The
Auckland Philharmonia
2000 Concert Calendar
Auckland, New Zealand
September | October | November
Royal
& SunAlliance Series
The Royal & SunAlliance Series is the Auckland Philharmonia's major international
concert series for the year.
Kiwi
Kapers
Auckland schools concerts
Midwinter Masterpieces: "The Band & the Bard" - Concert #3
Saturday, September 2 - 7pm, Bruce Mason Centre
Sunday, September 3 - 2pm, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell
A series of three concerts to lighten the dark midwinter, with international conductors, principal players from the Auckland Philharmonia, and a selection of favourite classics accompanied by readings and music from three of Shakespeare's most popular plays. Russian conductor Vladimir Verbitsky conducts the Auckland Philharmonia with soloists Christine Mori & Jennifer Seddon-Mori (Principal and Sub-Principal Flute, respectively, with the Auckland Philharmonia). The programme features Schubert: Symphony No 1; Vivaldi: Concerto for Two Flutes; Borodin: In the Steppes of Central Asia; Shakespeare: Reading from Romeo & Juliet by Raymond Hawthorne of Auckland Theatre Company; Tchaikovsky: Romeo & Juliet. For bookings phone the Auckland Philharmonia free on 0508-concert/0508 266-237.
Royal & SunAlliance Series 2000, Concert #12
"A Night in Vienna"
The Royal & SunAlliance Series is the Auckland Philharmonia's major international concert series for the year.
Thursday, September 7 - 8pm, Aotea Centre
Russian conductor Vladimir Verbitsky conducts the Auckland Philharmonia and Viennese violinist Karin Adam in a programme featuring J Strauss: On the Beautiful Blue Danube; Berg: Violin Concerto; Mozart: Symphony No 40 in G minor; R Strauss: Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche (Till Eulenspiegel's merry pranks). Pre-concert talk (free to all ticket holders) by John Ure, 7pm in the main auditorium of the venue. Bookings phone the Ticketek Orchestra Hotline on (09) 307 5139.
Royal & SunAlliance Series 2000, Concert #13
Thursday, September 14 - 8pm, Auckland Town Hall
American conductor Daniel Hege conducts the Auckland Philharmonia and Canadian violinist Corey Cerovsek in a programme featuring Copland: Danzon Cubano; Dvorak: Violin Concerto in A minor; Liadov: The Enchanted Lake; Lutoslawski: Concerto for Orchestra. Pre-concert talk (free to all ticket holders) by Leonard Sakofsky, 7pm in the main auditorium of the venue. Bookings phone the Ticketek Orchestra Hotline on (09) 307 5139.
Ord Minnett Jazz & Cabaret Series, Concert #2 "Peel Me a Grape"
Saturday, September 23 (8pm) & Sunday, September 24 (7pm), Aotea Centre
Canadian jazz vocalist and pianist Diana Krall is rapidly becoming the hottest jazz sensation in the US. Recent Grammy Award winner (Best Jazz Vocalist), she possesses a seductive voice described as "wild honey with a spoonful of scotch" and plays the piano with a "crisp, swinging soulfulness". She has an intimate singing style, a magnetic stage presence, and the songs she chooses have her own unmistakable sharp and witty interpretation. Diana joins the Auckland Philharmonia for two concerts (on Saturday night with a repeat performance on Sunday night). For further details and bookings phone the Auckland Philharmonia free on 0508-concert/0508 266-237.
Royal & SunAlliance Series 2000, Concert #14
Thursday, September 28 - 8pm, Auckland Town Hall
Chilean conductor Rodolfo Fischer conducts the Auckland Philharmonia in a programme featuring Grieg: Holberg Suite; Hamilton: Leukos (Light) (world premiere); Schubert: Symphony No 4 in C minor, Tragic; Chavez: Sinfonia India. Pre-concert talk (free to all ticket holders) by David Hamilton, 7pm in the main auditorium of the venue. Bookings phone the Ticketek Orchestra Hotline on (09) 307 5139.
PhilharMania!
