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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10/12/2020

Ida Lune: Ida Lune

Self-described avant-folk trio Ida Lune make lovely music that has more than a hint of trad folk within their mix of jazz, ...

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25/10/2019

Get Yer Kit Off: Jess Hix

Jess Hix is a talented trained multi-instrumentalist who has made a name for herself within the music industry as a professional ...

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