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ABOUT THE APO
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra is New Zealand’s full-time professional Metropolitan orchestra, serving Auckland’s communities with a comprehensive programme of concerts and education and outreach activities.
In more than 50 performances annually, the APO presents a full season of symphonic work showcasing many of the world’s finest musicians. The APO is also proud to support both NZ Opera and the Royal New Zealand Ballet in Auckland performances, as well as working in partnership with Auckland Arts Festival, Michael Hill International Violin Competition and Atamira Dance Company.
Renowned for its innovation, passion and versatility, the APO collaborates with some of New Zealand’s most inventive artists.
Through its numerous APO Connecting (education, outreach and community) initiatives the APO offers opportunities to thousands of young people and adults nationwide to participate in music, ranging from hip-hop and rock to contemporary and classical.
100,000 people hear the orchestra live each year with many thousands more reached through special events, recordings and other media.
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Unwrap the Music – Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony – Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet Suites – Dvořák’s Eighth Symphony
Orchestral Summer School – Finale Concert
APO 4 Kids – Action! Rhythm! Orchestra!
Little Singer Experience
Kiwi Kapers
Little Drummer Experience
APO 4 Kids – Christmas
In Your Neighbourhood – Beethoven’s Septet – Italian Baroque – The Nature of Flute
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Ruaumoko – Auckland Dance Project
APOPS
Discovery – Discover the Greats
Our Voice – Ensembles Session – Orchestral Session
Composer Workshops
Meet the Composer
Remix the Orchestra – Remix Family Events – APO Remix Scholarship
Sistema Aotearoa – Sistema NZ
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Summer in the Square
Connecting with Music
Open Orchestra Central – APO meets Harold the Giraffe
Open Orchestra South – Southern Stars
Open Orchestra West – West Side Beats
APO CORE SUPPORTERS:
SISTEMA AOTEAROA IS SUPPORTED BY:
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Nurturing Talent – Artists – Masterclasses – Open Rehearsals
Nurturing Talent – Performance – Big Play In – Chamber Music Showcase – Brass Showcase
Haydn Staples Piano Programme – Masterclasses and Open
Rehearsals– Piano Scholar – Rönisch Auckland Secondary
Schools Piano Competition
Further Opportunities – Orchestral Internships – Young Soloist of the Year – APO Young Achievers – Rising Star – Orchestral Fellowships – Secondary School Composition
Competition
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Meet our Musicians
Meet our Connecting Team
Connect with the APO
Support APO Connecting
Acknowledgements
Thank You
APO Connecting Calendar
CONTENTS
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WELCOME
Welcome to the APO Connecting programme for 2016, our extensive range of events, activities and opportunities for Aucklanders of all ages.
Our musical education, community engagement and outreach initiatives, under the umbrella of APO Connecting, are an important and valuable aspect of the work we do. We offer a myriad of opportunities for people to connect with the orchestra and it is wonderful to see the effect music can have throughout the Auckland community. Seeding a life-long love of music in our youngest members as they conduct-a-long at an APO 4 Kids concert, giving children in schools the chance to meet and work closely with our musicians to improve their musical understanding and abilities and nurturing the next generation of musicians through advanced teaching and support. Many of the activities we present through APO Connecting wouldn’t be possible without the support of our funders, sponsors and partners. These organisations and individuals continue to show commitment to this programme and our desire to share orchestral music with the community. We are grateful for their support and assistance in the work that we do. I encourage you to take a look through the brochure and find out more about the opportunities for you, your students or your family to connect with the APO and participate in some exciting musical activities. We look forward to seeing you in 2016.
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IMPACT“The brass instruments and drums float through your ears and make you feel excited and happy. Music is magic!”
Pupil (8 years old) from Gladstone Primary School – APOPS ACE Brass performance
ENGAGE“It was lovely to see the range of people at the concert – families with littlies and older people…some of the kids were totally transfixed by the orchestra – you could see them taking it all in and really enjoying the experience.”
Community Choir participant – Open Orchestra West
EXCITE“Great event for the whole family. I’m inspired to play an instrument again and introduce instruments to my two children.”
Parent – APO 4 Kids concert
INSPIRE“The Our Voice event gave me the chance to do something few have, in hearing a large orchestral work performed and fine-tuned within a comfortable space of time, and to walk away with more knowledge and insight on how to approach orchestral writing in the future.”
Erin Fagan – Our Voice Workshop participant
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RUAUMOKO AUCKLAND DANCE PROJECT
School Concert Friday 11 March, 1pm The Civic Theatre, Auckland Central
Family Concert Saturday 12 March, 5pm The Civic Theatre, Auckland Central
This year, in the APO’s fifth Auckland Dance Project, we again work in partnership with Atamira Dance Company bringing together dancers of all ages and levels of dance experience from schools across Auckland to create an explosion of music and dance.
