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Title: Alfred Hill's 'Hinemoa' and musical marginality
Author: Shieff, Sarah.
In: Turnbull Library Record, 1995; 28:61-78
Abstract: Outlines the career of the prolific composer and then examines the circumstances surrounding the composition of his work based on the legend of Hinemoa, first performed in 1896. Describes this as a retelling of an indigenous narrative in a transplanted European musical idiom.
Title: Ancient Māori songs preserved on CD
In: Te Māori: Nga hui hui ngā kōrero o Aotearoa, 27 Jul 1998; 3(65):10 46cm
Abstract: Introduces 'Waiata onamata - songs from the past', a collection of 43 songs and laments on 2 CDs. Historian and researcher Brad Haami, from Ngāti Awa and Kahungunu, has compiled an accompanying booklet.
Title: Bandsmen of yesterday and today
In: Marlborough's Past & Present, 1996; 5:16-17
Abstract: Features a photo of the Marlborough Regimental Blenheim Municipal Band in 1951 and the Blenheim Municipal Band in 1992.
Title: A big talent in a bigger city: A big voice in a bigger city - Lemalu is on the way.
Author: Sucher, Cheryl Pearl.
In: Otago Daily Times, 29 Mar 2003; B:1,8; 131cm
Abstract: Profiles the bass-baritone Johnathon Lemalu and outlines his career. Discusses his NewYork City debut in 'L'Damnation de Faust', Avery Fisher Hall. Talks to him about his past and upcoming performances overseas, his New Zealand mentors and describes his reaction to his performances by music critics.
Title: Boyd Neel and after : a tale of two orchestras
Author: Simpson, Adrienne.
In: Music in New Zealand, Aut 1990; 8:36-43,53
Abstract: Describes the tour of London's Boyd Neel Orchestra to NZ in 1947. Assesses the effect the visit had on NZ musical life, resulting in formation of the Alex Lindsay String Orchestra.
Title: Bravo! : a tribute in three parts to the New Zealand Opera Company (1954-1971)
Author: Vercoe, Tony.
In: Music in New Zealand, Aut 1995; 28:10-12
Abstract: Overviews the history of the company.
Title: Burning up the years 5 - Phil Warren : the teen mogul of the sixties
Author: Cammick, Murray.
In: Real Groove, Nov 2000; 88:22-24
Note: Part 5 of a series
Abstract: Profiles the music promoter and talks to him about his career in the NZ music industry.
Title: City Sounds
Author: Cardy, Tom.
In: Evening Post, 22 Nov 2001; P.26; 60cm
Abstract: Backgrounds an exhibition and series of CDs which feature calls and chants of NZers. Talks to Victoria University music lecturer Allan Thomas about his research into the musicality of calls and chants.
Title: Concert to mark four score years.
Author: Dart, William.
In: New Zealand Herald, 1 Apr 2002; B:4; 41cm
Abstract: Discusses the contribution to choral music in NZ made by the English-born composer, Peter Godfrey.
Title: Dusting off the gems of yesteryear
Author: Robyns, Sian.
In: Dominion, 11 Oct 1993; P.7 63cm
Abstract: Talks to members of When The Cat's Been Spayed about 'Down the hall', their recording of Kiwi folk music.
Title: The family album of drawing-room songs
Author: Thomas, Allan.
In: Music in New Zealand, Aut 1995; 28:40-43
Abstract: Looks at the history and value of popular song pieces for the piano written during the early 1900s to the 1920s.
Title: A heritage claimed : musical images at the National Library
Author: Paul, Janet.
In: Music in New Zealand, Sum 1990/91; 11:40-43
Abstract: In a review of the 1990 exhibition 'Musical Images', National Library, the significance of NZ's musical heritage is considered.
Title: Hello, this is Turntable calling : any rags, any jazz, any boppers today?
Author: Lewis, Laurie. A.
