The New Zealand String Quartet at Waikanae – Emperors, dictators and husbands in music
The New Zealand String Quartet – Helene Pohl (leader), Monique Lapins (violin), Gillian Ansell (viola), Rolf Gjelsten (‘cello)
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piano quintet
3 reviews
Haydn, Brahms and Brigid Bisley in superb recital from Diedre Irons and the Aroha Quartet
Whether or not Haydn was seeking the greatest possible tonal contrasts between each of the instruments, that is what they produced; and the differences between the instruments so beautifully evoked, not just ‘a bird’, but a wonderful…
Delectable Dvořák, palatable Puccini and delicious Dohnányi at Waikanae
Sunday 24 June 2018, 2.30pm The delectable Dvořák quintet was a joy to hear; the Puccini was highly palatable, and the Dohnányi delicious, from an outstanding group of musicians. Two are present New Zealand String Quartet members, one a…