1.00 Sleeping with the Steinway

Children learn how to play at the Nelson School of Music

Children learn how to play at the Nelson School of Music Photo: Supplied

A performance at the Nelson School of Music

A performance at the Nelson School of Music Photo: Supplied

The Nelson School of Music is having a celebration that will run throughout the night this weekend. It includes a range of performances, including the debut of new work by composer Gareth Farr. He'll be joined by Sarah Lewis from the Nelson School of Music to discuss the magic of the music of the night.

1.20 Laughter is the best medicine

A group laughter session

A group laughter session Photo: Supplied

Did you know adults only laugh 20-30 times a day while a child will laugh more than 300. Why is that? Are we also less happy when we don't laugh as much? Laughter coach Hannah Airey has been helping people find their voice following difficult times.

1.40 Wave, Rock, Beat

New Zealand composer John Elmsly

New Zealand composer John Elmsly Photo: Supplied

The SMP Ensemble is back, celebrating the music of John Elmsly, the current Creative New Zealand/Jack C. Richards Composer-in-Residence. The performance combines classical with electroacoustic elements, covering works by Elmsly and people who inspired him including David Farquhar and Douglas Lilburn.