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Welcome to season 2025 of Collectivo!I’m thrilled to present my 2025 season series,which I’ve carefully crafted to reflect my ownartistic vision. After living and working in Europe for more than12 years, one thing became clear to me: world-class artistry is essential in everything I do. It’s this commitment to excellence that drivesCollectivo.But even more important to me is theconnection between the music and theaudience. I want every performance to be athrilling and inspiring experience for audiences.Experiencing outstanding human achievementup close has always been deeply inspiring to me,and with Collectivo, I’m excited to share thissense of awe and passion with you.Chamber music was meant to be an intimateexperience rather than performing in the largeconcert venues we are so used to today.Collectivo takes us back to the essence of chamber music, where performances are sharedin close quarters. Here, you’ll experience the magic of the music as it was originally intended—up close, personal, and deeply connected.I’m also excited to celebrate the incredibleworld-class musicians who call Australia and NewZealand home. With strong connections frommy past performances with the NZSO, ChamberMusic NZ, and incredible friends like Amalia Hall,this is a project that feels deeply personal to me.New Zealand has an amazing standard of music,but it often flies under the radar in Australia.With Collectivo, we’re bridging that gap, creatinga cross-Tasman exchange and celebrating thebrilliant talent we have in our own SouthernHemisphere.Finally, it’s a real joy to perform in the stunningThomas Dixon Centre, a building that beautifullymarries history with modern architecture.Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey. Ihope our 2025 season captivates you and sparksthe same inspiration that has driven me tocreate Collectivo!Tania Frazer OAM Director and Oboe Soloist

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THE CONCERTSCONCERT 1 “THE TREE OF LIFE”SATURDAY 15 MARCH 1:30PMFEATURING: ANDREW HAVERON VIOLINEDEN SHIFRONI SOPRANO VATCHE JAMBAZIAN PIANO RACHEL SIU CELLOTANIA FRAZER OBOECONCERT 2 "TROUBADOURS"SATURDAY 26 JULY 1:30PMFEATURING: SLAVA GRIGORYAN GUITAREMILY SUN VIOLINSHARON GRIGORYAN CELLOTANIA FRAZER OBOECONCERT 3 "TIMELESS VOICES"SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 1:30PMFEATURING: NZ TRIO (AMALIA HALL VIOLIN, TBA CELLO, SOMI KIM PIANO)TANIA FRAZER OBOECONCERT 4 "THE GARDEN OF DREAMS"SATURDAY 1 NOVEMBER 1:30PMFEATURING: PAAVALI JUMPPANEN PIANOSATU VÄNSKÄ VIOLIN PETER CLARK VIOLINHYUNG SUK BAE CELLOTANIA FRAZER OBOE

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TANIA FRAZER - OBOEANDREW HAVERON - VIOLINEDEN SHIFRONI - SOPRANOVATCHE JAMBAZIAN - PIANO RACHEL SIU - CELLOThe Tree of Life, an ancient symbol embraced by many cultures, represents the interconnectedcycle of life. Tracing this life cycle from deep roots to blossoming branches, this evocative program performedby Sydney Symphony Concertmaster Andrew Haveron, Soprano Eden Shifroni (first prize winner ofthe 2024 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition) , Sydney pianist Vatche Jambazian, cellosoloist favourite Rachel Siu, and oboist Tania Frazer, features works by Handel, Mozart, Debussy,and Franck to celebrate the beauty and resilience of life through music. ARVO PÄRT - FRATRESHÄNDEL - LASCIA, CH’IO PIANGAMOZART - ACH, ICH FÜHL'S; GIUNSE ALFIN IL MOMENTO…DEH VIENI, NON TARDARSCHUMANN - ROMANCE NO 1FRAZER - THE TREE OF LIFEDEBUSSY - NUIT D'ÉTOILES; L'ÂME ÉVAPORÉE; FANTOCHESINTERVALFRANCK - VIOLIN SONATADONIZETTI - O LUCE DI QUEST'ANIMAGIORA FEIDMAN - THE KLEZMER'S FREILACHCONCERT 1 "The Tree of Life"SATURDAY 15 MARCH 1.30PM Duration: 120 minutes including interval

