Music
Live: Kirsten Te Rito - Māreikura
Māreikura is an exciting new work that blends jazz and Te Reo Māori. Inspired by Māori goddesses and cosmology, Te Rito draws extensively on Te Ao Māori. Recorded live at the 2023 Wellington Jazz… Audio
Cameron Pearce: Progression
The Christchurch-based composer and trumpeter has just released a new album for brass ensemble on Rattle Records. He talks with RNZ Concert's Andrew Clark about the inspiration behind the project. Audio
Music 101: Charlotte Ryan
Charlotte Ryan, host of Music 101 is in the studio to talk about music and what's happening on her show. this weekend. Audio
NZ Live: Revulva
'Revulva' has been impressing on the Wellington live circuit for years with their "frenzied high energy shows". Audio
How to avoid getting scammed when buying concert tickets
Want to see Oasis in Australia? Seeking out some last minute Pearl Jam or Coldplay tickets? About to line-up for Laneway? Here's how to make sure you don't get ripped off.
New music with Jeremy Taylor
A reissue of a lost classic from 1999 by Liverpool's Shack, Lady Gaga brings the showtunes, plus some sweet lover's rock. Audio
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
He's back, and no doubt ready to inform, educate and entertain us with an array of eclectic music. Tonight, Finn's bringing tracks from Dan Reeder, Merce Lemon and Cut Shapez. Audio
This Weekend: Jazz Performance at Whanganui Museum
Every Friday, we bring you some of the most interesting events and happenings coming up in Aotearoa this weekend - from the community fairs to the massive concerts. Tonight we're heading to Whanganui… Audio
Auckland Youth Choir turns 40
David Squire, the choir's musical director, joins Emile to preview the celebrations. Audio
Soprano Sumi Jo: Part 2
South Korean soprano Sumi Jo was in New Zealand earlier this year to judge the semi-finals and final of the Lexus Song Quest. She spoke with RNZ Concert's Clarissa Dunn about her singing career. Audio
Reggae star 'humbled' by korowai gift and welcome to Aotearoa
Spawnbreezie has described his welcome to Aotearoa as a "humbling" experience, as he was gifted a custom korowai.
Podcast Critic: The History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
Our reviewer recommends a podcast about collecting LPs and another called The History of Rock Music in 500 Songs. Audio
Joey Daymond & Daniella Smith
Today on the show award-winning comedian Joey Daymond chats with us about his upbringing as a Maori Fijian, former world champion boxer Daniella Smith also joins us and shares some core memories of… Audio
Days left to vote for New Zealand's favourite classical music
Emile Donovan chats to RNZ Concert's Clarissa Dunn about some of her favourite picks by women composers. Audio
John Farnham's voice heard for the first time publicly in years
The Australian singer known as 'The Voice' has not been heard speaking since he was diagnosed with throat cancer 2022.
Soprano Sumi Jo on her life and music
South Korean soprano Sumi Jo was in New Zealand earlier this year to judge the semi-finals and final of the Lexus Song Quest. She spoke with RNZ Concert's Clarissa Dunn about her singing career. Video, Audio
Charli XCX to headline Laneway Festival 2025
The rumours were true - the pop singer is heading to Auckland for a brat summer.
Music Critic: new tracks from Hinds and Nilufer Yanya
New tracks from Hinds and Nilufer Yanya as curated by Tony Stamp. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 9 October 2024
In today's episode, the Navy Search and Rescue boss is currently on the water deciding on the next steps for the sunken HMZNS Manawanui, Whanau Awhina Plunket workers will now be trained as… Audio
Anna Codington wins the Silver Scroll for 'Katuarehe'
Taking out the supreme Silver Scroll for 2024was Anna Coddington for 'Katuarehe'. Audio
