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Hayley Jiang & Natalija Sekicki Violin Recital

Tuesday 21 July 2026

Violinists Hayley Jiang and Natalija Sekicki are both earning national recognition as musicians under the tutelage of Stephen Larsen. They will sweep you away with their impressive performance.

Keina Rollinson Cello and Marimba Recital

Tuesday 25 August 2026

Keina Rollinson (aged 18) is a multi-instrumentalist who has been studying percussion, cello and trombone since the age of 9. Currently she is a first year Bachelor of Music student at the University of Canterbury and teaches percussion and cello students. She performs regularly in CSO and Woolston Brass, as well as being part of the National Brass Band of NZ. Achievements that she is most proud of include at the NZCT Chamber Music Contest National finals, her groups claiming 1st prize in 2022 and 3rd prize in 2025, as well becoming the Open Solo Champion of Champions at the National Brass Band Championships in 2025. 

Mrs Bumbleberry's Lolly Shop

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Tristan Dunlop Violin and Piano Recital

Tuesday 10 November 2026

Tristan Dunlop is one of the musical polymaths in this year's series. He is an accomplished violinist, studying with Stephen Larsen and playing with the CSO, an award-winning jazz musician, and a composer.

Three take up residence June 2023

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Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre is providing three artists with time to develop creatively this winter.

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Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2026

Specific Mondays

Discover a collection of musical gems - bite-size lunchtime concerts in the magnificent Great Hall, featuring renowned musicians from classical, jazz, and popular traditions.

Standout films to screen at Leighs Construction Outdoor Cinema

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A dozen top films united by a sense of place are set to screen at the sizzling Leighs Construction Outdoor Cinema at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora this summer.

He Wāhanga nō te Kōrero

Tuesday 28 April - Saturday 25 July 2026

Nau mai, haere mai.

Christine Jeon and Matthew Seinafo Cello and Piano

Tuesday 24 November 2026

The series concludes on a high note, featuring two rising stars whose careers are rapidly gaining momentum. Cellist Christine Jeon and pianist Matthew Seinafo were both awarded the 2026 Pettman Royal Overseas League Scholarships, supporting an extensive European tour for performances and professional development. It’s remarkable to think Christine first appeared in the Rising Stars Recital Series as recently as 2020.