In: Music in New Zealand, Sum 1993/1994; 23:38-40
Abstract: Profiles the radio host and his contribution to radio shows for 40 years before and after World War 2.
Title: In footsteps of Len Lye.
Author: Dart, William.
In: New Zealand Herald, 5 Mar 2003; B:6; 36cm
Abstract: Talks to the composer Eve de Castro Robinson about her career, her plans to write an opera on Len Lye and the first piece of the project 'Len Dances', being premiered by the Auckland Philharmonia, 6 Mar 2003.
Title: Johnny be good
Author: Rabbitt, Lindsay.
In: Listener, 21 Oct 2000; P.50-51
Abstract: Talks to the rock'n'roll performer, Johnny Devlin, about his career.
Title: Johnny Cooper : the original Māori cowboy
Author: Spittle, Gordon.
In: Music in New Zealand, Aut 1994; 24:43-45
Abstract: Profiles the 1950s country singer.
Title: Listen, it's our Mavis
Author: Bourke, Chris.
In: Listener, 9 Jul 1990; 127(2626):104-105
Abstract: Expatriate Samoan jazz singer, Mavis Rivers, talks of her career in the US.
Title: The Mobil Song Quest : 1956-1991
Author: Joyce, Roger.
In: Music in New Zealand, Aut 1992; 16:45-51.
Title: Mōteatea and the transmission of history
Author: Royal, Te Ahukaramu Charles.
In: Historical Journal (Ōtaki Historical Society), 1997; 20:10-14
Abstract: A general introduction to the various types of Māori songs is followed by examples of songs, and detailed explanations of their origin, meaning, and historical relevance.
Title: Mr Nice Guy
Author: Mora, Jim.
In: Metro, Jun 1993; 144:88-95
Abstract: Features Jim Sutton's old time music from the 50s and 60s, talkback and local history show, Newstalk 1ZB Saturday Night Nostalgia. Profiles his part in the Auckland music scene since the 1950s. Mentions Mavis Rivers and Esme Steven.
Title: Music for the world
Author: Raffills, Mark.
In: Southern Skies, Apr 1997; P.56-58
Abstract: Considers the move from folk music to world music.
Title: The New Zealand music identity
Author: Body, Jack.
In: Canzona, 1999; 20(41):36-40
Abstract: Considers the characteristics of NZ music and what has influenced its composers, including poetry, the landscape, the typical NZer, and Māori music.
Title: Parlour pearls
Author: Cryer, Max.
In: Listener, 12 Sep 1987; 117(2482):36-37
Abstract: Describes the background research into New Zealand folk music for the two-part radio series Colonial Corn which features popular songs of the past.
Title: Phil Garland : in search of the elusive Kiwi folk-song
Author: Owen, Alwyn.
In: Music in New Zealand, Sum 1994/1995; 27:42-43
Abstract: Interviews the expatriate folk musician/guitarist about how he initially became involved with the folk music scene.
Title: Pioneers of pop tell it as it was
Author: Yska, Redmer.
In: New Zealand Herald, 15 Oct 1993; 2:3 58cm
Abstract: Describes the work of pop historian Roger Watkins on the Turnbull Library Oral History Archive Pop Project, recording the experiences of NZ popular music pioneers.
Title: The quiet man at the piano : Crombie Murdoch and his music
Author: Wolfe, Richard.
In: Music in New Zealand, Aut 1993; 20:41-45
Abstract: Profiles the musician and discusses his part in the late 1940s, early 1950s local music scene.
Title: Remembering the Alex Lindsay String Orchestra : a conversation with Geoffrey Newson
Author: Simpson, Adrienne.
In: Music in New Zealand, Sum 1998/1999; 34:44-49
Abstract: Talks to the double bass player about the orchestra from its beginning in 1948 until 1973.
Title: Selected sounds of our century : a decade by decade cavalcade
Author: Gallusser, Werner.
In: Crescendo, Aug 1987; 17:11-13
Abstract: Looks at the music and sounds of the twentieth century. Considers 'serious' music, popular stage works, jazz and instruments.
