Monthly Archives: June 2014

2014 Concert Series: Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony

Napier Civic Choir presents Hawke’s Bay Orchestra conducted by Jose Aparicio, in a programme of fascinating works by Beethoven. This Pastoral concert features Beethoven’s overture from Creatures of Prometheus, Op 43, his Violin Concerto in D Major, Opus 64 and Symphony No 6 Pastoral.

Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony and Violin Concerto are without doubt two of the most iconic pieces of the orchestra repertoire. Promising violinist Jonathan Tanner returns to New Zealand from his first year studying in Switzerland to join us on the wonderful programme dedicated to Beethoven.

When: Saturday 28th June, 8pm

Where: St Paul’s Church, Tennyson St, Napier

Tickets: Adult $39, Student $15

http://www.eventfinder.co.nz/2014/pastoral-concert-beethoven/napier/hawkes-bay-gisborne

2014 Concert Series: Mozart’s Requiem

The last year of Mozart’s life has always been shadowed with mystery and legend. Napier Civic Choir presents a selection of music written in 1791, Mozart’s final year. The depth of music of the famous Requiem, coupled with the Magic Flute’s charm, makes this concert a delight for all audiences.

Arias from The Magic Flute, followed by Mozart’s compelling Requiem Mass.

Conductor: Jose Aparicio

Soloists Soprano Georgia Jamieson Emms; Mezzo-soprano Christie Cook, Tenor Tehezib Lathiff, Bass Howard McGuire.

Napier Civic Choir & Hawke’s Bay Orchestra.

When: Friday 27 June, 8pm
and Sunday 29 June, 2.30pm

Where: St Paul’s Church, Tennyson St, Napier

Tickets: Adult $39, Student $15

http://www.eventfinder.co.nz/2014/mozarts-requiem-napier-civic-choir/napier