
Lunchtime Recital Series
6 Sep 2023 - 18 Oct 2023
Passion & Poetry - 6 September, 1pm
Be captivated by Rachmaninov’s masterpiece of sweeping romanticism and expressive beauty played by two brilliant, award-winning virtuosi -Melbourne pianist, Laurence Matheson and Waikato alumnus, Matthias Balzat, cello.
Lucien Johnson Jazz Concert - 13 September, 1pm
Lara Hall & Justin Bird - 20 September, 1pm
University of Waikato faculty members Lara Hall and Justin Bird present a programme of romantic violin and piano works. This will be a rare opportunity to hear American master-composer Amy Beach's monumental 1897 sonata, as well as salon-works to delight and uplift.
Where Everything is Music - 27 September, 1pm
Operatic contralto Kristin Darragh will give a recital accompanied by Francis Cowan. The programme will include a rarely heard Canzona by Carissimi, sacred poems by Rumi and Rabia set for contralto and piano by Michael Williams, selected lieder and operatic arias
Flute & Guitar Recital - 4 October, 1pm
Amalia & Lara Hall, Violin/Viola Duo - 11 October, 1pm
Internationally renowned violinist Amalia Hall is joined by her sister, University of Waikato faculty member Lara Hall for a concert of duets spanning several centuries. Enjoy a recital of rarely heard Mozart, Wieniawski and Bartok
Student Showcase - 18 October, 1pm
Conservatorium of Music students inspire and delight with solo and chamber instrumental works and a variety of vocal repertoire.
Tickets: General Admission: $15