Title: Waiata-ā-ringa : will waiata-ā-ringa replace classical chant in the new century?
Author: Kāretu, Tīmoti.
In: New Zealand Studies, Jul 1995; 5(2):8-12
Abstract: Backgrounds the Māori action songs, waiata-ā-ringa. Covers the influence of World War II. Gives the words of seven waiata-ā-ringa in Māori and English.
Title: When The Cat's Been Spayed : a new breed of divas
Author: Dart, William.
In: Music in New Zealand, Win 1994; 25:32-35
Abstract: Talks to the singing group about their origins and the type of music they sing. Discusses NZ folk songs recorded by the group.
Title: Women religious in music
Author: Clausen, Lois. M.
In: IRMT Journal, Sep 1993; 36:8-11
Note: Women's suffrage centennial issue
Abstract: Describes the history of music teaching by nuns of the Sisters of Mercy and other Catholic orders since 1850.
Centre for NZ Music
http://www.sounz.org.nz/
Web site of the Centre for NZ Music. Provides excellent links to all aspects of NZ music, musicians, composers and record companies.
Discography of New Zealand popular music, 1958 - 1987
http://www.lanecc.edu/library/don/kiwimusic.htm
Covers 1230 audio recordings by NZ rock, jazz, folk and bluegrass musicians. Includes LP's, EP's and cassettes.
EMI
http://www.emi.co.nz
Site of the EMI Virgin label.
Festival Singers of Wellington
http://www.festival-singers.org.nz/
The Festival Singers of Wellington is a community based New Zealand choir. Their performances range from the major classics, baroque choral works, folk songs and traditional music by New Zealand composers. Excellent links.
Jazz.co.nz
http://www.jazz.co.nz/info.html
Lists recent events, performers, venues, and information about jazz in New Zealand.
The Māori Organizations home page
http://www.maori.org.nz/nav.htm
Check out Kapa haka and Waiata.
New Zealand Folk Song
http://folksong.org.nz/
A non commercial web site offering a discography of NZ historical and contemporary folk songs.
NZ Music of the 60's and 70's
http://www.sergent.com.au/nzmusic.html
A large directory of NZ music of the sixties and seventies. Includes some photographs, record covers as well as biographies of NZ bands and performers. Compiled by an enthusiast.
Promethean Editions
http://www.promethean-editions.com/
This contemporary music publishing company is located in Wellington, New Zealand. They publish new music that is exciting, energetic and lively from both emerging and established NZ composers, their focus being contemporary, classical, and art music.
Radio New Zealand's Sound Archives
http://www.soundarchives.co.nz/
Homepage of Radio New Zealand's Sound Archives / Ngā Taonga Kōrero.
Te Puna Web Directory
http://tepuna.natlib.govt.nz/web_directory/
Check out NZ music references in this directory. Browse the subject list. Then click on Arts and literature, then Music. Now investigate the range of web sites on offer.
Timeframes
http://timeframes1.natlib.govt.nz/
NZ's largest database of heritage images. These have been selected from the collections of the Alexander Turnbull Library and new items are being added daily in response to user demand.
Wellington Scottish Pipes and Drums
http://www.wspd.wellington.net.nz/
The web site of the Wellington Scottish Pipes and Drums - founded 1932. Useful information source about pipe bands and band music. Interesting links.
Title: 75th jubilee of the pipes & drums
of the City of Wanganui Highland Pipe Band
Publisher: Wanganui [N.Z.] : The Band, [1993].
Title: Beat groups & courtyard parties / compiled by G.W. Spittle
Author: Spittle, G. W. (Gordon William)
Publisher: Wellington [N.Z.] : GWS Publications, 1996.
Title: Bigger than all of us : the National Band of
New Zealand of 1953
Author: Dewe, Denis.
Publisher: Darfield, N.Z. : D. Dewe, [1999].
