Five Lines is a collection of writings about music in Aotearoa New Zealand by Elizabeth Kerr. It features short articles, artist profiles and reviews of concerts, operas and albums. You can subscribe - it’s free - at the bottom of any story.
NZTrio and friends – and what makes a great concert
NZTrio has performed twice in Wellington recently, in two tours, Space Jump, and NZTrio+, joined for the latter by a violist and a bassist for Schubert’s beloved “Trout” Quintet.
Voices New Zealand and the shining light of Karen Grylls
The recent concert “When Light Breaks” revealed many aspects of the art of Dr Karen Grylls, who has been made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her outstanding contributions to choral music.