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19-05-2025
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Music Stars Join With The NZSO In Wellington And Christchurch
Sensational Hungarian conductor Gábor Káli leads the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra for the first time in Wellington and Christchurch, featuring a folk-inspired masterpiece by his country's legendary composer Béla Bartók. Joining the accomplished maestro and NZSO is acclaimed New Zealand violinist Amalia Hall for an unforgettable performance of Bartók's evocative Second Violin Concerto. Echoes of Home: Bartók & Dvořák (Wellington, 23 May and Christchurch, 25 May) opens with a homegrown masterpiece: Douglas Lilburn's Aotearoa Overture, a tribute to New Zealand's sweeping landscapes and unique cultural heritage. Rounding out the evening is Antonín Dvořák's Seventh Symphony, a haunting expression of the composer's deep love for his Czech roots. Hall, one of Aotearoa's most celebrated violinists, made her NZSO debut in 2022 to critical acclaim. 'I had the pleasure of working with Gábor in Macao last year and was so inspired by his deeply committed approach to music. I'm looking forward to performing with my fellow Kiwi musicians in the NZSO once again, as it is always a joy to collaborate with this fabulous orchestra,' says Hall 'Bartók's second Violin Concerto is a compelling work, filled with lush orchestral textures and virtuosity from all corners. Written in 1939, it was a time when Bartók was becoming increasingly concerned with growing fascism. A fascinating blend of Hungarian folk music, quarter tones and volatile shifts in mood, this concerto is one of my absolute favourites. 'Performing with our country's national symphony orchestra is always an experience that fills me with pride, and I look forward to seeing you at the concert!' Maestro Káli played piano and violin at the Béla Bartók Conservatory in Budapest before studying conducting. His career skyrocketed after a celebrated debut with the Budapest Festival Orchestra in 2019. 'Every piece is different, and every orchestra is different,' Maestro Káli has said. 'The challenge is always to find a new way or different way with new musicians to cooperate – that's important.' While he began conducting at age 18, his dream to become a conductor was sparked when he was just eight years old. '[That wish] came from instinct. My parents took me to the opera house in Hungary to listen to classical music and I asked 'what is a conductor? What is he doing?' I felt I could do it.' A recipient of the prestigious Nestlé and Salzburg Festival Young Conductors Award, he's recognised as one of the most promising conductors of his generation. His profound expertise in Bartók's works has earned him accolades and invitations to conduct major orchestras and operas worldwide, cementing his reputation as an innovative and compelling leader in classical music. Amalia Hall appears with support from Jason Boyes and Nickie Van Der Beek. Tickets to Echoes of Home are from $22 (NZSO Members) and $26 (non-members). For more information go to COMING UP Masterworks: Mozart, Beethoven & Haydn – conductor James Judd, violinist Vesa-Matti Leppänen. Wellington (31 May), Blenheim (5 June), Nelson (7 June), Manukau (10 June), Kerikeri (13 June). – conductor Adam Johnson, soprano Madison Horman. Wellington (5 July), Auckland (6 July). Echoes of Home: Bartók & Dvořák GÁBOR KÁLI Conductor AMALIA HALL Violin LILBURN Aotearoa Overture BARTÓK Violin Concerto No. 2 DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 7 in D Minor, Op. 70 TE WHANGANUI-A-TARA WELLINGTON | Michael Fowler Centre| Friday, 23 May| 6.30pm ŌTAUTAHI CHRISTCHURCH | Town Hall| Sunday, 25 May| 2pm
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19-05-2025
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Music Stars Join With The NZSO In Wellington And Christchurch
