2019 NZSSSO Gala Concert
Presented by Forte Itinerant Teachers of Music, this concert showcases the amazing talent of young New Zealand orchestral musicians from Secondary Schools from throughout the country.
This year a challenging and exciting program will be conducted by Uwe Grodd, a conductor and flautist who has performed, recorded and conducted internationally for over 25 years. The programme includes Mahler’s incredible Symphony No.1, as well as the Overture to Colas Breugnon by Kabalevsky, and the fantastic Concerto for Strings and Marimba by Sejourne.
The concert will be held at the Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret's College, Saturday 27th of April at 7pm.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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27.8% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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21% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.9% Keep it as is
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31.5% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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11.3% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
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