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The New Zealand Piano Quartet, formerly known as the Massey Piano Quartet, was
formed in the year 2000 by members of the faculty at the Massey University
Conservatorium of Music in Wellington, New Zealand. The group brings together
some of the finest musicians in the country, all of whom have had illustrious
careers both in New Zealand and abroad.
Over the short period of time they have been performing together, the musicians
have developed a tremendous rapport resulting in dynamic, exciting and
sensitive performances. In addition to their world-class renditions of the
well-loved, traditional repertoire, they take an interest in performing and
promoting new works. Their committed performances of contemporary music have
earned them praise, not only from composers but from audiences and critics
alike.
Over the course of the past couple of years, they have played at all of the
major New Zealand venues. Their 2001 Chamber Music New Zealand tour of the
North Island was highly successful, as was their performance in the 2002 New
Zealand Festival of the Arts. They enjoy playing together and look forwards to
future performances both in New Zealand and abroad.
All four members of the group are on faculty at the Conservatorium of Music at
Massey University in Wellington. They are devoted to teaching and promoting
young musicians. They welcome opportunities to meet with young people and
conduct masterclasses. As individuals, they are familiar faces as adjudicators
and panelists at competitions and examinations across the country.
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