23/02/2022

Missy: Major To Minor & 
Much In-Between

Missy first emerged in 2018 with a darkly enigmatic brand of electronic pop which incorporated traces of classical influences. ...

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30/11/2021

John Psathas: Psathas On A Mission

Kiwi composer John Psathas shot to fame when his music was heard (and acclaimed) by billions at the opening ceremony of the ...

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17/11/2021

Natasha Te Rupe Wilson Wins Dame Malvina Major Award

Auckland soprano Natasha Te Rupe Wilson (Te Arawa, Ngā Puhi), has been awarded the prestigious Dame Malvina Major Award, ...

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15/06/2021

Anna Hawkins: The Dreamer Within

With the April release of ‘Dreamer’ Anna Hawkins has delivered four richly-voiced LPs since 2013. ‘Be it pop, show ...

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04/06/2021

Sheep, Dog & Wolf: Finding The Strength

It has been eight long years since Daniel McBride released music as Sheep, Dog & Wolf. His first album, 2013’s ‘Egospect’ ...

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10/05/2021

Creative New Zealand announces 2021 Music Scholars

Creative New Zealand has announced the six 2021 music scholars chosen to receive help with international professional development ...

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04/05/2021

Building Blocks: Scheduling Creativity

Over the years my Building Blocks contributions to New Zealand Musician have focused mainly on sharing band management tips ...

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22/04/2021

Live Review: NZTrio’s Dramatic Skies Stratus, April 18, Auckland

NZTrio launched their 2021 series Dramatic Skies at the Concert Chamber of Auckland’s Town Hall on Sunday April 18 with ...

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24/03/2021

Live Review: Ihitai ‘Avei’a – Star Navigator, Auckland March 19

The world premiere of New Zealand Opera’s production of Ihitai 'Avei'a - Star Navigator was rapturously received by a ...

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