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The Elouan Quartet with flutist Bridget Douglas: light loveliness and splendid variety
The Elouan Quartet recently toured two interesting, well-curated programmes to regional chamber music centres with flutist Bridget Douglas.
Four Last Songs: NZTrio and soprano Emma Pearson in marvellous musical accord
NZTrio with guest Emma Pearson delivered a crackling concert of varied repertoire, including Strauss's Four Last Songs arranged by NZ composer Salina Fisher.
Violinist Wilma Smith - chamber music with friends
Violinist Wilma Smith is in New Zealand for a chamber music tour and the annual Martinborough Music Festival. The Delta outbreak has her plans in flux but she’s still smiling.