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Andrew Haveron joined the Sydney Symphony Orchestra asConcertmaster in 2013, arriving in Sydney with a reputation as one of themost sought-after violinists of his generation. As a soloist, he has played concertos with conductors such as ColinDavis, Roger Norrington, Jiří Bělohlávek and Stanisław Skrowaczewskiwith many of the world’s finest orchestras.As first violinist of the acclaimed Brodsky Quartet (1999-2007), his workincluded collaborations with artists ranging from Anne-Sofie von Otterand Alexander Baillie to iconic crossover work with Elvis Costello, Björk,Paul McCartney and Sting. Andrew plays a 1757 Guadagnini violinAndrew HaveronViolin Sydney-born pianist Vatche Jambazian completed his Master of Music atThe Juilliard School following studies at the Sydney Conservatorium.Following his international debut in Armenia, Vatche has since performedextensively throughout Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.Concert engagements have seen him perform at prestigious venuessuch as Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, City Recital Hall, HobartTown Hall, The Foundling Museum, Zipper Hall, and Lincoln Centrewhere he gave the New York premiere of Kaija Saariaho’s Light andMatter Piano Trio through the Rolex Arts Initiative.Vatche is Principal Pianist for Omega Ensemble and currently holds theposition of Academic lecturer at the Australian Institute of Music.Vatche JambazianPianoAustralian-Hungarian soprano Eden Shifroni is quickly establishing herselfas one of Australia’s leading young singers, winning the 2024 IFAC HandaAustralian Singing Competition and receiving its most prestigious award,the Marianne Mathy Scholarship.Operatic highlights include Pamina in The Magic Flute at the ViennaSummer Music Festival, Musetta in La bohème and Suor Genovieffa inSuor Angelica at the Mediterranean Opera Festival in Sicily and Poppeafor the Sydney Conservatorium.Eden is the recipient of the Dame Nellie Melba Scholarship & in 2024she received the JSRB Foundation Award at the Joan Sutherland andRichard Bonynge Bel Canto Award Finals.Eden ShifroniSoprano Described as "fearless" by Yo-Yo Ma Australian born Rachel Siu has beenmaking her mark all around the world. Rachel completed her Master of Music degree under the tutelage ofJoel Krosnick at The Juilliard School, where she was a Kovner Fellow.Rachel is an avid chamber musician and has performed with manymusicians, including Paul Neubauer, Glenn Dicterow, and Karen Dreyfus,and has coached with artists such as Emanuel Ax, Pamela Frank, Hsin-YunHuang, Yo-Yo Ma, and Laurie Smukler. She is currently a member ofAustraia's own renowned Streeton Trio.Rachel SiuCello “THE TREE OF LIFE” GUEST ARTISTS

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TANIA FRAZER - OBOE SLAVA GRIGORYAN - GUITAREMILY SUN - VIOLINSHARON GRIGORYAN – CELLOStep into the world of The Troubadours, a program inspired by the spirit of wandering musicianswho carried stories, emotions, and cultures across borders.Featuring the incomparable guitar master Slava Grigoryan, violin virtuoso Emily Sun, former ASQcellist Sharon Grigoryan, and oboist Tania Frazer, this vibrant program explores the diverse pathsof traveling minstrels and troubadours. With works from around the globe, each piece capturesthe essence of the wanderer’s journey, evoking a rich tapestry of musical storytelling.WORKS BY HANDEL, LOCATELLI, PAGANINI, RAVEL, PIAZZOLLA, GRANADOS, MONTERDE/MENDEZ, RODRIGO, JOHN JORGENSON AND SARASATE'S DAZZLINGZIGEUNERWEISEN OP. 20.CONCERT 2 "The Troubadours"SATURDAY 26 JULY 1.30PM Duration: 120 minutes including interval