Title: Birchfield State Colliery Highland Pipe Band, 1948 to 1988
Publisher: [Westport, N.Z. : The Band,
1988].
Title: Counting the beat : a history of New Zealand song
Author: Spittle, G. W. (Gordon William)
Publisher: Wellington [N.Z.] : GP Publications, 1997
Note: "Traces the history of popular music in New Zealand from 1913 (and earlier) to 1994.
Title: Haka
Producer: Awatere-Huata, Donna.
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Film Commission, 1988
Videorecording: 1 videocassette
Performers: Haka by: Anaru Tukarau, Te Aute College, Rutherford High, Gisborne Boys High, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Te Rangiwewehi, Headhunters Pāremoremo, St. Stephen's College
Title: History of the Highland Pipe Bands Association of New Zealand : 1928-1953
Author: Thomas, Charles. S.
Publisher: [Christchurch [N.Z.] : Printed by Andrews, Baty, 1959].
Title: A history of New Zealand rock music
Author: Dix, John.
Producer:Haynes, John
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Dept. of Education. 1987
Sound Recording: 6 sound cassettes : stereo + 1 Teachers' guide.
Title: Hostage to the beat : the Auckland scene, 1955-1970
Author: Watkins, Roger
Publisher: North Shore City, N.Z. : Tandem Press, 1995.
Title: Kiwi rock
Authors:Davey, Tim and Puschmann, Horst
Publisher: [Wellington, N.Z.] : Kiwi Rock Publications, 1996.
Title: The Music of the people : the story of the band movement in New Zealand - 1845-1963
Author: Newcomb, Stanley Peter.
Publisher: Christchurch : Mowat, 1963.
Title: Musical images : a New Zealand historical journey 1840-1990
Author: Thomson, John Mansfield.
Publisher: [Wellington, N.Z.] : National Library of New Zealand, [1990]
Note: This is the illustrated catalogue of an exhibition curated by John Thomson in November 1990 for the National Library of New Zealand.
Title: New Zealand folksongs ; song of a young country
Author: edited by Neil Colquhoun
Publisher: Wellington : Reed, [1972].
Title: North meets south : popular music in Aotearoa/New Zealand
Edited by: Philip Hayward, Tony Mitchell and Roy Shuker
Publisher: Sydney, N.S.W. : Perfect Beat Publications, 1994.
Title: Opera's farthest frontier : a history of professional opera in New Zealand
Author: Simpson, Adrienne.
Publisher: Auckland [N.Z.] : Reed, 1996
Note: "Describes ... the ... companies and characters that have contributed to the growth of professional opera in this country"-Jacket.
Title: Southern voices : international opera singers of New Zealand
Authors:Simpson, Adrienne, and Downes, Peter.
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : Reed, 1992.
Title: Waiata : Māori songs in history : an anthology / introduced and translated by Margaret Orbell
Publisher: Auckland [N.Z.] : Reed, 1991.
Title: Weavers of song : Polynesian music and dance
Author: McLean, Mervyn.
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : Auckland University Press, 1999
Note: Includes CD.
Title: 25 years of Kiwi rock
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : EMI, 1989
Sound Recording: 2 sound discs : digital, stereo. ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: A sense of place
Author: Garland, Phil.
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Kiwi Pacific, p1998
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc: digital. ; 4 3/4 in
Note: New Zealand Folk Music.
Title: Alda in opera and song: historic recordings, 1910-1928
Author: Alda, Frances, 1883-1952.
Publisher: Wellington : National Library of New Zealand : Manufactured and distributed by Atoll, 1997
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet
Note: "Alda, New Zealand's first international prima donna"--Cover
Biographical and programme Notes inserted in container
Produced for the Alexander Turnbull Library, National Library of New Zealand, by Peter Downes, Roger Flury and Adrienne Simpson.