Ruaumoko follows heroine Hine Ariki, a turehu (fairy) who sets out on a quest to calm the rumblings of Ruaumoko, god of the earthquakes, and encounters mythical forces and creatures within the sacred mountain. More than 100 students will perform a unique interpretation of a modern Maori fairytale set to New Zealand composer Gareth Farr’s Ruaumoko.
Duration of concert: 60 minutes
Composer Gareth Farr Artistic Director and Choreographer Moss Patterson Soundscape Artist Paddy Free
Presented in association with Auckland Arts Festival
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APOPSAPO proudly supports 60 partnerships in its year-long APO Partnership with Schools programme (APOPS). This unique programme offers students and teachers exciting and inspirational opportunities to learn from professional musicians in a classroom context. Memberships include mentoring by APO musicians, composition workshops, interactive one-hour ensemble performances at the school and a trip to one of the APO Connecting concerts.
apo.co.nz/apops
DISCOVERY DISCOVER THE GREATS For secondary school students
Thursday 19 May, 11.30am–1pmAuckland Town Hall, Auckland Central
A concert for young people, featuring “The Greats” of the classical world; amongst them New Zealand’s father of composition Douglas Lilburn, Beethoven, Mozart, Britten and a new work by APO’s Rising Star Young Composer-in-Residence Matan Franco. Students will not only connect with a variety of the great classics, but will also have the opportunity to enjoy the talent of some of New Zealand’s finest emerging artists who will be showcased as soloists in this memorable schools concert which brings classroom learning alive.
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POTTER TRUSTFreemasons New Zealand
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OUR VOICEThis programme fosters young New Zealand composers and provides them with a platform to test their “Orchestral Voice”. The collaboration between the APO and the University of Auckland School of Music gives young composers, at both secondary school and tertiary level, the opportunity for their works to be workshopped, performed and recorded.
ENSEMBLES SESSIONFriday 30 September, 1–3.30pmMusic Theatre, University of Auckland School of Music, Auckland Central
This session for tertiary students will provide exposure and insight into compositional techniques for both string and wind ensembles.
ORCHESTRAL SESSIONFriday 7 October, 1–3.30pmAuckland Philharmonia Hall, Mt Eden, Auckland Central
Two secondary school students and three tertiary students will have their orchestral works rehearsed and recorded by the full APO conducted by Hamish McKeich.
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COMPOSER WORKSHOPSWORKSHOP 1 Monday 17 October, 10.00am–12.30pm Auckland Philharmonia Hall, Mt Eden
WORKSHOP 2 Monday 5 December, 10.00am–12.30pm Auckland Philharmonia Hall, Mt Eden
Applications close Friday 12 February.
Adults and tertiary students are invited to submit concepts to write original pieces for orchestra inspired by New Zealand artists. This two-year project is a collaboration between the APO and Auckland Art Gallery. Aspiring composers will choose one New Zealand artist’s work (either through visiting the gallery or by browsing the collection online) which will be their inspiration for a work for symphony orchestra. The Composer-in-Residence will assist them in developing these proposals through feedback and mentoring over these two workshops. Works should be 12–15 minutes and will culminate in a concert performance in the first half of 2017.
apo.co.nz/composer-workshops
MEET THE COMPOSERFriday 20 May, 9.30am–4pm University of Auckland School of Music
These are free 30-minute tutorials where aspiring composers meet APO Composer-in-Residence Karlo Margetić and present one of their original compositions. The Composer-in-Residence provides these aspiring composers with feedback about their works.
apo.co.nz/meet-the-composer
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REMIX FAMILY EVENTSAuckland Arts Festival – Family Day Sunday 13 March, 10.30am–12pm Aotea Square, Auckland Central
Open Orchestra West West Side Beats Saturday 24 September, 2–4pm The Trusts Arena, Waitakere
In 2016 APO will showcase exciting Remix artists through free family events during the Auckland Arts Festival and our Open Orchestra West event. Come along and support these young hip-hop artists as they take centre stage together with the APO.
APO REMIX SCHOLARSHIPAvailable from April – December
A scholarship for a young Aucklander aged 16–25 years, to work with professional musicians and release an original single. Preference given to those not already linked with the professional music industry.
apo.co.nz/remix-the-orchestra
Remix the Orchestra proudly supported by:
REMIX THE ORCHESTRAUrban beat meets orchestral style – Remix the Orchestra enters its ninth year in 2016. More than 200 Remixers have worked with the APO during this time.
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SISTEMA AOTEAROASistema Aotearoa celebrates its fifth birthday in April with a range of exciting events and concerts. Sistema Aotearoa is now established as a vibrant and involved part of Otara; since the programme started almost 2,000 individual children have received high quality group-based orchestral instrument tuition through one or more of its teaching strands. In 2016 Sistema Aotearoa will become an independent charitable trust.