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Regarded as a ‘wizard’ of the guitar, Slava has forged a prolific reputationas a classical guitar virtuoso.Grigoryan was born in Kazakhstan and immigrated with his family toAustralia in 1981. He began studying the guitar with his violinist fatherEdward at the age of 6. By the time he was 17 he was signed to the SonyClassical Label. His relationship with Sony Classical, ABC Classics inAustralia, ECM in Germany and his own label Which Way Music has led tothe release of over 30 solo and collaborative albums spanning a vastrange of musical genres. At the age of 18, his first tour was with guitar legends Paco Pena and LeoKottke. Since then he has travelled the world as a soloist in recitals andwith orchestras in Europe, Asia and North America. Appearances withorchestras have included the London Philharmonic, the Royal ScottishNational Orchestra, the Halle, the Dresden Radio Orchestra, the IsraelSymphony and the Hong Kong Sinfonietta."Possessed of a superb talent” (The Australian), with “a searing andpoetic tone” (The Guardian), violinist Emily Sun is in demandinternationally for her compelling and captivating interpretations.Recent performances have included the Melbourne SymphonyOrchestra & the Sydney Symphony Orchestra as a soloist. Emily hasappeared globally with orchestras including the European UnionChamber Orchestra, Arlington and Arizona Symphonies Emily & wasinvited to perform at Buckingham Palace alongside Maxim Vengerov inBach’s Double Violin Concerto at the Royal Gala in the presence of KingCharles III. Emily studied with Dr Robin Wilson, Itzhak Rashkovsky, Augustin Dumay& received further mentoring from Pinchas Zukerman, Maxim Vengerovand Ivry Gitlis.Emily is currently Violin Professor at the Royal College of Music, London,and she performs on a 1753 G.B. Guadagnini ‘The Adelaide’.Based in Adelaide, Sharon Grigoryan was the cellist with the AustralianString Quartet from 2013-2020. As part of that group she hascollaborated with artists such as the Goldner and Tinalley Quartets,Pieter Wispelwei, Sara Macliver, Slava Grigoryan, Pepe Romero,Wolfgang Muthspiel, Katie Noonan, Lou Bennett, William Barton,Konstantin Shamray, Caroline Almonte, and the Melbourne, Sydney,Tasmanian and West Australian Symphony Orchestras. Still an avid chamber musician, Sharon has enjoyed performing withartists such as Vilde Frang, Lawrence Power, Torlief Thedéen, Tipi Valve,Satu Vänskä, Richard Tognetti, Elizabeth Layton, Andrea Lam, ThaliaPetrosian, Joseph Tawadros, Kristian Chong, and many others. Sharon formed the cello/guitar duo with husband Slava Grigoryan in2014, and this has been a particularly joyful musical and personalcollaboration for her. She is currently acting Associate Principal Cello ofthe Adelaide Symphony Orchestra.Slava GrigoryanGuitarEmily SunViolinSharon GrigoryanCello “THE TROUBADOURS" GUEST ARTISTS

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TANIA FRAZER - OBOEAMALIA HALL - VIOLINSOMI KIM - PIANOTBA - CELLOTimeless Voices celebrates the resilience and genius of composers who, despite personal andsocietal challenges, created works of lasting beauty that continue to inspire across generations.Mendelssohn displays unmatched youthful brilliance in his Piano Trio No. 1, while the raw emotion ofShostakovich’s Piano Trio in C Minor, Op. 8 evokes the turbulence of the Stalinist era. Ezio Bosso’sRain in Her Dark Eyes transforms personal health struggles into a hauntingly beautiful soundscape;Lachlan Skipworth’s delightful Oboe Quartet sets a fabulous new benchmark for oboe repertoire,and Artie Shaw’s jazz-infused Concerto redefines the boundaries of the traditional concerto. MENDELSSOHN - PIANO TRIO NO. 1SKIPWORTH - OBOE QUARTETINTERVALEZIO BOSSO - RAIN IN HER DARK EYESSHOSTAKOVICH - PIANO TRIO NR. 1 IN C, OP. 8ARTIE SHAW - CONCERTODescribed as a “national treasure” and “New Zealand’s most indispensable ensemble” (William Dart,NZ Herald), NZTrio is renowned for its eclectic repertoire, outstanding talent and warm kiwi stagepresence. Any preconceptions of classical music being stuffy or intimidating are smashed by edgyrepertoire, venue ambiance, and post-concert manaakitanga. They have captivated music-lovers throughout Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, Asia, South America,the USA, Europe and Scandinavia – two highlights being a poignant tour of Messiaen’s Quartet for theEnd of Time with UK clarinettist Julian Bliss (2016/18) – re-touring in 2021 with Chamber Music NewZealand and clarinettist Jonathan Cohen – and a significant cross-cultural project to record andextensively tour 9 new piano trios by Chinese composers (2017/18).Collectivo welcomes the NZTrioCONCERT 3 "Timeless Voices"SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 1.30PM Duration: 120 minutes including interval

