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Brent Stewart, one of New Zealand’s most versatile conductors, returns to direct a diverse programme which starts with two works reflecting the forces of nature.
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Amalia Hall plays Piazzolla
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Introducing Nathaniel Otley - Composer 'this rising tide: these former wetlands'
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Newsletter August 2025 - Message From Philippa Harris, General Manager
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Introducing Anna Leese, soloist 'Anna Leese, Gloria and Organ Symphony'
News - 01 Aug 2025
Amalia Hall plays Piazzolla
We asked violinist Amalia Hall—our brilliant soloist for 'Amalia plays Piazzolla'—to share her thoughts on performing this passionate and rhythmically rich music. Here's what she told us.
Read articleNews - 30 Jul 2025
Introducing Nathaniel Otley - Composer 'this rising tide: these former wetlands'
It’s truly an unbelievable privilege to have a work performed by the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra at the "Amalia plays Piazzolla" concerts on 16 and 17 August at the King's and Queen's Performing Arts Centre
Read articleNews - 29 Jul 2025
Newsletter August 2025 - Message From Philippa Harris, General Manager
Our General Manager Philippa Harris shares what's in store for August and September – from exciting concerts to behind-the-scenes insights.
Read articleNews - 29 Jul 2025
Introducing Anna Leese, soloist 'Anna Leese, Gloria and Organ Symphony'
Welcome back to Anna Leese, soprano soloist for 'Anna Leese, Gloria and Organ Symphony'
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News - 01 Aug 2025
Amalia Hall plays Piazzolla
We asked violinist Amalia Hall—our brilliant soloist for 'Amalia plays Piazzolla'—to share her thoughts on performing this passionate and rhythmically rich music. Here's what she told us.
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2024 Dunedin Symphony Orchestra
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PO Box 5571
Dunedin 9054
New Zealand
Hanover Hall
65 Hanover Street
Dunedin 9016
New Zealand
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2024 Dunedin Symphony Orchestra
(Registered as Dunedin Civic Orchestra Incorporated. Registered charity CC34031.)