Sound Bites February 2026

Tēnā koutou katoa, 

Welcome back to an exciting year ahead!

Whether you're a teacher planning learning experiences, a young musician looking for performance opportunities, or a concert-goer keen to support emerging talent, this edition of Sound Bites brings together our first snapshot of what the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra has on offer in 2026.

We look forward to hosting you all in a workshop or concert soon.

Online Classroom Sessions

Free, live and interactive Zoom sessions for Y1-8 with NZSO musicians! Perfect if you want something easy, engaging and music-education based for your ākonga.

Creative Music Workshops

Hands-on, inclusive workshops where students create original music with an NZSO facilitator.

No prior musical experience needed!

Schools Concert

The NZSO presents two interactive concerts across the motu, designed for school students in Years 3-8! Schools' Concerts are supported by Fehl Charitable Trust.

Petrushka

Presented in Wellington, Palmerston North and Hastings - Step right up to the fair and discover the magical and mysterious story of Petrushka!

The Music of Emotions

Presented in Christchurch and Dunedin - Join the NZSO on a journey through the world of feelings!  

Emerging Artists - Applications Open

A chance for talented young musicians to perform with the NZSO in a professional concert setting. 

Gloria - A Triple Bill

Opportunities for secondary students to experience and engage with live orchestral music as part of a wider arts festival programme.

2025 Schools' Concert

If you missed our 2025 Schools' Concert you can now watch it on YouTube! Thanks to RNZ and SOUNZ for capturing this exciting journey into the wonders of the natural world.

Bonus: 2026 Staff Room poster 

Download and print our 2026 Schools poster for your staff room here!

For all enquiries, please contact the NZSO Education & Community Engagement Team at education@nzso.co.nz.

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The Education and Community Engagement Team