combination of visiting professionals and inmates.
CSO to debut West Side Story Live
West Side Story - a tale of love, diversity and intolerance - is being brought to life by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.
IBERT: Flute Concerto
Isabella Gregory (flute), Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by David Kay. Audio
SIBELIUS: Violin Concerto in D minor Op 47
Diane Huh (violin), Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by David Kay. Audio
TCHAIKOVSKY: Variations on a Rococo Theme
Hyein Kim (cello), Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by David Kay. Audio
Chris CREE BROWN: Phoenix (première)
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey Video, Audio
STRAVINSKY: The Firebird, Suite
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Audio
RESPIGHI: Pines of Rome
Woolston Brass, Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Audio
MOZART: Concerto in Eb for two pianos K365
Michael Houstoun & Tony Chen Lin (pianos), Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey Audio
Epic return for Christchurch Town Hall
Christchurch celebrated the re-opening of the Town Hall in style with Shapeshifter and the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra in concert.
Christchurch Town Hall reopens for first post-quake concert
Drum and bass band Shapeshifter have headed home to team up with Christchurch Symphony Orchestra for the first post-quake concert at the repaired Christchurch Town Hall. Audio
Shapeshifter & CSO to open Christchurch Town Hall
The finishing touches are being put on the Christchurch Town Hall, before it’s opening gig tonight, with Shapeshifter and the CSO combining Drum and Bass with Classical florishes. Audio
