New Zealand Symphony Orchestra

04/09/2026

Welcome to the 2027 season.

Across the landscapes of Aotearoa New Zealand, into another time, another culture, or another way of seeing the world. From iconic masterworks that have inspired audiences for generations, to bold contemporary voices shaping the future of orchestral music, the 2027 season celebrates music in all its forms.

Booking is now open for Artist Circle donors ($1,000+). All NZSO Donors and Members can book from 16 September.
nzso.co.nz/season-2027

02/09/2026

NZSO Principal Clarinet Patrick Barry talks to RNZ Concert about Copland’s Clarinet Concerto, which he performs in Rhythm & Dance.

Hear Patrick’s full interview ahead of his performances this week in Wellington and Auckland:

NZSO Principal Clarinet Patrick Barry is coming down to the front of the stage to perform Copland's Clarinet Concerto.

30/08/2026

A huge congratulations to NZSO Conducting Fellow Anne Filimoehala!

Tongan New Zealander Anne Filimoehala was the winner of the Creative New Zealand Award at this year's Pacific Music Awards - NZ . She spoke with RNZ Concert about her commitment to Sistema Aotearoa, which provides free, high-quality music education to tamariki in South Auckland.

🔗Link to interview in the comments section

27/08/2026

Composer Gabriela Ortiz takes us into Antrópolis, a vibrant, rhythmically driven work inspired by Mexico City’s nightlife culture in the 1980s.

The piece takes us on a musical journey through four legendary Mexican nightclubs, each with its own distinct sonic character.

Experience this exhilarating work live with the NZSO in Rhythm & Dance next week in Wellington and Auckland.

Composer Gabriela Ortiz introduces "Antrópolis"—a vibrant, rhythmic...

21/08/2026

NZSO Member Ticketing Blackout | 23 - 26 August

NZSO Member ticket bookings will be unavailable from 5pm on 23 August through to 26 August while we prepare for our 2027 Season Launch and migrate to a new website and booking system. Bookings reopen 27 August.

Find out more here: nzso.co.nz/the-nzso/events-tickets/tickets/ticketing-blackout

21/08/2026

Moments from Radiance with Pietari Inkinen and Simon O’Neill ✨🎻

Supported by The Wagner Society of New Zealand.

20/08/2026

We’re getting ready to unveil our 2027 Season! From iconic masterworks that have inspired audiences for generations to bold contemporary voices shaping the future of orchestral music, the 2027 Season celebrates 80 years of extraordinary music-making.

Key booking dates:
4 – 11 September | Donor pre-sale (Artist Circle donors $1,000+)
16 September | Bookings open for all NZSO Donors and Members

Want to join the pre-sale? Contact [email protected] to find out more.

19/08/2026

“A stupendous evening of glorious sound!” ✨

“An inspired piece of ‘showcase programming’.” — Middle C

“…O’Neill’s interpretive intelligence and Inkinen’s assured leadership of an exceptional NZSO make a satisfying meal of these selections.” — Regional News

Hear Radiance for yourself tomorrow at Auckland Town Hall.

18/08/2026