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Noted by The Strad for her “blazing insight and dazzling virtuosity”, NewZealand violinist Amalia Hall displays natural and dynamic versatility as afrequent soloist, as Concertmaster of Orchestra Wellington – a role shetook in 2016, becoming New Zealand’s youngest concertmaster – and asthe violinist of NZTrio, which has been described as “New Zealand’smost indispensable ensemble”.Born and raised in New Zealand, Amalia began violin lessons at the ageof 3. She completed her Bachelor of Music at the University of Aucklandand at the age of 19 began postgraduate studies at the Curtis Instituteof Music, studying under the tutelage of renowned violinists PamelaFrank and Joseph Silverstein. Her numerous competition successes include laureate prizes at theJoseph Joachim International Violin Competition in Hannover, theInternational Violin Competition ‘Premio R. Lipizer’, the InternationalTchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians, Premio Citta di PadovaInternational Competition for Soloists and Orchestra, and the KlosterSchöntal International Violin Competition.Amalia plays the Vincenzo Rugeri violin the "Baron Knoop" from c. 1700,generously on loan from a private benefactor.Hailed for her “breath-taking range of colour, tone and inflection” (TheTimes), South Korean born New Zealand pianist Somi Kim is one ofAotearoa’s most sought after pianists. A winner of the Royal Over-Seas League Accompanist Prize and theGerald Moore Award for Accompanists, Somi enjoys an impressivecareer as a chamber musician and soloist. She performs extensively asthe official pianist of NZTrio, one of New Zealand’s most indispensableensembles, and her recent solo appearances include concertos with theAuckland Philharmonia Orchestra and the Christchurch SymphonyOrchestra. Somi is a graduate of the University of Auckland (NZ) and the RoyalAcademy of Music (UK) where she obtained a Master of Music in solopiano and an Advanced Diploma in Performance and Master of Arts incollaborative piano with Distinction. She was recently awarded theAssociate of the Royal Academy of Music (ARAM) to recognise hercontribution to music.Amalia HallViolinSomi KimPiano“THE TIMELESS VOICES" GUEST ARTISTS

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TANIA FRAZER - OBOEPAAVALI JUMPPANEN - PIANOSATU VÄNSKÄ - VIOLINPETER CLARK - VIOLIN HYUNG SUK BAE - CELLOStep into The Garden of Dreams, a program that conjures vivid musical imagery and showcasesdazzling virtuosity, performed by Finnish piano soloist and Director of ANAM in Melbourne, PaavaliJumppanen alongside Principal Violin of the Australian Chamber Orchestra and superstar soloistSatu Vänskä, Peter Clark of the New Zealand String Quartet , Principal Cello of the QSO andaudience favourite, Hyung Suk Bae and of course oboist Tania Frazer.Works by Beethoven, Rossini, Debussy, Ravel, and Sibelius bring stories to life through sound,from Beethoven’s dramatic ‘Pathétique’ Sonata to Ravel’s fiery violin showpiece, Tzigane. BEETHOVEN - PIANO SONATA NO. 8 IN C MINOR, OP. 13 'PATHETIQUE'SIBELIUS - THREE PIECES FOR VIOLIN AND PIANO FROM OP. 115, OP. 106 & OP. 79ROSSINI - INTRODUCTION, THEME AND VARIATIONSINTERVALDEBUSSY - PRELUDES- SELECTIONSRAVEL – LE TOMBEAU DE COUPERINRAVEL - TZIGANE CONCERT 4 "The Garden of Dreams"SATURDAY 1 NOVEMBER 1.30PM Duration: 120 minutes including interval

