Kiri programe young singers soar
The inaugural Kiri Programme (2016-17) which was completed in July included five intense modules focused on motivational psychology, grooming, media training as well as business skills, language, acting and vocal development. Experts in their fields were brought in from overseas and around New Zeala
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New Zealand Baritone Presented with Foundation Laureate
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa presents Julien Van Mellaerts with The Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation Laureate.
A Message to Foundation Supporters
It is with the greatest sadness that we advise the passing of Diana Fenwick – a trustee of the foundation almost from the beginning, and our Chair from 2013 to...
Exclusive Partnership for 2024 Lexus Song Quest
Aotearoa's premier biennial opera singing competition is thrilled to announce The Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation as a major co-presenting partner for the 2024 Lexus Song Quest.
Madison Nonoa wins prestigious singing award
NZ Soprano Madison Nonoa has been awarded the 2021 Victoria League Scholarship for Singing which is funded by the Victoria League Trust in NZ in association with the Kiri Te...
New Foundation Trustee Announced
Robert Wiremu has been appointed as a new trustee for the Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation.
Lifetime Trustee announcement
In recognition of her tireless efforts over a long period the Trustees recently announced Dame Catherine Tizard, a founding trustee and former chair, as a ‘Lifetime Trustee’ of the Kiri...