Nikolai Saratovsky is an internationally acclaimed Russian concert pianist with an extraordinary repertoire. Mary Gow, organiser of the Mulled Wine Concerts discovered Saratovsky in 2018 when he played in Brussels as a young pianist after succeeding in several important piano competitions in Europe. "I was amazed by his virtuosity" says Gow, a concert pianist herself, […]
Trumpeter Raffaele Bandoli returns to the NCMA stage for an afternoon of timeless jazz, joined by the acclaimed pianist and arranger Tom Rainey. The duo will explore a sophisticated program of beloved standards from the Great American Songbook and beyond. From the haunting lyricism of My Funny Valentine and Stardust to the driving energy of Duke Ellington’s […]
Riverwood are an acoustic style ‘sit-down’ band playing Chill Vibes and classic Acoustic Grooves. Riverwood are: Mike Ashby – guitar and vocals Mark Fielding – guitar, bass, harmonica and vocals Trevor Hunter – keyboards, bass, backing vocals Peter Clark – drums, percussion, backing vocals Riverwood began with Mike Fielding, Tony Stretton and Trevor Hunter playing […]
Music, and the instruments used to make it, tells the most evocative stories. NSO is delighted to present Harp in Harmony, a collaboration with guest conductor Anthony Ferner and renowned Kiwi harpist, Helen Webby, where remembrance, romance, reflection and heroism intertwine. The concert begins with New Zealand composer Anthony Ritchie's poignant Remember Parihaka, before Helen […]
The Back of Beyond is the coming together of two kindred musical explorers. Craig Denham on Accordion, Keys, whistles, foot percussion and vocals and multi-instrumentalist Nathan Torvik or whatever he decides to play on the day! The two have performed together on and off over the years with Nathan being a part of Beyondsemble for […]
Alongside the Nelson performance of Toiere, join New Zealand Opera for a special two-hour Vocal Workshop led by Kawiti Waetford and artists from New Zealand Opera. Held on Saturday 27 June at 10.30am, this open session explores vocal production and vocal health through a range of practical exercises including breath work, warm-ups, diction, rehearsal process, and performance technique from rehearsal […]
Toiere Ka ōrua mai te waiata opera, te reo Māori me ngā reo waitī i tēnei konohete e waiatahia ai ngā kura waiata e nui ana te paingia. Experience the magic of Toiere - a breathtaking musical journey that transcends tradition and language. Following its acclaimed debut at the Auckland Arts Festival, Toiere comes to […]
Come along and enjoy an afternoon of music with the NCMA Adult Orchestras at our Mid-Year Concert! This fun and varied programme includes classic Scottish and Welsh melodies, a touch of Tchaikovsky, a fiery tango, and a few musical surprises that are sure to bring back some childhood memories. Whether you love folk tunes, familiar […]
"A Cappella for Winter" Chroma Chamber Choir is a small Nelson-based choir whose members love choral singing and enjoy offering interesting and challenging music to Nelson music lovers. Chroma performs a cappella and accompanied works. The crafted programmes in its 15 year life range from Gregorian chant to contemporary, include sacred and secular, and showcase choral […]
The Leftovers, just like their namesake, defy genre boundaries with their eclectic fusion of musical ingredients. Comprised of seasoned musicians with diverse backgrounds, the band brings together covers and originals with elements of rock, jazz, blues, funk, and alternative music with soulful harmonies to create a sound that is uniquely their own. Join Layna on […]
Te Moana Trio Concert 〜Across Oceans and Rhythms〜 Anthony Ferner (flute), James Donaldson (cello) & Kyoko Takashima (piano) * Trio by Ned Rorem * Island Songs by John Psathas * Trio by Nikolai Kapustin
Tales and tunes woven through an Indie folk Celtic fusion. From haunting to upbeat - electric cello, flute, whistle, guitar and vocals exploring the spaces in between. Daisy Chain is a collaborative music project with singer-songwriter and guitarist Tina Mortensen (formerly of Teatree and Lemongrass), multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Helen Mayhew (of Tom's Field fame) and […]