Using orchestral music making as a conduit for social change, children learn from early childhood through to late adolescence, bringing their musicianship to a high level and enhancing all aspects of their development. As the students from the first intake in 2011 move into intermediate schooling, they also move into leadership roles within the programme. In addition to orchestral playing, many of the older students will participate in chamber groups as they master self-led performance and develop new skills in collaboration to decide on the overall sound and musicality of their performance.
Inspired by the El Sistema movement, Sistema Aotearoa is administered by the APO and supported by Creative New Zealand, the Chisholm Whitney Family Charitable Trust and SkyCity Auckland Community Trust.
SISTEMA NZ CONCERT PRESENTATION
Wednesday 13 July Time: TBC, Auckland Town Hall
Children from Sistema-based programmes around New Zealand, join with the students from Sistema Aotearoa to showcase the musical successes achieved by this world renowned music and social development programme.
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Sistema Aotearoa provides leadership for the development of Sistema-based programmes around New Zealand and this year Sistema Aotearoa is hosting an inaugural gathering for Sistema programmes from around the country to celebrate the growth of this inspiring programme, and its impact on students and their whanau.
We hope you will come along to experience Sistema Aotearoa at one of our many events during the year.
You can find more information on our website at apo.co.nz/sistema-aotearoa throughout the year.
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CONNECTING WITH MUSICThursday 8 September, 1–2pm Auckland Town Hall, Auckland Central
Presented by the wonderful music educator conductor Richard Gill, this free concert for lower decile community schools is designed to engage students with orchestral music. This particular concert will see Richard unwrapping Dvořák’s Symphony No.8 through full orchestral demonstrations of short music sections and a live video stream on screen so students can see the instruments up close.
apo.co.nz/connecting-with-music
SUMMER IN THE SQUAREMonday 15 February – Friday 19 February, 12.30–1.15pm Aotea Square, Auckland Central
APO Young Achievers take centre stage as part of Auckland Live’s Summer in the Square. Come and enjoy these talented young musicians as they perform your favourite classics in a stunning urban/outdoor setting. It’s the perfect way to enjoy those lovely summer days.
apo.co.nz/summer-in-the-square
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BLACKCAT EDUCATION IS PROUD TO BE SUPPORTING THE AUCKLAND PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA AND THEIR LIFE-CHANGING INVOLVEMENT IN NEW ZEALAND SCHOOLS, BEST WISHES FOR THE 2016 SEASON.
Professional Appointments for New Zealand Education
Contact Jacqui Matthews-Harris to find out more about the refreshing approach we can bring to your school.
tel 09 443 0060web www.blackcateducation.co.nz
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OPEN ORCHESTRAAPO Open Orchestra afternoons offer the ultimate in both behind-the-scenes and in-front-of-the-stage experiences. Fun for the whole family, there is something for everybody including the music zoo and audience participation before and during the concert. Come along and watch, talk to the musicians, and listen to your orchestral favourites performed by the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.
OPEN ORCHESTRA CENTRAL – APO MEETS HAROLD THE GIRAFFE
Saturday 28 May, 2–4pm Auckland Town Hall, Auckland Central
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OPEN ORCHESTRA SOUTH – SOUTHERN STARS With Sistema Aotearoa
Saturday 11 June, 2–4pm Vodafone Events Centre, Manukau
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OPEN ORCHESTRA WEST – WEST SIDE BEATS
Saturday 24 September, 2–4pm The Trusts Arena, Waitakere
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EXCITEConcerts and events to excite people about orchestral music.
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UNWRAP THE MUSIC WITH RICHARD GILLListen, laugh, learn and enjoy!
Highly regarded music educator/conductor Richard Gill again joins the orchestra to “unwrap” three great orchestral works, and examines what makes them so exciting and engaging. Part concert, part entertaining talk, each Unwrap the Music performance takes your understanding and enjoyment of the piece to a new level.
UNWRAP 1: BEETHOVEN’S FIFTH SYMPHONYWednesday 30 March, 6.30pm Auckland Town Hall, Auckland Central
UNWRAP 2: PROKOFIEV’S ROMEO AND JULIET SUITESTuesday 21 June, 6.30pm Auckland Town Hall, Auckland Central
UNWRAP 3: DVOŘÁK’S EIGHTH SYMPHONY Thursday 8 September, 6.30pm Auckland Town Hall, Auckland Central
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Supported by The Saint Kentigern Trust Board and The Douglas Goodfellow Charitable Trust
ORCHESTRAL SUMMER SCHOOLMonday 18 January – Friday 22 January St Cuthbert’s College
50 young aspiring musicians aged 10–16 connect with professional APO musicians in a week-long intensive programme full of mentoring sessions, orchestral rehearsals and other musical as well as social activities.