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In the span of recent seasons, the imaginative and versatile Finnishvirtuoso Paavali Jumppanen has established himself as a dynamicmusician of seemingly unlimited capability who has already cut a wideswath internationally as an orchestral and recital soloist, recording artist,artistic director & performer of contemporary and avant-garde music.Mr. Jumppanen has performed extensively in the United States, Europe,Japan, China, and Australia and collaborated with great conductorsincluding David Robertson, Sakari Oramo, Susanna Mälkki, Esa-PekkaSalonen, and Jaap van Zweden. He spent the 2011–12 season as a visitingscholar in Harvard University. He leads curation at the Väyläfestival, amulti-arts festival in northern Scandinavia and serves as the ArtisticDirector to the Australian National Academy of Music.Paavali JumppanenPiano Born to a Finnish family in Japan, violinist Satu Vänskä has developed aninternational profile through her role as Principal Violin with the AustralianChamber Orchestra, a position she has held for the past twenty years. Inthat time Satu has both directed and performed as soloist with the ACO,an ensemble regarded as one of the greatest chamber orchestras in theworld. As a soloist, Satu has performed with the Tasmanian Symphony, theLondon’s Aurora Orchestra with the late Barry Humphries, the ArcticChamber Orchestra, Sinfonia Lahti and at the Festival Maribor inSlovenia.Satu performs on the 1728/29 Stradivarius violin on loan from the ACOInstrument Fund.Satu VänskäViolinViolinist Peter Clark was honoured to join the New Zealand StringQuartet in 2024. Prior to his appointment, Peter divided his timebetween New York City and Australia, combining his passions forchamber music, directing orchestras, and advocating for the central roleof music in society. Peter came to the NZSQ from his tenure as Principal Violin of OmegaEnsemble in Sydney. Positions previously held include first violinist of theAustralian Chamber Orchestra’s Inspire Quartet, and core member ofMelbourne’s Inventi Ensemble.Peter plays a fine 1784 Lorenzo Storioni violin, kindly loaned by Mr DavidDuncan Craig, as trustee of the Lily Duncan Trust.Peter ClarkViolin Hyung Suk Bae is Principal Cellist at Queensland Symphony Orchestraand has established himself as one of the leading cellists of hisgeneration.He studied at The Juilliard School with Joel Krosnick on full scholarshipfor the Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees. An acclaimed soloist, chamber musician & orchestral musician, HyungSuk Bae's performances have taken him all over USA, South Korea, Japan,New Zealand and Australia, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center,Harris Theater in Chicago and Sydney Opera House. His recent highlightincludes performing with Pinchas Zukerman & Charmian Gadd, Hyung Suk Bae performs on a Giovanni Grancino cello, c. 1700 and aHonore Derazey cello, c 1833.Hyung Suk BaeCello “THE GARDEN OF DREAMS" GUEST ARTISTS

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VIOLINS OF THE 2025 SEASONSeason 2025 not only brings some of the mostoutstanding violinists in the world, but also theopportunity to hear and see up close some of theworld’s most cherished and rare violins.CONCERT 2 Emily Sun performs on a 1753 G.B. Guadagnini ‘TheAdelaide’ violin, kindly loaned to her by the UKARIACultural Trust.CONCERT 3Amalia Hall plays the Vincenzo Rugeri violin the "Baron Knoop" from c. 1700, generously on loan from a private benefactor.CONCERT 4 Satu Vanska performs on the 1728/29 A.Stradivariusviolin on loan from the ACO Instrument Fund.CONCERT 1Andrew Haveron plays a 1757 G.B Guadagnini,generously loaned to the Sydney Symphony Orchestraby Vicki Olsson.CONCERT 4 Peter Clark plays a fine 1784 Lorenzo Storioni violin,kindly loaned by Mr David Duncan Craig, as trustee ofthe Lily Duncan Trust.

