Upbeat

Wellington choir The Tudor Consort explores the unique sound of the Russian Orthodox tradition in their concert, Iconic. Read more Audio

Zoe Zeniodi talks about the art of conducting, why she decided to become a conductor, and leading NZ Opera's season of Mozart's 'The Marriage of Figaro'. Read more Audio

We are always looking at ways to improve the experience we offer you, our valued listeners. This is the first in an occasional series intended to keep you up-to-date with what’s happening at RNZ… Read more

Tim Dodd talks to William Green about Vera Moore (1896-1997), one of the first New Zealand-born pianists to have an international performing career. Read more Video, Audio

Congratulations to young Dunedin musician Cameron Monteath, this year’s recipient of of the Audrey Reid Composition Prize. Read more Audio

Michael Lawrence, Chair of the National Concerto Competition, talks with Upbeat about upcoming final this Saturday, and the influence the contest has had in shaping the careers of many New Zealand… Read more Audio

Congratulations to Kirsten Strom who, along with fellow composer Reuben Jellyman, is one of this year's Edwin Carr Foundation Scholarship recipients. She'll be heading to London soon to continue her… Read more Audio

Orchestra Wellington concertmaster Amalia Hall steps into the spotlight to take on Paganini's Violin Concerto No 2 - a virtuosic and demanding showpiece. Read more Audio

Baroque Voices director Pepe Becker talks with Cynthia Morahan about a special mid-winter concert combining 14th century music with a 19th century art form. Read more Audio

'Sanctuary' is a new collaborative album from jazz composers and performers Jasmine Lovell-Smith and Jake Baxendale. Read more Audio

Richard Nunns was an English teacher and jazz musician who became fascinated by taonga puoro - traditional Māori instruments. We explore his impact on New Zealand music. Read more Audio

There's a new classical musical festival happening in Queenstown this weekend. The Wakatipu Music Festival celebrates the newest and brightest New Zealand musical stars. Read more Audio