FINALE CONCERTFriday 22 January, 2.30–3.30pm Avondale College Performing Arts Centre
Please encourage these emerging musicians by joining them for their Finale Concert.
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APO 4 KIDS ACTION! RHYTHM! ORCHESTRA!
Saturday 2 April, 10am & 11.30am Auckland Town Hall, Auckland Central Supported by Four Winds Foundation and Auckland Live
Sunday 3 April, 10am & 11.30am Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna Supported by Auckland Live
Introduce your under-sixes to the sound of a symphony orchestra through this vibrant and interactive concert experience. A concert full of rhythm and acrobatic adventures! Come along and be surprised!
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LITTLE SINGER EXPERIENCEApplications close Monday 29 February.
If you have a child aged 8-12 years of age who loves to sing, then the stage may well be theirs! Little singers can apply to participate in a singing workshop experience with New Zealand Opera and one lucky participant will be given the opportunity to take the centre stage during an APO 4 Kids concert in April.
Download the application form from our website to apply.
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APO 4 KIDS CHRISTMASSaturday 26 November, 10am & 11.30am Auckland Town Hall, Auckland Central Supported by Four Winds Foundation and Auckland Live
Sunday 27 November, 10am & 11.30am, Bruce Ritchie Performing Arts Centre, Massey High School Supported by The Trusts Community Foundation
As your pre-schoolers get ready for Christmas, treat them to a concert that lets them sing along, dance along and conduct along to their favourite carols and Christmas songs.
apo.co.nz/apo-4-kids-xmas
LITTLE DRUMMER EXPERIENCEApplications close Tuesday 25 October.
Calling all snare-drummers, aged 8–12 years! Here is an opportunity to participate in a workshop with APO’s principal percussionist, Eric Renick. After completion of the workshop one lucky participant will be given the opportunity to perform ‘Jingle Bell Rock’ with Eric and the APO during their APO 4 Kids Christmas concerts in November.
Download the application form from our website to apply.
apo.co.nz/little-drummer
KIWI KAPERSTuesday 6 September, 10am & 11.30am Vodafone Events Centre, Manukau Supported by Vodafone Events Centre
Tuesday 22 November, 10am & 11.30am Aotea Centre, Auckland Central Supported by Four Winds Foundation and Auckland Live
A one-hour narrated concert for primary and intermediate school students featuring the different sections of the orchestra in a fun and engaging way. Schools can book into this concert by filling out the booking form online; and a study guide is provided to teachers prior to the concert.
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AUCKLAND LIVE IS PROUD TO SUPPORT APO CONNECTING — ENCOURAGING AND
NURTURING THE NEXT GENERATION OF MUSIC ENTHUSIASTS.
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ITALIAN BAROQUE6.30pm, Monday 27 June All Saints Church, Howick6.30pm, Tuesday 28 June St Luke’s Church, RemueraProgramme includes:Vivaldi Concerto Grosso
in D minorCorelli Concerto Grosso
in G majorTorelli Sonata in D majorEnjoy a programme that features two cornerstone works for strings by masters of Italian Baroque: Antonio Vivaldi and Arcangelo Corelli. Then hear APO Associate Principal Trumpet Huw Dann join the group for Giuseppe Torelli’s sublime Sonata in D major.
BEETHOVEN’S SEPTET6.30pm, Monday 9 May St George’s Church, Takapuna6.30pm, Tuesday 10 May St Kentigern College Chapel, PakurangaProgramme includes: Beethoven Septet
Join Gordon Hill, Principal Double Bass, and his colleagues from the APO as they present Beethoven’s timeless Septet. Famously described by Beethoven as “that damned work”, this charmingly youthful creation was an immediate hit and went on to become one of his most beloved works.
THE NATURE OF FLUTE6.30pm, Monday 1 August Somervell Church, Remuera6.30pm, Tuesday 2 August St Peter’s Church, TakapunaProgramme includes:Telemann Paris Quartet No.1Helen Fisher Te Tangi A Te
MatuiKathryn Moorhead, APO Associate Principal Flute, and colleagues present a colourful programme of enchanting music that showcases the charm and versatility of her instrument.
Three concerts, in six venues, that take APO musicians and music into neighbourhoods around Auckland.
IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD
Proudly supported by: apo.co.nz/concert-events
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INSPIREA programme to nurture and support young musicians aged 16 to 25 years.
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MASTERCLASSES Visiting APO soloists offer their expertise as they hear young musicians perform. These sessions are also open and free to the public to observe.
Masterclasses in 2016 include:5 Apr – Michael Barenboim (violin)22 Jul – Fiona Campbell (mezzo-soprano)
Check the APO website for further information about dates and repetoire.
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OPEN REHEARSALS Throughout the year
10am-12.30pm, Auckland Town Hall
Tertiary music students can access APO rehearsals to gain insight into the rehearsal process and the professional working environment of orchestra musicians.
