Experience the thrill of 75 talented young musicians (ages 14-26) performing together with energy, precision and passion!

 

The programme opens with two gloriously romantic and melodic works:

Smetana’s much-loved tone poem “Vltava” depicts the flow of the Czech river from its source in the Bohemian Forest through to its triumphant entry into Prague and flowing on out into the Elbe River; and Dvorak’s 2nd Slavonic Dance reflects Czech folk music traditions, with its pathos and joy.

Next up is a rare performance of NZ composer Jenny McLeod’s extraordinary  “Rock Concerto” featuring an exciting range of percussion instruments and Charles Sang on the piano.  Charles has won many awards and competitions and currently studies piano under Rae de Lisle.

To close the programme, enjoy Richard Strauss’ tone poem “Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks”, which depicts the misadventures of a legendary prankster - a fun, cheeky and thoroughly delightful work!