Music
Talking Candy with Riiki Reid
Charlotte Cook catches up with Pōneke-based singer-songwriter, choreographer and producer Riiki Reid (Ngāti Porou) about her new single ‘Candy’ and opening for Mallrat this September. Audio
Live on Music 101: Jed Parsons
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jed Parsons joins Charlotte Cook in the RNZ Studios to perform live. Video, Audio
In the Guest House with Georgia Lines
Georgia Lines has a kōrero with Charlotte Cook about her forthcoming EP, The Guest House, and moving to Nashville. Audio
NZ Youth Choir conquers Europe
The NZ Youth Choir took out top honours at the Grand Prix of Nations at the European Choir Games in Aarhus, Denmark. Audio
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
Featuring a 'bass-heavy love note to Xena Warrior Princess', a new song from Auckland folktronica artist freya, and American rapper Kevin Abstract. Audio
LIVE: 2024 Lexus Song Quest - Semi-Final 1
Finding the opera voices of tomorrow, here is RNZ Concert's recording of the first of two semi-finals for the Lexus Song Quest 2024. Soprano Madison Horman, mezzo Katie Trigg, tenor Manase Latu… Audio
Hamilton Flute Festival
It's all about the flute in Hamilton this weekend. RNZ Concert's Andrew Clark speaks with the festival's founder, Kathryn Orbell. Video, Audio
NZ Live: Emily C. Browning
Otautahi-based alt-pop artist, producer, Emily C. Browning joined Jesse for NZ Live. Video, Audio
Lorde announces a New Zealand leg for her world tour
She hinted there was no way that New Zealand fans wouldn't get their turn, finally they have a date to mark on the calendar.
Schönberg, Arnold: Verklärte Nacht Op 4
Performed by the Auckland Philharmonia under conductor Giordano Bellincampi at their Premier Series - Nightscapes concert on 10 July 2025 at the Auckland Town Hall.
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Wagner, Richard arr Leopold Auer: Träume WWV 91B
Performed by the Auckland Philharmonia under conductor Giordano Bellincampi at their Premier Series - Nightscapes concert on 10 July 2025 at the Auckland Town Hall.
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Piazzola, Astor arr Jeff Scott: Libertango
Performed by Bede Hanley (oboe), Jonathan Cohen (clarinet), Ingrid Hagan (bassoon), Gabrielle Pho (horn) as an encore at the Auckland Philharmonia's Premier Series - Nightscapes concert on 10 July… Audio
Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus: Sinfonia Concertante in Eb K297b
Performed by the Auckland Philharmonia under conductor Giordano Bellincampi at their Premier Series - Nightscapes concert on 10 July 2025 at the Auckland Town Hall. The soloists were Bede Hanley… Audio
Strauss II, Johann: Emperor Waltz Op 437
Performed by the Auckland Philharmonia under conductor Giordano Bellincampi at their Premier Series - Nightscapes concert on 10 July 2025 at the Auckland Town Hall.
Recorded by RNZ Concert
Producer:… Audio
Charles Begg and his music stores
Social historian and writer Dr Clare Gleeson talks with RNZ Concert host David Morriss about Begg's music stores, founded by her great-great-grandfather in the 1860s and an important part of New… Audio
Tyrun & Greatsouth
Music friends Tyrun and Greatsouth return to the TAHI to tell us about their latest pursuits plus State of Origin and Silver Scrolls Chat Audio
Will we ever lure big music acts to New Zealand?
Venue operators and promoters say attracting the biggest artists is difficult. Now there are calls now for the government to step in.
Scientist reveals Coldplay have become boring
If you felt like Coldplay's music became less bold over the years, it's not just A Rush of Blood to the Head - you may be right! Durham University's Nick Collins spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Is NZ getting short changed when it comes to big concerts?
Is New Zealand getting short changed when it comes to big music concerts? Venue operators and promoters say that attracting the biggest artists to these shores is proving difficult. There was Taylor… Audio
Fostering a lifelong love of music for seven decades
The Christchurch School of Music is turning 70 this year. Director Celia Stewart talks about this not-for-profit organisation with a strong focus on community, and the events planned to mark the… Audio