7 Apr – Newstalk ZB Series: Degenerate21 Apr – Premier Series: Welcome, Maestro!2 Jun – Premier Series: Latin Rhythms21 Jul – Premier Series: Love and Loss18 Aug – Premier Series: Bach Collage6 Oct – Premier Series: Ashkenazy3 Nov – Premier Series: Soul of the Cello17 Nov – Premier Series: Fantastic!
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BIG PLAY INTuesday 20 September, 6.30-9pm Auckland Town Hall, Auckland Central
Applications close Friday 1 August.
A great workshop and concert opportunity for advanced students from the University of Auckland School of Music and Auckland Youth Orchestra, as they join the APO and learn more about performing major works, such as Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. It is an invaluable experience for these young musicians and an incredibly memorable one for APO musicians and the audience alike.
apo.co.nz/inspire
CHAMBER MUSIC SHOWCASESunday 3 July, 2pm Venue: TBC
Top secondary school chamber groups perform alongside University chamber ensembles, as a fundraiser for APO Friends and for their own performance experience. Feedback provided by an APO musician.
BRASS SHOWCASESunday 21 August, 2pm University of Auckland School of Music
Winners from the local and national brass solo competitions will have the opportunity to perform in a concert at this APO Friends fundraiser. Run in collaboration with the Auckland Band Association.
NURTURING TALENTThe APO Inspire programme is a partnership with the University of Auckland School of Music and supported by the Freemasons Foundation, aimed at nurturing young musicians aged 16–25 years to reach their potential.
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HAYDN STAPLES PIANO PROGRAMMEA year-long programme for aspiring young pianists.
The APO supports Auckland’s aspiring pianists by providing connections to visiting international piano soloists. Attending a masterclass, watching a soloist rehearse during an open rehearsal and hearing them perform live in concert provide inspiration, excitement, encouragement and support to our young pianists.
Generously supported by Haydn Staples and Lynley Stewart
MASTERCLASSES AND OPEN REHEARSALS WITH PIANO SOLOISTSFebruary – Dejan LazićMay – Alexander GavrylyukAugust – Javier PerianesSeptember – Sergio TiempoOctober – Jian LiuNovember – Cédric Tiberghien
Check the APO website for further information about dates and repertoire.
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PIANO SCHOLAREach year the University of Auckland selects a piano performance student as the APO’s piano scholar. This young pianist is provided with the opportunity to perform with the APO in concert, in addition to APO events and functions, enabling them to broaden their experience, and to gain valuable exposure as they develop their career.
RÖNISCH AUCKLAND SECONDARY SCHOOLS PIANO COMPETITIONSaturday 22 – Sunday 23 October, Raye Freedman Arts Centre, Epsom
Applications close Friday 2 September.
Auckland’s premier event for secondary school pianists in conjunction with Sly’s Pianos. Secondary schools nominate young pianists to represent their school in a regional solo piano recital competition. The winner is able to perform at APO events.
Hyerim Lee, (Howick College). 2015 Winner Rönisch Piano Competition
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FURTHER OPPORTUNITIESORCHESTRAL INTERNSHIPS Throughout the year
Applications close Friday 1 April.
Aspiring orchestral musicians aged 16–25 years receive mentoring from APO musicians before playing in concert as part of the orchestra.
YOUNG SOLOIST OF THE YEAR Year-long
Applications close Friday 1 April.
Residency for a stunning soloist aged 16–25. The winning applicant is awarded a solo performance opportunity with APO, and the chance to be profiled at APO events.
APO YOUNG ACHIEVERS – “OUT & ABOUT” Year-long
Young musicians who have successfully auditioned for APO Inspire programmes are able to join the Young Achiever programme for ongoing interaction and experiences with the orchestra.
RISING STARApplications close Friday 1 April.
Residency for a young composer to be mentored by APO Composer-in-Residence as they write three original works.
APO ORCHESTRAL FELLOWSHIPSThe APO Orchestral Fellowships are designed to bridge the gap between tertiary training and the professional orchestral environment. Two to three positions are available each year to postgraduate-level string players wishing to take their orchestral performance standards and experience to the next level.
Fellows rehearse and perform with the orchestra for up to five months and also receive mentoring from APO string section principals. A stipend and a per call payment is provided.
Auditions are held in February of each year; applications for 2017 will open in late September early October 2016.
To register your interest:
Generously supported by the William & Lois Manchester Trust
SECONDARY SCHOOLS COMPOSITION COMPETITIONApplications close Friday 8 July.
Competition for secondary school composers to write an original 90-second work for full orchestra plus instrumental soloist of their choice. The winner will participate in the Our Voice Orchestral Workshop (see page 7).
