

The Strad Podcast Episode #45: The New Zealand String Quartet on its 35th anniversary
‘Make sure the music is first and the ego last’ - words of advice from the long-standing ensemble. The New Zealand String Quartet...
May 19, 20221 min read


Strings and Ancient Sounds of New Zealand (Canberra City News)
This article was originally published by Canberra City News on 2 May 2022. Click here to view the original article. Tony Magee, Canberra...
May 5, 20223 min read


Composing with taonga puoro (Otago Daily Times)
This article was originally published by Otago Daily Times on 17 March 2022. Click here to view the original article. Rebecca Fox, Otago...
Apr 12, 20225 min read


Join the team! We're looking for a Marketing & Administration Co-ordinator
Marketing & Administration Co-ordinator Part time permanent, 24 hours p/w (3 days) Location: Wellington / National Varied and creative...
Mar 17, 20222 min read


Opportunity: Join the NZSQ Trust Board
The New Zealand String Quartet Trust is looking to appoint a new Trustee/Kaitiaki to our Board/Te Poari Kaitiaki.
Jan 31, 20221 min read


2022 Season Preview
There's plenty to get excited about in our 2022 Season from festivals to masterclasses, familiar favourites to world premieres - one our...
Dec 14, 20212 min read


Five Lines: Subtlety and Flair (Wellington)
Dodging around pandemic disruptions, the New Zealand String Quartet is on the road with two well-crafted programmes for their National Tour.
Nov 17, 20213 min read


Adam Summer School Alumni Spotlight – Arna Morton
Since attending the Adam Summer School in 2013 & 2016, violinist Arna Morton completed her PhD and now performs with CSO in Christchurch.
Oct 19, 20213 min read


Adam Summer School Alumni Spotlight – Liam Wooding
One of New Zealand's leading emerging pianists, Liam Wooding, reminisces about his time at the Adam Summer School.
Oct 13, 20212 min read


Adam Summer School Alumni Spotlight – Ben Booker
Adam Summer School alumnus & pianist Ben Booker reminisces about his Summer School experience and what he's up to now.
Oct 7, 20213 min read


Adam Summer School Alumni Spotlight – Davina Shum
Now based in London, Adam Summer School alumna & cellist Davina Shum reminisces about her Summer School experience and what she's up to now.
Oct 1, 20214 min read


Sweet Memories are Made of This: Celebrating 20 Seasons of our National Tour
Kia whakanui tātou, It’s time to celebrate! A special year indeed, 2021 marks the 20th season of our annual National Tour - our flagship...
Aug 26, 20217 min read


Lockdown Listening
Have a listen to what’s getting us through and lifting our moods at home.
Aug 25, 20213 min read


10 Questions with Marcus Norman
Our new General Manager talks about his musical beginnings, living in the UK and his journey to the NZSQ, and of course his love of coffee.
Jun 30, 20214 min read


Job Opportunity: Marketing and Digital Engagement Manager
The New Zealand String Quartet Trust seeks a dynamic and creative individual to manage and develop our marketing activity...
Apr 30, 20212 min read


NZSQ Trust Announces New General Manager
The NZSQ Trust are delighted to announce the appointment of Marcus Norman as General Manager. Marcus will join us after eight years...
Apr 29, 20212 min read


Students blossom with musical promise
The 27th Adam Summer School for young chamber musicians took place earlier this month in Nelson and offered 25 of the country's top young...
Apr 6, 20216 min read


Five Lines: Transfigured Night - from saucy games to passionate desire (Wellington)
The stage in Wellington’s Michael Fowler Centre is set with music stands and a large white sail-like backdrop painted in multi-coloured...
Mar 16, 20214 min read


Tabea Squire on ‘I Danced, Unseen’
Tabea Squire‘s ‘I Danced, Unseen’, with choreography by Loughlan Prior, will be performed by the New Zealand String Quartet and dancers....
Mar 10, 20215 min read


Five Lines: Celebrating chamber music in Nelson
Curated by artistic directors Helene Pohl and Gillian Ansell of the New Zealand String Quartet, the rich programme offered fourteen events.
Mar 3, 20214 min read