Chamber Gallery Rangiora

09/10/2026

Last weekend to catch "Down to Earth" by Celia Wilson
Exhibition ends 12 noon Thursday 15 October
Celia Wilson Chamber Gallery Rangiora

02/10/2026

Tune in and check it out
First Wednesday of the Month
Clay and Cotton - Pottery and Art Classes
Chamber Gallery Rangiora
Oxford Gallery Art on the Quay Rangiora Art Society

01/10/2026

Catch our October Newsletter here:
https://mailchi.mp/10ce40b00629/qod5mj3rw6-12779782

30/09/2026

In partnership with Oxford Gallery Artist/in-Residence and supported by Creative Communities; Chamber Gallery Rangiora is hosting a very special talk, Kōrero Ceramics by Moyra Elliott. Promising lively anecdotes curating an International Biennale: 45 artists, 27 countries. 2pm Sunday 25 October - Book at Humanitix Entry Free/Koha

29/09/2026

Front page worthy !
Congratulations Skye Marryatt .celebrating past exhibitors
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Metropol Magazine

21/09/2026

Special feature at The BIG Art Auction Fundraiser on Friday 2 October - Dancing Couple, an original circa-1995 ceramic sculpture by acclaimed late Canterbury sculptor Llew Summers

Book at Humanitix
Supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Canterbury Rangiora Art Society

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: A rare opportunity to own an original Llew Summers!

We are incredibly excited to reveal one of the special works going under the hammer at The BIG Art Auction Fundraiser on Friday 2 October - Dancing Couple, an original circa-1995 ceramic sculpture by acclaimed late Canterbury sculptor Llew Summers. 🔨

Generously donated by Llew’s son, sculptor Dan Summers, this ceramic slip-cast work is from an edition of approximately 12 and has an estimated value of over $1,500.

Every dollar from the winning bid will support Big Brothers Big Sisters and help provide professionally supported, one-to-one mentoring for local children.

A special piece. An unexpected gift. And an incredible opportunity to take home an original Llew Summers while supporting local youth mentoring! 💜

🎫 Secure your ticket now to see this incredible, limited edition piece in person:
events.humanitix.com/the-big-art-auction-2026

20/09/2026

Give -a-little for Flight

Stolen sculpture to be replicated in honour of renowned artist

16/09/2026

Review of Chamber Music New Zealand in partnership presents: Dolfin-Lin Duo by Erin Cormack, Images by Margaret Martin

The Dolfin-Lin Duo, a collaboration between Hungarian cellist Balázs Dolfin and Chinese-New Zealand pianist Tony Chen Lin gave us an evening of contrasts and consummate musicianship. This was a meeting of musical heart and mind, delivered with warmth and generosity.
The interesting and imaginative programme centred around a theme of “Departures” and reflected the musician’s personal stories and roots with works from Hungary, China, New Zealand and Europe.
We started with Kodály’s Magyar Rondo delivered with the melodic charm and rhythmic vitality promised by the program.
Anton Webern’s two minute microcosm of expressionism (I’m not sure I found the Viennese waltz!) led into JS Bach’s Sonata for Viola da Gamba and Harpsichord with it’s three voices feeling like a third instrument was present on stage.
Gao Ping’s Sonata No. 2 “Departure” transported us to a Chinese influenced sound world with the cello evoking traditional Chinese instruments and gossamer shimmering piano soundscapes. The final chords evaporated into the ether and gently returned us to the room.
After interval, the raw energy of Bartók’s Rhapsody No 1 was followed by New Zealand composer Nathanael Dejong’s Abandoned Voices written during Covid. The music and the way the players physically presented the piece echoed a child trying to get the attention of a pre-occupied adult.
We finished on familiar territory with Brahm’s Sonata No. 1 in E minor, Op 38 – a performance that embodied Brahm’s soul.
Throughout the playing was impassioned with each musician bringing the most out of each other, their instruments (was that a new piano?) and the music. A depth of understanding and shared musical vision for the style, soundscape and emotional range of each piece combined with a sense of freedom and spontaneity, vibrantly brought the composer’s intentions to life.
The 2026 Chamber Gallery Rangiora concert series ended on a high. Look out for more world-class chamber music on your doorstep with our 2027 programme!
Erin Cormack September 2026

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