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MUSIC DIRECTORGiordano Bellincampi
CONCERTMASTERAndrew Beer
ASSOCIATE CONCERTMASTERTee Khoon Tang
ASSISTANT CONCERTMASTERMiranda Adams
FIRST VIOLINSArtur Grabczewski# Mark BennettElzbieta GrabczewskaAinsley MurrayAlexander ShapkinSatomi SuzukiCaroline von BismarckLucy Qi ZhangYuri ChoCharmian Keay
SECOND VIOLINSDianna Cochrane β
Xin (James) Jin + William Hanfling # Rae Crossley-Croft = Sarah HartJocelyn HealyRachel MoodyMilena ParobczyEwa SadagKatherine Walshe
VIOLASRobert Ashworthβ
David Samuel +Christine Bowie # Anne Draffin # Helen BevinPing Tong ChanGregory McGaritySusan Wedde
CELLOSEliah Sakakushev-von
Bismarck β
David Garner +Liliya ArefyevaKatherine HebleyYou LeeJames sang-oh Yoo
BASSESGordon Hill β Annabella Zilber + Evgeny Lanchtchikov #Matthias ErdrichMichael Steer
FLUTESEmma Gerstein β Kathryn Moorhead +
PICCOLOJennifer Seddon-Mori *
OBOESBede Hanley β
Camille Wells +
COR ANGLAISMartin Lee*
CLARINETSGordon Richards β
Bridget Miles (Pr Bass Clarinet) +
James Fry (E Clarinet) +
BASSOONSIngrid Hagan β
Alexandra Eastley β
Yang Rachel Guan Ebbett +
CONTRABASSOONRuth Brinkman *
HORNSNicola Baker β
Emma Eden *Carl Wells # Simon Williams #David Kay
TRUMPETSHuw Dann β Norman McFarlane + Rosemary Turner +
TROMBONESDouglas Cross β Mark Close #
BASS TROMBONETimothy Sutton *
TUBALai Tak Chun*
MEET OUR MUSICIANS
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TIMPANICurt Armbruster β
PERCUSSIONEric Renick β
Jennifer Raven #Shane Currey
HARPRebecca Harris *
COMPOSER-IN-RESIDENCEKarlo Margetić
ß Section Principal= Section Leader Emeritus* Principal+ Associate Principal# Sub-Principal
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MEET OUR CONNECTING TEAM
APO CONNECTINGDirector of APO Connecting Rachael Brand [email protected] Learning Support Claudia Ruff [email protected] Impact Programme Manager TBCInspire Facilitator Chelsea Wong [email protected]
SISTEMA AOTEAROAProgramme Manager Ros Giffney [email protected] Director Jess Hindin [email protected] Support Assistant Bleau Bustenera [email protected]
The APO has been connecting with Aucklanders through a series of free and low-cost concerts, events and activities for all ages for over 15 years. APO Connecting continues to create new and innovative ways in which to engage, excite, impact and inspire its audience members through what is arguably the country’s finest and most comprehensive music education programme.
The APO Connecting Team consists of musical experts with skills and experience both on stage and within the education sector. This comprehensive understanding of all aspects of any concert, event or activity makes for a creative, informative and educationally sound programme which appeals and nurtures some 20,000+ individuals from 0–90 years-of-age in their love of music.
If you would like to receive more information directly from our APO Connecting Team please sign up to receive our quarterly e-newsletter Connected. This newsletter provides our students and concert-goers with information concerning upcoming concerts, events, activities and opportunities to engage with the APO. To sign up please contact: [email protected]
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CONNECT WITH THE APO
CONCERTS
Attending an APO concert is a great way to see get to know the orchestra. APO subscriber packages come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit your lifestyle with flexible payment options to suit your pocket.
Book four or more tickets to our 2016 season and enjoy exclusive discounts and no booking fees. Subscriber packages available include:
2016 APO Connecting Subscriber: An exciting selection of fun-filled, educational, great value concerts the whole family will enjoy.
2016 Student Subscriber: Choose six concerts of your choice during 2016 for only $180. Student ID is required.
2016 Passport: Access to ALL APO concerts for young people for the entire year – your passport to learning and enjoyment for $210. Especially suited for schools. Limited number available each year and student ID is required.
$20-FOR-20s & $30-FOR-30s
If you are in your 20s or 30s, pay no more than your decade for any APO concert. Subject to availability, tickets can be purchased from the Monday before each concert online or from the APO ticketing office. Sign up to receive email notification of availability at apo.co.nz/20s-30s.
STUDENT RUSH
Discounted student tickets can be purchased for $15, subject to availability, from the box office on the day of the concert.
GROUPS
Receive a 19% discount for your group of 8 or more – and receive a 9th ticket free. Group bookings are only available through the APO Ticketing Office.
BOOKING INFORMATION
For subscription options and prices visit apo.co.nz/become-a-subscriber or contact APO Ticketing on (09) 623 1052 or email [email protected]
Non-subscribers can buy tickets to any concert from the Aotea Centre box office, by visiting www.ticketmaster.co.nz or calling 0800 111 999. Service and booking fees apply.
