Former Orpheus Scholar returns for Messiah
Have you previously sung with Orpheus? Yes! I was a Choral Scholar with Orpheus way back in 2012 and performed in the Missa Solemnis and Candide that year. I’m looking…
Two very special additions to our lineup
Orpheus is delighted to announce that two notable Wellingtonians have agreed to become Vice Patrons. Dr Margaret Medlyn ONZM needs no introduction to Wellington audiences. Known as a charismatic singer/actress, Margaret…
A very sad day for music in NZ!
With three self-presented concerts and a number of other engagements it’s going to be a busy year for the choir.
Orpheus Choir Wellington launches its exciting 2020 programme
With three self-presented concerts and a number of other engagements it’s going to be a busy year for the choir.
Abbott leads a reflective and dramatic ‘Messiah’
For the last few years the annual ‘Messiah’ has been a NZSO initiative and conducting duties have been shared by a number of Australians and the baroque specialist Nicholas McGegan. This year it was back, for the third time, to Graham Abbott, a conductor who was conducting his 75th performance of the work.