Sensational Hungarian conductor Gábor Káli leads the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra for the first time in Wellington and Christchurch, featuring a folk-inspired masterpiece by his country's legendary composer Béla Bartók. Joining the accomplished maestro and NZSO is acclaimed New Zealand violinist Amalia Hall for an unforgettable performance of Bartók's evocative Second Violin Concerto. Echoes of Home: Bartók & Dvořák (Wellington, 23 May and Christchurch, 25 May) opens with a homegrown masterpiece: Douglas Lilburn's Aotearoa Overture, a tribute to New Zealand's sweeping landscapes and unique cultural heritage. Rounding out the evening is Antonín Dvořák's Seventh Symphony, a haunting expression of the composer's deep love for his Czech roots. Hall, one of Aotearoa's most celebrated violinists, made her NZSO debut in 2022 to critical acclaim. 'I had the pleasure of working with Gábor in Macao last year and was so inspired by his deeply committed approach to music. I'm looking forward to performing with my fellow Kiwi musicians in the NZSO once again, as it is always a joy to collaborate with this fabulous orchestra,' says Hall 'Bartók's second Violin Concerto is a compelling work, filled with lush orchestral textures and virtuosity from all corners. Written in 1939, it was a time when Bartók was becoming increasingly concerned with growing fascism. A fascinating blend of Hungarian folk music, quarter tones and volatile shifts in mood, this concerto is one of my absolute favourites. 'Performing with our country's national symphony orchestra is always an experience that fills me with pride, and I look forward to seeing you at the concert!' Maestro Káli played piano and violin at the Béla Bartók Conservatory in Budapest before studying conducting. His career skyrocketed after a celebrated debut with the Budapest Festival Orchestra in 2019. 'Every piece is different, and every orchestra is different,' Maestro Káli has said. 'The challenge is always to find a new way or different way with new musicians to cooperate – that's important.' While he began conducting at age 18, his dream to become a conductor was sparked when he was just eight years old. '[That wish] came from instinct. My parents took me to the opera house in Hungary to listen to classical music and I asked 'what is a conductor? What is he doing?' I felt I could do it.' A recipient of the prestigious Nestlé and Salzburg Festival Young Conductors Award, he's recognised as one of the most promising conductors of his generation. His profound expertise in Bartók's works has earned him accolades and invitations to conduct major orchestras and operas worldwide, cementing his reputation as an innovative and compelling leader in classical music. Amalia Hall appears with support from Jason Boyes and Nickie Van Der Beek. Tickets to Echoes of Home are from $22 (NZSO Members) and $26 (non-members). For more information go to COMING UP Masterworks: Mozart, Beethoven & Haydn – conductor James Judd, violinist Vesa-Matti Leppänen. Wellington (31 May), Blenheim (5 June), Nelson (7 June), Manukau (10 June), Kerikeri (13 June). – conductor Adam Johnson, soprano Madison Horman. Wellington (5 July), Auckland (6 July). Echoes of Home: Bartók & Dvořák GÁBOR KÁLI Conductor AMALIA HALL Violin LILBURN Aotearoa Overture BARTÓK Violin Concerto No. 2 DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 7 in D Minor, Op. 70 TE WHANGANUI-A-TARA WELLINGTON | Michael Fowler Centre| Friday, 23 May| 6.30pm ŌTAUTAHI CHRISTCHURCH | Town Hall| Sunday, 25 May| 2pm
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07-05-2025
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Virtuoso & Sensational Conductor Join NZSO In Wellington & Christchurch
Sensational Hungarian conductor Gábor Káli leads the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra for the first time in two concerts featuring a folk-inspired masterpiece by his country's legendary composer Béla Bartók. Joining the accomplished maestro and the orchestra will be acclaimed New Zealand violinist Amalia Hall for an unforgettable performance of Bartók's evocative Second Violin Concerto. Echoes of Home: Bartók & Dvořák in Wellington (23 May) and Christchurch (25 May) opens with a homegrown masterpiece: Douglas Lilburn's Aotearoa Overture, a tribute to New Zealand's sweeping landscapes and unique cultural heritage. Rounding out the evening is Antonín Dvořák's Seventh Symphony, a haunting expression of the composer's deep love for his Czech roots. Hall, one of New Zealand's most celebrated violinists, made her NZSO debut in 2022 to critical acclaim with The Post and The New Zealand Herald declaring her 'a superb soloist'. Britain's The Strad has praised her performances for their 'blazing insight and dazzling virtuosity.' Such is Hall's versatility; she's also Concertmaster of Orchestra Wellington—a position she earned in 2016 as New Zealand's youngest concertmaster—and as a violinist with NZTrio. Maestro Káli played piano and violin at the Béla Bartók Conservatory in Budapest before studying conducting. His career skyrocketed after a celebrated debut with the Budapest Festival Orchestra in 2019. 