LISTEN AT HOME
Most APO concerts are broadcast live on Radio New Zealand Concert (92.6MHz). Presented in partnership with Radio New Zealand Concert.
LIVE STREAMING
The APO will be live streaming selected concerts in 2016 that you can watch online. Keep an eye on the APO Facebook page for dates and times.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
In addition to buying tickets there are a number of ways you can help us continue to make the finest music available to the greatest number of people, now and in the future. Ticket sales cover only a portion of the APO’s work, so we also rely on support from individuals, trusts and companies to help us deliver our exciting concert series and our innovative APO Connecting (education, outreach and community) events.
You can help us share our passion for music by joining one of our supporter groups, volunteering or making a donation directly to support APO Connecting.
The APO acknowledges the valuable contribution made by:
DONATE
Subscription Appeal – when you make your subscription booking for 2016 please add a donation in the space provided.
Our Annual Appeal launches in March each year. You can help by making a donation.
Now or any time – make a donation through the APO website – apo.co.nz/donate.
All donations over $5 are tax deductible
For further information on becoming a donor, please visit apo.co.nz/support-the-apo or contact our Development Department on (09) 638 6266.
GET INVOLVED
Join us. If you are interested in joining APO Friends or Crescendo, our two supporters groups, please contact the Development Department (09) 638 6266, or go online to apo.co.nz/support-the-apo.
PATRONSDame Kiri Te Kanawa, ONZ, DBEDame Catherine Tizard, ONZ,
GCMG, GCVO, DBE, QSOSir James Wallace, ONZM, KNZMDame Rosanne Meo, DNZM, OBE
VICE PATRONDame Jenny Gibbs, DNZM
AUCKLAND PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA BOARDGeraint A. Martin (Chair)Penelope Peebles (Deputy Chair)Leigh AutonRichard EbbettNeil HainesKieran RafteryEric RenickJulian Smith
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APO CONNECTING SUPPORTERS
The APO specifically thanks the following funders for their support of Sistema Aotearoa
CONCEPT AND DESIGN PAPER SPONSORSHIP PHOTOGRAPHY
APO CORE SUPPORTERS
William & Lois Manchester Trust
Adrian Malloch
Romeo Family Trust John and Eleanor Gibb Ruth Foreman John and Pip McKay
THANK YOU
Haydn Staples & Lynley Stewart
The Saint Kentigern Trust Board and The Douglas Goodfellow Charitable Trust
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DATE CONCERT/EVENT TIME LOCATIONFri 22 Jan Orchestral Summer School Finale Concert 2.30pm Avondale College
Fri 29 Jan Applications close for Orchestral Fellowships 5pm
Fri 12 FebApplications Close for Composer Workshops: Inspired by New Zealand Artists
Mon 29 Feb Applications Close for Little Singers Experience
Mon 15 FebSummer in the Square – APO Young Achievers Performance
12.30–1.15pm Aotea Square
Tue 16 FebSummer in the Square – APO Young Achievers Performance
12.30–1.15pm Aotea Square
Wed 17 FebSummer in the Square – APO Young Achievers Performance
12.30–1.15pm Aotea Square
Thu 18 FebSummer in the Square – APO Young Achievers Performance
12.30–1.15pm Aotea Square
Fri 19 FebSummer in the Square – APO Young Achievers Performance
12.30–1.15pm Aotea Square
Fri 19 Feb Auditions for Orchestral Fellowships Auckland Philharmonia Hall
Thur 25 FebHaydn Staples Piano Programme: Open Rehearsal: Premier Series: Power and Poetry
10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Fri 11 MarAPO/Atamira Dance Company: Ruaumoko: Schools Performance
1pm The Civic Theatre
Sat 12 MarAPO/Atamira Dance Company: Ruaumoko: Public Performance
5pm The Civic Theatre
Sun 13 Mar APO REMIX the Orchestra: Family Day 10.30am–12pm Aotea Square
Wed 30 Mar Unwrap the Music: Beethoven's Fifth Symphony 6.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Fri 1 Apr Applications Close for APO Orchestral Internships
Fri 1 Apr Applications Close for APO Young Soloist of the Year
Fri 1 AprApplications Close for Rising Star Young Composer-in-Residence
Sat 2 Apr APO 4 Kids: Action! Rhythm! Orchestra! 10am & 11.30am Auckland Town Hall
Sun 3 Apr APO 4 Kids: Action! Rhythm! Orchestra! 10am &11.30am Bruce Mason Centre
Tue 5 Apr Masterclass: Michael Barenboim (violin) TBCUniversity of Auckland – School of Music Theatre