Monday, October 2 - 11.30am & 7pm, Auckland Town Hall
The Auckland Philharmonia, with conductor Marc Taddei and narrator Charles Pierard, presents two one hour concerts designed to entertain children aged 6-11 years and their families. Held during the school holidays, the programme features the full versions of:
Rossini: William Tell
Eve de Castro-Robinson: Kihikihi (the cicada)
Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf
To compliment the concerts, various musicians from the orchestra present "The Music Zoo", an interactive opportunity for children to watch and listen to a range of orchestral instruments and ask questions of the musicians. General admission. You must book to reserve seats - phone the Auckland Philharmonia free on 0508-concert (0508-266 237). Please note: these concerts sold out in April, so book early.
Royal & SunAlliance Series 2000, Concert #15
"Romantic Finale"
The Royal & SunAlliance Series is the Auckland Philharmonia's major international concert series for the year.
Thursday, October 12 - 8pm, Aotea Centre
American conductor Alasdair Neale conducts the Auckland Philharmonia and New Zealand pianist Michael Houstoun in a programme featuring Saint-Saens: Piano Concerto No 5 in F, Egyptian; Rachmaninov: Symphony No 2 in E minor. Pre-concert talk (free to all ticket holders) by Gillian Whitehead, 7pm in the main auditorium of the venue. Bookings phone the Ticketek Orchestra Hotline on (09) 307 5139.
Auckland Philharmonia Auction of Fine Wine
Wednesday, October 18 - 6pm, Hyatt Regency Auckland
The Auckland Philharmonia Auction of Fine Wine is an auction that grandstands some of the best wines New Zealand has ever produced. Many of these wines have never been, or are no longer available on the retail market. We offer people an exclusive opportunity to obtain these fine wines, plus bid for stunning artwork, luxury accommodation, food and travel (and have fun while doing it!). Phone Alison Henry on (09) 638 7073 for more information.
Ord Minnett Jazz & Cabaret Series, Concert #3 "Songs My Mother Sang"
Saturday, October 21 - 8pm, Aotea Centre
Matt Cattingub returns after a highly successful debut with the Auckland Philharmonia last year. He is joined by local vocalist Caitlin Smith in a show celebrating the music sung by his mother, jazz great Mavis Rivers. Matt is a consummate musician, versatile as a pianist, saxophonist, vocalist and conductor, and famous for his musical arrangements. For further details and bookings phone the Auckland Philharmonia free on 0508-concert/0508 266-237.
Rudd Watts & Stone Celebration Series, Concert #1 - "Spanish Fiesta"
Friday, October 27 - 8pm, Auckland Town Hall
A series of four "themed" concerts with international conductors and soloists. "Spanish Fiesta" features the Auckland Philharmonia conducted by the orchestra's Music Director, Miguel Harth-Bedoya and soloist Justine Cormack, the orchestra's Concertmaster. The programme features: Turina: Danzas Fantasticas; Lalo: Sinfonie Espagnole; Gimeniz: Intermezzo from Las Bodas de Luis Alonso; Granados: Intermezzo from Goyescas; De Falla: Spanish Dance from La Vida Breve; Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio Espagnol. For further details and bookings phone the Auckland Philharmonia free on 0508-concert/0508 266-237.
Rudd Watts & Stone Celebration Series, Concert #2 - "Beethovenfest"
Friday, November 10 - 8pm, Auckland Town Hall
A series of four "themed" concerts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Auckland Philharmonia. "Beethovenfest" features the Auckland Philharmonia conducted by Jonathan Grieves-Smith with violinist Adele Anthony. The programme begins with reviews and letters from Beethoven, followed by Beethoven's Violin Concerto and Beethoven's Symphony No.7. For further details and bookings phone the Auckland Philharmonia free on 0508-concert/0508 266-237.