'Every piece is different, and every orchestra is different,' Maestro Káli has said. 'The challenge is always to find a new way or different way with new musicians to cooperate – that's important.' While he began conducting at age 18, his dream to become a conductor was sparked when he was just eight years old. '[That wish] came from instinct. My parents took me to the opera house in Hungary to listen to classical music and I asked 'what is a conductor? What is he doing?' I felt I could do it.' A recipient of the prestigious Nestlé and Salzburg Festival Young Conductors Award, he's recognised as one of the most promising conductors of his generation. His profound expertise in Bartók's works has earned him accolades and invitations to conduct major orchestras and operas worldwide, cementing his reputation as an innovative and compelling leader in classical music. Amalia Hall appears with support from Jason Boyes and Nickie Van Der Beek. Tickets to Echoes of Home are from $22 (NZSO Members) and $26 (non-members). For more information go to – conductor James Judd, violinist Vesa-Matti Leppänen. Wellington (31 May), Blenheim (5 June), Nelson (7 June), Manukau (10 June), Kerikeri (13 June).
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06-05-2025
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Virtuoso & Sensational Conductor Join NZSO In Wellington & Christchurch
Sensational Hungarian conductor Gábor Káli leads the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra for the first time in two concerts featuring a folk-inspired masterpiece by his country's legendary composer Béla Bartók. Joining the accomplished maestro and the orchestra will be acclaimed New Zealand violinist Amalia Hall for an unforgettable performance of Bartók's evocative Second Violin Concerto. Echoes of Home: Bartók & Dvořák in Wellington (23 May) and Christchurch (25 May) opens with a homegrown masterpiece: Douglas Lilburn's Aotearoa Overture, a tribute to New Zealand's sweeping landscapes and unique cultural heritage. Rounding out the evening is Antonín Dvořák's Seventh Symphony, a haunting expression of the composer's deep love for his Czech roots. Hall, one of New Zealand's most celebrated violinists, made her NZSO debut in 2022 to critical acclaim with The Post and The New Zealand Herald declaring her 'a superb soloist'. Britain's The Strad has praised her performances for their 'blazing insight and dazzling virtuosity.' Such is Hall's versatility; she's also Concertmaster of Orchestra Wellington—a position she earned in 2016 as New Zealand's youngest concertmaster—and as a violinist with NZTrio. Maestro Káli played piano and violin at the Béla Bartók Conservatory in Budapest before studying conducting. His career skyrocketed after a celebrated debut with the Budapest Festival Orchestra in 2019. 'Every piece is different, and every orchestra is different,' Maestro Káli has said. 'The challenge is always to find a new way or different way with new musicians to cooperate – that's important.' While he began conducting at age 18, his dream to become a conductor was sparked when he was just eight years old. '[That wish] came from instinct. My parents took me to the opera house in Hungary to listen to classical music and I asked 'what is a conductor? What is he doing?' I felt I could do it.' A recipient of the prestigious Nestlé and Salzburg Festival Young Conductors Award, he's recognised as one of the most promising conductors of his generation. His profound expertise in Bartók's works has earned him accolades and invitations to conduct major orchestras and operas worldwide, cementing his reputation as an innovative and compelling leader in classical music. Amalia Hall appears with support from Jason Boyes and Nickie Van Der Beek. Tickets to Echoes of Home are from $22 (NZSO Members) and $26 (non-members). For more information go to COMING UP Masterworks: Mozart, Beethoven & Haydn – conductor James Judd, violinist Vesa-Matti Leppänen. Wellington (31 May), Blenheim (5 June), Nelson (7 June), Manukau (10 June), Kerikeri (13 June).