Thu 7 Apr Open Rehearsal: Newstalk ZB Series: Degenerate 10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Thu 21 Apr Open Rehearsal: Premier Series: Welcome, Maestro! 10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Thu 19 Apr Discovery Concert: Discover the Greats 11.30am–1pm Auckland Town Hall
Mon 9 May In Your Neighbourhood: Beethoven's Septet 6.30pm St George's Church, Takapuna
Tue 10 May In Your Neighbourhood: Beethoven's Septet 6.30pmSt Kentigern College Chapel, Pakuranga
Fri 20 May Meet the Composer: Karlo Margetić 9.30am–4pm University of Auckland – School of Music
Thu 26 MayHaydn Staples Piano Programme: Open Rehearsal: Bayleys Great Classics: The Greatest Love
10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Sat 28 May Open Orchestra Central: APO Meets Harold the Giraffe 2pm–4pm Auckland Town Hall
Thu 2 Jun Open Rehearsal: Premier Series: Latin Rhythms 10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Sat 11 Jun Open Orchestra South: Southern Stars with Sistema Aotearoa 2–4pm Vodafone Events Centre
APO CONNECTING CALENDAR Key Dates and Concerts 2016
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DATE CONCERT/EVENT TIME LOCATIONTue 21 Jun Unwrap the Music: Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet Suites 6.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Mon 27 Jun In Your Neighbourhood: Italian Baroque 6.30pm All Saints Church, Howick
Tue 28 Jun In Your Neighbourhood: Italian Baroque 6.30pm St Luke's Church, Remuera
Sun 3 Jul Chamber Music Showcase 2pm TBC
Fri 8 JulApplications Close for Secondary Schools Composition Competition
Wed 13 Jul Sistema Aotearoa TBC Auckland Town Hall
Thu 21 Jul Open Rehearsal: Premier Series: Love and Loss 10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Fri 22 Jul Masterclass: Fiona Campbell (mezzo-soprano) TBCUniversity of Auckland – School of Music Theatre
Mon 1 Aug Applications Close for Big Play In
Mon 1 Aug In Your Neighbourhood: The Nature of Flute 6.30pm Somervell Church, Remuera
Tue 2 Aug In Your Neighbourhood: The Nature of Flute 6.30pm St Peter's Church, Takapuna
Thu 11 AugHaydn Staples Piano Programme: Open Rehearsal: Newstalk ZB Series: Denounced
10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Thu 18 Aug Open Rehearsal: Premier Series: Bach Collage 10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Sun 21 Aug Brass Showcase 2pmUniversity of Auckland – School of Music
Tue 6 Sep Kiwi Kapers 10am & 11.30am Vodfone Events Centre
Thu 8 Sep Connecting With Music: Dvořák's Eighth Symphony 1–2pm Auckland Town Hall
Thu 8 Sep Unwrap the Music: Dvořák's Eighth Symphony 6.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Tue 20 Sep Big Play In 6.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Sat 24 Sep Open Orchestra West: West Side Beats 2–4pm Trusts Arena Waitakere
Thu 29 SepHaydn Staples Piano Programme: Open Rehearsal: Premiere Series: Symphonic Dances
10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Fri 30 Sep Our Voice: Ensemble Session 1–3.30pmUniversity of Auckland – School of Music Theatre
Thu 6 Oct Open Rehearsal: Premiere Series: Ashkenazy 10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Fri 7 Oct Our Voice: Orchestral Session 1–3.30pm Auckland Philharmonia Hall
Thu 12 OctHaydn Staples Piano Programme: Open Rehearsal: Bayleys Great Classics: Classical Favourites
10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Mon 17 OctComposer Workshop 1: Inspired by New Zealand Artists
10am–12.30pm Auckland Philharmonia Hall
Sat 22 OctRönisch Auckland Secondary Schools Piano Competition: Round 1
9am–5pmRaye Freedman Events Centre, Epsom
Sun 23 OctRönisch Auckland Secondary Schools Piano Competition: Final
7pmRaye Freedman Events Centre, Epsom
Tue 25 Oct Applications Close for Little Drummer Experience
Tue 1 Nov Applications Close for APOPS
Thu 3 Nov Open Rehearsal: Premier Series: Soul of the Cello 10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Thu 17 Nov Open Rehearsal: Premier Series: Fantastic! 10am–12.30pm Auckland Town Hall
Tue 22 Nov Kiwi Kapers 10am & 11.30am Aotea Centre
Sat 26 Nov APO 4 Kids Christmas 10am & 11.30am Auckland Town Hall
Sun 27 Nov APO 4 Kids Christmas 10am & 11.30amBruce Ritchie Performing Arts Centre, Massey High School
Mon 5 DecComposer Workshop 2: Inspired by New Zealand Artists
10am–12.30pm Auckland Philharmonia Hall
All information supplied in this brochure is correct at the time of going to print – January 2016.
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