'the players immediately showed that wonderful ability to create a beautifully blended sound when needed, but also a distinctive timbre…' - The Tribune

New Zealand’s finest woodwind players combine to form the creamy and colourful sounds of Zephyr. The ensemble last toured for CMNZ with Diedre Irons in 2009, garnering praise from critics and audiences alike.

Made up of principal players in the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Zephyr has been described as rivalling world-famous chamber ensembles. The members are all experienced chamber musicians in addition to their orchestral work, performing with groups such as Flight and contemporary ensemble Stroma.

The programme is filled with humour, melancholy, energy, melody and beautiful lyricism. Gallic wit and elegance characterise Françaix’s Quintet for Woodwinds while New Zealand works by Ken Wilson, Ross Harris also feature.

Bridget Douglas - flute
Ed Allen - horn
Robert Weekes - bassoon
Robert Orr - oboe
Philip Green - clarinet

Programme
• Françaix Quintet for Woodwinds
• Ross Harris New work for solo horn
• Ken Wilson Wind Quintet
• Hindemith Kleine Kammermusik Opus 24
• John Harbison Wind Quintet
• Ibert Three Short Pieces for Quintet

Ticketing Information
Child price available (school age, up to 18 years)
Student rush available to tertiary students from 90 minutes prior on the day of the performance. Student ID required.

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