Auckland Philharmonia

Our much anticipated annual Horn Hang is coming up on Saturday 20 June!

In this free workshop, experience a relaxed afternoon meeting and playing with like-minded others. Pack your Horn and come join the Auckland Phil Horn section for a fun and inspiring afternoon of music making and all sorts of Horn-anigans. 📯

Registrations are necessary. See our website for more information and the registration form: aucklandphil.nz/hangs

At just 21 years old, sensational pianist Eva Gevorgyan is already drawing international acclaim for her 'blend of youthful fire and poetic maturity' (Limelight Magazine). Next Thursday, she makes her New Zealand debut with us performing Chopin's First Piano Concerto in our sold out concert The NZ Herald Premier Series: Chopin & Tchaikovsky 🌟🎶👏

Winner of the Special Prize at the Chopin International Piano Competition in Warsaw, her recent performance of Chopin's Prelude No. 16 offers a glimpse at the artistry that makes her one of the most closely watched young artists on the international stage: https://ow.ly/OEVS50Z7qxn

If you missed out on tickets to join us in the Auckland Town Hall for Eva's dazzling debut, tune in to RNZ Concert's Music Alive from 7.30pm on Thursday 11 June to hear the live broadcast!

Eva Gevorgyan plays Chopin Prelude no 16 op. 28 Konzerthaus Berlin 16.10.2025Film by Sören L. Schirmer

Our warmest congratulations to Auckland Philharmonia trustee, Emeritus Professor Pare Areta Keiha QSO, who was the recipient of a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZM) in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026 for services to Māori and education.

A champion of the arts, Pare is an enduring advocate for learning, access and leadership. We're thrilled he has been honoured with this well-deserved award.

Registrations are open for our iconic Community Bash, taking place on Sunday 6 September at Auckland Town Hall!

Whether you haven’t picked up your instrument for years or are an experienced musician, all are welcome at the Community Bash! In this FREE workshop, musicians of all ages and abilities are joined by Auckland Philharmonia players to rehearse and perform a fun selection of music, led by conductor David Kay.

This year's repertoire will not disappoint! We'll be performing Orff’s epic O Fortuna, popular selections from Grieg’s Peer Gynt and the stunning waiata ‘Tōku Reo Tōku Ohooho'.
We provide parts for beginner, intermediate and advanced players, so anyone can join in to sing or play in this huge orchestra – just sign up and join the fun!

This event is generously supported by Foundation North.

Find out more and apply here: aucklandphil.nz/community-bash