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Beethoven 250th anniversary: first concert from New Zealand String Quartet
This was the first of six concerts this month of all 17 of Beethoven’s string quartets (17 includes the Grosse Fuge...
Sep 11, 20205 min read


1705 Goffriller Cello with Rolf | NZSQ Updates
In this video, the NZSQ’s cellist, Rolf Gjelsten, shares some of the 315 years history of his cello, crafted in Venice in 1705 by Francesco
Aug 10, 20201 min read


Old St Paul's Housewarming
Revisit a Wellington heritage icon, and enjoy live performances by the New Zealand String Quartet...
Aug 1, 20201 min read


Friday Lunchtime Concert: NZSQ
The New Zealand String Quartet performed quartets by Schumann and Bartók in this lunchtime concert.
Jun 19, 20201 min read


Five Lines: A psychiatrist, a composer and a string quartet
Former NZSQ Manager Elizabeth Kerr's writes about NZ composer Louise Webster's newly commissioned work for string quartet...
Jun 4, 20201 min read


Online May Lunchtime Concert at NZSM
We present a concert of all NZ works which will broadcast online.
May 15, 20201 min read


Quartet in Lockdown
We're used to sharing music with audiences in NZ and overseas, but the COVID-19 crisis has meant huge changes for us all.
Apr 22, 20206 min read


Digital Concerts
Late last year we tidied up a bit backstage, adding more videos and audio tracks to our digital channels.
Apr 22, 20203 min read


Review: Musical voyages to distant places – Jenny Wollerman with the New Zealand String Quartet
".......great energy, strength, and concentration...striking originality and expressiveness."
Mar 10, 20205 min read


Review: New Zealand string quartet a 'singular event'
"...superbly responsive, technically sharp, performances...a full, satisfying, musical meal..."
Mar 10, 20201 min read


2020 NZ Festival: Secrets of Sea and Space
As part of the 2020 NZ Festival of the Arts programme, we're joined by soprano Jenny Wollerman to present Secrets of Sea and Space...
Mar 10, 20202 min read


Stunning student performances conclude 2020 Adam Summer School
Last weekend the Adam Summer School concluded another year – once again on a high note.
Feb 25, 20203 min read


2020 Adam Summer School
Warmest congratulations go out to the 29 students accepted. We have 12 violinists, 7 violists, 7 cellists and 3 pianists...
Feb 16, 20201 min read


IRMT 2020 Annual Conference
IRMTNZ holds annual national conferences which provide outstanding professional advice, collegial support and inspiration.
Jan 19, 20201 min read


Summer City: Gardens Magic 2020
Gather your whānau and friends, bring a picnic, enjoy the music – and as the sun goes down see the garden transform with a magical...
Jan 14, 20201 min read


Focus on Our Friends
We asked long-time Wellington-based supporters Rowena Cullen and Paul Oliver three questions about their experiences with the NZSQ.
Dec 12, 20192 min read


National Tour 2020: BEETHOVEN
We’re celebrating by embarking on an ambitious project touring Beethoven’s complete string quartets throughout New Zealand.
Dec 12, 20192 min read


Celebrate 400
400 years ago – before the birth of Bach, Vivaldi, or Handel – the renowned instrument-maker Nicolò Amati crafted an exquisite viola...
Dec 1, 20192 min read


Cello for Africa
Cello for Africa, directed by Sinfonia for Hope, brings together musicians from Africa and New Zealand in a concert to raise funds...
Nov 24, 20191 min read


Kristallnacht Commemorative Concert
Kristallnacht concert commemorates the night of broken glass – when Jewish synagogues, shops, and homes were attacked and destroyed in...
Nov 10, 20192 min read
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