Reviewed by Ruth Allison. Nelson Weekly. A palpable chemistry exists between these two young musicians. They are a tour de force. Ioana Cristina Goicea is a gracious amazon and an electric presence on the stage with her beautiful Guadagnini violin. While Andrey Gugnin is very confident, charming and totally in control at his piano. Together they gave us a rich musical experience never to be forgotten. From the spirited opening bars of Schubert’s Rondo Brillant to the lyrical…

Media release For immediate release APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2019 MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL VIOLIN COMPETITION New Zealand’s most prestigious international music competition returns - 31 May to 8 June 2019 A young Michael Hill had big dreams of being a concert violinist. Instead, he was encouraged into the family jewellery business by his father and uncle, and the rest is history. In 2001, Sir Michael decided he wanted to offer young violinists across the world the chance to do what…