Programme: Franz Schubert Sonata for Violin and Piano in A Major, Op. 162 Allegro II. Andantino III. Allegro vivace Ludwig van Beethoven Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano Allegro con brio II. Andante con moto – Tema con variazioni III. Rondo
An Evening with The Modern Maori Quartet: Take four Maori boys, scrub them up, chuck them in suits, give them a guitar or two and they'll have you singing and dancing the night away. With their infectious charisma, crack-up humour and cool charm, an Evening with The Modern Maori Quartet promises an unforgettable trip down […]
David McGregor and Sarah Watkins (clarinet and piano) Enjoy dazzling and lyrical clarinet/piano duos by Saint-Säens, Finzi, Debussy and Bernstein, performed by David McGregor, the dynamic principal clarinetist of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and acclaimed New Zealand pianist (and recent Nelson local) Sarah Watkins. Camille Saint-Säens Sonata for clarinet and piano op. 167 Gerald […]
Programme Hugo Wolf, Italian Serenade Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, String Quartet No. 19 in C major, K. 465 “Dissonance” Johannes Brahms, String Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op. 51 No. 2 Erich Wolfgang Korngold, String Quartet No. 2 in E-flat major, Op. 26 Artists Benjamin Morrison, Violin Holger Groh, Violin Robert Bauerstatter, Viola Wolfgang Härtel, […]
Rich and The Poor Boys are a local Blues band formed in 2023 who met through the Tasman Bay Blues Club where they played at the monthly Jam Nights. Rich had played in a number of UK bands before moving to New Zealand in 2020 and becoming a founder member of "Jukejoint" In 2023 Rich put together […]
Stories in Sound : A piano recital A delightful lunchtime recital featuring expressive works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriel Fauré, and Frédéric Chopin—music that sings, dreams, and tells stories through the piano.
Keith & Drew - Folk Sessions Some of the best musical moments happen when two musicians step out from the familiar and give themselves permission to just play. That's exactly what Keith & Drew - Folk Sessions is all about. Keith and Drew are known to Nelson audiences as members of Irish band - Paddy's […]
Artists Dawn Hardwick (London), Piano / Artistic Director Stephen Gosling (New York), Piano Katarzyna Mycka (Essen), Percussion Fabian Ziegler (Zurich), Percussion John Psathas (Waitarere Beach), Composer / Programming Director CMNZ is honoured to usher into the world The John Psathas Group. In the wake of a level of global success unparalleled by any New Zealand […]
Midnight Swim invites you to an evening of folk-flavoured vocal music, with everything from traditional Celtic tunes to 21st Century pop hits. Sponsored by NBS. $5 door charge for non-ncma members (members are free). Membership can also be purchased at the door.
The young virtuoso, recently described as “the finest guitar player of this generation,” has fallen in love with New Zealand! — and after sold-out shows around the globe, he’ll bring his now-famous live show to 25 intimate venues across the country in 2026! “Do whatever it takes to get in the front row!” – Roots Magazine, UK “A generational talent that […]
Behind every piece of music is a story and across their 2026 Season, the New Zealand String Quartet is diving into them. Join them at NCMA for an evening exploring a rich cross-section of compositional voices and celebrating the art of storytelling through music. Henry Purcell Fantasias Anthony Ritchie Perpetual Motion and Last Dance from String Quartet No.3, ‘In Time’ Fanny […]
Schola Musica - NCMA's youth string group
Programme Gareth Farr, Ahi Caroline Shaw, Thousandth Orange Franz Schubert, Trout Piano Quintet in A major, D. 667 Artists Amalia Hall, Violin Matthias Balzat, Cello Somi Kim, Piano Damien Eckersley, Double Bass Alexander McFarlane, Viola NZTrio He Taonga Wairere add a deeper hue with the addition of viola and double bass to perform Franz Schubert’s […]
“Romantic Echoes” brings together works of profound emotion and orchestral colour. Schubert’s Symphony No. 5 offers classical grace and melodic charm, while Wagner’s Götterdämmerung Fantasy immerses listeners in the drama […]