Rudd Watts & Stone Celebration Series, Concert #3 - "In Love with Vienna"
Friday, November 17 - 8pm, Auckland Town Hall
A series of four "themed" concerts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Auckland Philharmonia. "In Love with Vienna" features the Auckland Philharmonia conducted by Werner Andreas Albert with soprano Dame Malvina Major. The programme features Schubert: Rosamunde Overture; Mozart: Porgi amor; Schubert: Rosamunde (ballet music and entr'actes); Mozart: Non mi dir; Strauss: Die Fledermaus Overture; Strauss: Csardas; Strauss: Hungarian Polka; Strauss: Tales from the Vienna Woods; Strauss: I'm in love with Vienna; Lehar: Love Live Forever. For further details and bookings phone the Auckland Philharmonia free on 0508-concert/0508 266-237.
Twinings Proms Down Under, Concert #4 - "Proms Down Under"
Friday, November 24, Saturday, November 25 - 8pm, Auckland Town Hall
A series of four "themed" concerts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Auckland Philharmonia. "Proms Down Under" features the Auckland Philharmonia conducted by Christopher Bell with soloist Deborah Wai Kapohe and poet Sam Hunt. The programme features a mixture of traditional British Proms music including Parry, arr. Elgar: Jerusalem; Wood: Fantasia on British Sea Songs; Elgar: Pomp and Circumstance, combined with an exciting selection of New Zealand music (plus a reading by Sam Hunt). The New Zealand music includes Tutira mai (arr. Ritchie); Hamilton: Millennial Maggie; Heenan: Hine e Hine; Dorothea Franchi: Do-Wack-A-Do Ballet Suite; Heenan: Kihi Kihi from Maori Suite; Pokarekare ana; Farr: The Great Sea Gongs (pt 1); Ritchie: Coming To It. For further details and bookings phone the Auckland Philharmonia free on 0508-concert/0508 266-237.
Royal &
SunAlliance Series
All concerts on Thursdays at 8pm
The Royal & SunAlliance Series is the Auckland Philharmonia's major international concert series for the year.
May 18 - Auckland Town Hall
May 25 - Aotea Centre
June 1 - Aotea Centre
June 8 - Auckland Town Hall
July 27 - Aotea Centre
August 17 - Auckland Town Hall
August 24 - Auckland Town Hall
August 31 - Auckland Town Hall
September 7 - Aotea Centre
September 14 - Auckland Town Hall
September 28 - Auckland Town Hall
October 12 - Aotea Centre
Midwinter
Masterpieces
Saturday, June 10 - 7pm, Bruce Mason Centre
Sunday, June 11 - 2pm, Holy Trinity Cathedral
Saturday, August 12 - 7pm, Bruce Mason Centre
Sunday, August 13 - 2pm, Holy Trinity Cathedral
Saturday, Sept 2 - 7pm, Bruce Mason Centre
Sunday, Sept 3 - 2pm, Holy Trinity Cathedral
Jazz & Cabaret
Series
All concerts at 8pm at the Aotea Centre
Friday, July 14
Saturday, August 26
Friday Sept 22 & Saturday Sept 23 (TBC)
Kiwi Kapers -
Auckland schools concerts
Tuesday, August 1 - Auckland Girls' Grammar
Thursday, August 3 - Bruce Mason Centre
Tauranga: date TBC
Rotorua: date TBC
Hamilton: date TBC
Auction of Fine
Wine
Hyatt Regency Auckland
Wednesday, October 18
Festival of
Celebrations Series
Auckland Town Hall - 8pm
Friday, October 27
Friday, November 10
Friday, November 17
Friday November 24 & Saturday November 25
(Last Night of the Proms)
Chair Sponsors'
Function
Top of the Town - Hyatt Regency Auckland
Wednesday, November 1 - 6pm to 8pm
20th Anniversary
Concert
Auckland Town Hall
Saturday, November 4
Christmas Concert
(venue TBC)
Saturday, December 16
Out-of-town
concerts
Hamilton: Friday, March 3 ("A Tribute to Cello")
Tauranga: date TBC
Rotorua: date TBC
Hamilton: date TBC
NB: Programme
details subject to change 23/02/00
Auckland Philharmonia
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