NZ Barok is giving two concerts over the weekend, but with a difference – the New Zealand baroque orchestra is expanding its horizons to include music with voices, and they’re starting with Vivaldi’s 'Gloria'.
Upbeat caught up with Miranda Hutton and Amelia Giles from NZ Barok to find out more about the ensemble's plans.
Viva Vivaldi: musical travels in baroque Italy
NZ Barok with guest vocalists
Saturday 1 May, 7.30pm and Sunday 2 May, 2pm
St Luke’s Church, Remuera, Auckland
Music details:
VIVALDI: Gloria, from Gloria in D RV589 - Coro della Radiotelevisione Svizzera, I Barocchisti/Diego Fasolis (Decca 4833874)