Classical

John Wells   (www.johnwells.co.nz)  

Concert organist and composer, John Wells, offers access to reviews, recordings and publications.

Auckland City String Quartet   (www.aucklandcitystringquartet.co.nz)  

Auckland's premier professional string quartet has performed for mayoral and other civic functions, public concerts, business receptions and private functions. Weddings and Receptions are their speciality.

The Tuba Guy   (www.tubaguy.co.nz)  

A site about one of New Zealands top Tuba players.

Auckland Symphony Orchestra   (www.aucklandsymphony.gen.nz)  

The Auckland Symphony Orchestra is based in Auckland, New Zealand where it is one of the most popular community orchestras.

CBS Music   (www.cathedral.org.nz)  

The home of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament choir and orchestra. The choir consists of about 40 men and women who rehearse weekly in preparation for Cathedral liturgical music, concerts, tours and recordings.

Dunedin Youth Orchestra   (www.dyo.org.nz)  

A community based orchestra for classical musicians aged 13 to 25.

Peter McAven   (www.petermcaven.com)  

Peter McAven is a New Zealander and a successful classical guitarist located in Auckland.

Indra Hughes   (www.indrahughes.com)  

An accomplished and versatile musician, working as a choir trainer, organist, writer, broadcaster and Bach scholar.

Barrett Hocking   (www.barretthocking.com)  

A jazz, funk and classical musician who has played trumpet, bass guitar, flugelhorn and cornet professionally in New Zealand and around the world.

Auckland Youth Symphonic Band   (www.pohutukawa.com/aysb)  

Auckland Youth Symphonic Band in Auckland, New Zealand.

Manukau Youth Orchestra   (www.pohutukawa.com)  

A full Symphony Orchestra and Incorporated Society established in 1974 by Eric Craig and now under the direction of Joseph Allan.

Michelle Birch, Classical Guitarist   (www.michellebirch.com)  

Based in Auckland, Michelle is a seasoned performer and teacher. Visit her site for more information, including free MP3's of her playing solo and in ensemble.

ESP Strings   (www.espstrings.com)  

A dynamic group of string players performing as a quartet, trio or string orchestra. They play music from the Baroque, Classical and Romantic eras, along with jazz and Latin inspired pieces, pop and rock music.

Tardus Music   (www.tardusmusic.co.nz)  

An Auckland based collection of minds working together to meld different musical tangents.

Jeffrey Grice, Pianist   (www.jeffreygrice.net)  

Christchurch born pianist, Jeffrey Grice, has performed and recorded in New Zealand and around the world. Now based in Japan, he plays imaginative selections of contemporary and classical compositions.

Handbell Society of Australasia   (www.handbells.org.au)  

An organisation aiming to encourage the art of handbell ringing in Australia, New Zealand and neighbouring region.

String Silhouette   (www.stringsilhouette.co.nz)  

Is Auckland's most popular string quartet, available for weddings, corporate functions and concerts.

Waikanae Music Society   (www.waikanaemusic.org)  

Now in its 26th year, the Kapiti Music Society has grown from strength to strength over the years and is highly respected in the New Zealand musical community and has presented concerts by an array of New Zealand's finest musicians, including Michael Houstoun, the New Zealand Chamber Orchestra and The New Zealand String Quartet.

Champagne String Quartet (www.stringquartet.co.nz)  

The perfect accompaniment to any event located in Christchurch.

Southern Sinfonia   (www.southernsinfonia.org)  

Dunedin's only professional orchestra, and one of four regional orchestras based in New Zealand's largest cities. Throughout the year, the Sinfonia presents a five-concert subscription series, plus additional performances, education programmes, masterclasses and workshops.

David Coomber and Fern Recorders   (www.coomber-fern-recorders.co.nz)  

Making copies of original 16th-18th century recorders. Originals include those by Bressan, Denner, Stanesby, Kynsker, and Bizey.

John Psathas   (www.johnpsathas.com)  

A New Zealand composer whose work is highly regarded both at home and abroad. His work has been performed and recorded in Greece, Bulgaria, Germany and America.

Robin Toan   (www.robintoan.com)  

A young New Zealand composer, based in Auckland, writing music for orchestras, chamber groups, soloists and films.

Peter Mechen's New Zealand Music Reviews   (homepages.paradise.net.nz/petermec/)  

Articles and reviews about classical music recordings and performances.

Jonathan Besser   (www.jonathanbesser.com)  

Composer and pianist, Jonathan Besser, has composed original music for many film, radio, stage and television productions. His CD's are available for purchase online.