Whilst the spotlight of the Michael Hill is understandably on the competitors, we present a comprehensive programme designed to raise the awareness of fine music and the standard of musical performance in Aotearoa.
Inspiring the next generation of talent is a huge part of our kaupapa and opportunities are generously offered for our local violinists to learn directly from the experts, and engage with their international peer group.
Side-by-Side String Ensemble:
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and New Zealand Symphony Orchestra members, 2026 Competitors and members of the community
Saturday 23 May, 5.00-6.00pm
Ron Ball Studio, Christchurch Town Hall
Free registration – Click here
James Ehnes NZSO Foundation Violin Masterclass
Monday 26 May, 4.00-6.00pm
Ron Ball Studio, Christchurch Town Hall
Free registration: https://events.humanitix.com/mhivc-christchurch-string-sessions-23-27may
Edward Dusinberre (2026 Judge) & Harumi Rhodes (Takács Quartet) – Chamber Music Class
Monday 25 May, 7.00-9.00pm
Ron Ball Studio, Christchurch Town Hall
Free registration: https://events.humanitix.com/mhivc-christchurch-string-sessions-23-27may
WELLINGTON | SUNDAY 24 MAY | 5:30pm
Chamber Music workshop with Edward Dusinberre and Harumi Rhodes (Takács Quartet)
Adam Concert Room, co-presented with the New Zealand School of Music, Victoria University of Wellington
Thanks to generous support from Turnovsky Endowment Trust.
Josef Špaček – Violin Masterclass (2026 Judge)
Symphonia Music
Thursday 4 June, 10:00am-12:00pm
Free registration: https://events.humanitix.com/mhivc-auckland-string-sessions
Natsuko Yoshimoto – Violin Masterclass (2026 Judge)
Symphonia Music
Thursday 4 June,12:30-2:30pm
Free registration: https://events.humanitix.com/mhivc-auckland-string-sessions
Edward Dusinberre (2026 Judge) & Harumi Rhodes (Takács Quartet) – Chamber Music Class
Symphonia Music
Friday 5 June, 9:30-11:30am
Free registration: https://events.humanitix.com/mhivc-auckland-string-sessions
Prof. Vera Tsu Weiling – Violin Pedagogy Class (2026 Judge)
Friday 5 June, 11.45am-1.15pm
Symphonia Music
Free registration: https://events.humanitix.com/mhivc-auckland-string-sessions
Prof. Vera Tsu Weiling – Violin Masterclass (2026 Judge)
Friday 5 June, 1:30-3:30pm
Symphonia Music
Free registration: https://events.humanitix.com/mhivc-auckland-string-session
Amalia Hall & Matthias Balzat (NZTrio) workshop for young violinists
Saturday 6 June, 9.30-10.30am
Symphonia Music
Free registration: https://events.humanitix.com/mhivc-auckland-string-sessions
Auckland String Sessions Gala Showcase (massed string ensemble)
Saturday 6 June, 4.00pm
Auckland Town Hall Concert Chamber