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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Bianca Andrew embarks on her musical journey
In the last edition of Aria we reported that the young NZ mezzo soprano Bianca Andrew had received a Foundation tuition grant.
James Ioelu at home in The Big Apple
It may sound idyllic, maybe even a little romantic. However, getting here has been a long journey filled with many life lessons.
Kawiti Waetford’s letter from Cardiff
After a surprisingly beautiful, yet short, British summer we are now back into the start of another academic year
Renowned Baritone joins faculty for 2015 NZ Opera School
The Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation has been the principle sponsor of the annual NZ Opera School since 2012.
Nicholas Payne joins UK Foundation
Dame Kiri is delighted to announce the appointment of Nicholas Payne as a trustee of the UK Foundation.
UK Foundation 2014/2015 Scholarships announced
Céline Forrest is a 24 year-old Welsh Soprano who has just completed her first year on the Royal Academy’s Opera programme
The new name for Auckland’s Aotea Centre ASB Theatre, the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, will be launched on 20 November w… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
‘One of the world’s greatest sopranos is being celebrated in a grand theatre tradition, with a permanent tribute to… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
This beautiful korowai. twitter.com/whaeavee/statu…
Congratulations to Julien Van Mellearts @Julien Van Mellaerts on his selection for the Cardiff Singer of the World competitio… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
Many highlights including a clip of Dame Kiri in the 1966 film, Don't Let It Get You, singing an aria from the Barb… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
Interview with Jim Mora on @RNZ Sunday Morning with Jim Mora; Dame Kiri Te Kanawa: encouraging the next generation radionz.co.nz/national/progr…
RT @Clarence House: Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Soprano, today became a Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour for Services to Music. http…
RT @The Royal Family: Congratulations to Dame Kiri Te Kanawa who became a Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour, for services to music…
RT @Lexus Song Quest: Our hard-working and humble winner Joel Amosa chats with Eva Radich on @RNZ Concert about letting his operatic ambitions…
RT @Lifewise: FA'AMALO Niuafolau Joel Amosa! Congratulations for winning the 2018 @Lexus Song Quest! Joel is one of our amazing Lifewise #B…