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COLLECTIVO IS PLEASED TO OFFER OUTSTANDING FLEXABILITY WHEN IT COMES TOATTENDING ANY OR ALL OF OUR CONCERTS!YOU MAY CHOOSE FROM ANY OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS:SINGLE TICKETS TO ANY 1 CONCERT - $79.50TWO CONCERT PACK TO ANY 2 CONCERTS OF YOUR CHOICE - $153THREE CONCERT PACK TO ANY 3 CONCERTS OF YOUR CHOICE - $223.50FOUR CONCERT SUBSCRIPTION TO ALL 4 CONCERTS - $298 (BEST VALUE)ALL TICKETING IS DONE BY THE THOMAS DIXON CENTRE - THE BELOW QR CODE WILL TAKEYOU TO THE TDC TICKET PLATFORM IN A WEB PAGE.SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY DIFFICULTIES BOOKING ONLINE YOU CAN BOOK OVER THE PHONEBY CALLING THE THOMAS DIXON CENTRE ON 07-3013 6666 DURING NORMAL OFFICE HOURS. PLEASE NOTE SEATING IS UNALLOCATED.TICKETSDONATE VIA THE CREATIVE AUSTRALIA ACF FUNDWe are raising vital funds through the Australian Cultural Fund to sustain this high-quality platform for musicians in Brisbane. COLLECTIVO is also the recipient of the 2024 MatchLab funding initiative through CreativePartnerships Australia, which will match all donations dollar for dollar. Every donation makes adifference, and ALL contributions over $2 are tax-deductible.JUST SCAN THE QR CODE OR VISIT WWW.COLLECTIVO.AU AND CLICK SUPPORT.THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!ALL CONCERTS TAKE PLACE AT THE THOMAS DIXON CENTREIN THE CHARLES LISNER STUDIOTICKETS

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FEEL THE MUSICMARCH 22-23 2025The Waiheke Chamber Music Festival takesplace on the breathtaking Waiheke Island inthe Hauraki Gulf, just off the coast ofAuckland. The festival presents a line-up ofinternationally acclaimed musiciansperforming an array master works in theexquisite setting of the Gabriella LewenzStudio Gallery.The festival will be a two-day event on 22-23March 2025 A celebration of the naturalbeauty and unique charm of Waiheke Island,this event will showcase the impeccableartistry of some of New Zealand’s mostaccomplished musicians to create aharmonious blend of nature, visual art, andmusical brilliance. The festival will be a world-class musical experience on Waiheke Island,with the enchanting Gabriella Lewenz Galleryvenue providing an idyllic setting.The diverse festival program offerssomething for everyone and audiences of allages, from local residents and Auckland day-trippers to tourists from across New Zealandand Australia who want to explore thestunning natural beauty of Waiheke Island. TANIA FRAZER & AMALIA HALL CO-ARTISTIC DIRECTORSTania Frazer - OboeAmalia Hall - ViolinGrayson Masefield - Accordion Peter Clark - ViolinLara Hall - Violin/ViolaRobert Ashworth - ViolaCallum Hall - CelloJesbery Hartono - Cello

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TICKETSWEBSITEWe are pleased to offer outstanding flexabilitywhen it comes to attending ANY or ALL of ourconcerts!FESTIVAL SUBSCRIPTION to ALL 3 Concerts:$170.00 (best value)Concert 1 Only: $75Mini Concert 2 Only: $35 Concert 3 Only: $75Concerts 1 + 2 Saturday COMBO: $104 Concert 2 Sat + Concert 3 Sun COMBO: $104Concert 1 Sat & Concert 3 Sun COMBO: $144Concert 1 "The Light Within"1.30-3.30pm Saturday 22 MarchMini Concert 2 "Sunset Conversations"5pm Saturday 22 MarchConcert 3 "Souvenir de Florence"1:30pm Sunday 23 MarchGabriella Lewenz Art Gallery40 Motukaha RoadWaiheke Island 1971New Zealand

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