Title: Alex Lindsay String Orchestra : 50th anniversary commemoration
Author: Alex Lindsay String Orchestra
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Kiwi Pacific Records International, 1998
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: Ana Hato rāua ko Deane Waretini : legendary recordings 1927-1949
Author: Hato, Ana, 1906-1953
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : National Library of New Zealand : Manufactured and distributed by Kiwi Pacific, 1995
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet.
Title: Aotearoa Māori Chorale
Author: Aotearoa Māori Chorale
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Jayrem, 1997
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: The Beauty of Māori song
Author: St. Joseph's Māori Girls' Choir
Performer:St. Joseph's Māori Girls' College Choir and Concert Party
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Kiwi, 1998
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: Bold is brass
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : Ode, 1988
Performed by: Continental Airlines Auckland Brass, Yamaha New Lynn Brass, Skellerup Brass Band, Wanganui Tenderkist
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: Brilliant brass
Author: National Band of New Zealand
Performer: National Band of New Zealand
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Kiwi Pacific, 1993
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital, stereo. ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: Culture vulture
Author: Banshee Reel (Music Group)
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Banshee Reel, 1993
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in
Note: Irish songs, dance and folk music.
Title: Down the hall
Author: When the Cat's Been Spayed
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Kiwi, 1993
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: Encore
Author: Hamilton County Bluegrass Band
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Kiwi Pacific, 1997
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: Te Hekenga-a-Rangi
Author: Melbourne, Hirini
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc: digital; 4 ¾ in
Note: Māori songs by Hirini Melbourne and Richard Nunns, with Aroha
Yates-Smith.
Title: Her mantle so green
Author: Briar, Celia
Publisher: Eastbourne, N.Z. : White cloud, 1995
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in
Note: Celtic music group.
Title: The Islands
Author: Blake, Christopher
Publisher: Wellington, NZ: Atoll, p2003.
Note: Symphony - Based on 'The islands', three sonnets by Charles Brasch, performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.
Title: Kiwi nostalgia : hits of the 50's
Publisher: [Auckland, N.Z.] : BMG, 1996
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet.
Title: Māori songs of New Zealand II
Performer: Aotearoa Māori Chorale
Publisher: Wellington, Aotearoa : Jayrem, 1999
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: New Zealand : our land, our music
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : EMI, 1995
Sound Recording: 2 sound discs : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: New Zealand : our land, our music. Volume two
Publisher: [Auckland, N.Z.] : EMI, 1997
Sound Recording: 2 sound discs : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: Ngā mātua : When the haka became boogie's greatest bits, volume 1
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : Tangata Records, 1992
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital, stereo ; 4 3/4 in.
Title: Oscar Natzka. Volume one, 1938-1940 : the definitive collection
Author: Natzka, Oscar, 1912-1951
Performer: Oscar Natzka, bass ; with various orchestras and accompanists
Publisher: [Wellington, N.Z.] : National Library of New Zealand : [Auckland, N.Z.] : Atoll, 2000
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc: digital, stereo ; 4 3/4 in
Note: Produced for the Alexander Turnbull Library, National Library of New Zealand, by Peter Downes, Susan Bartel and Roger Flury
Biographical and programme Notes inserted in container.
Title: The Tāhiwis : historic 1930 recordings
Performer: Te Whānau Tāhiwi (Musical group)
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : National Library of New Zealand : Manufactured and distributed by Atoll, 1998
Sound Recording: 1 compact disc Note: Biographical information
inserted in container.
Produced for the Alexander Turnbull Library by Jonathan Dennis, with Hōriana Joyce, Susan Bartel and Peter Downes.
Title: Traditional music of the Māori : an historical collection
Publisher: Paraparaumu, N.Z. : Viking Sevenseas, [1995?]
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Performer: Rangatira Māori Opera Group; Turakina Māori Girls' College Choir; Hannah Tatana; Mrs. Paeroa Wineera; Öhinemutu Cultural Group.
Note: A collection of items originally recorded in the 1960s
(Available for purchase from Viking Sevenseas NZ Ltd, PO Box 152, Paraparaumu, Wellington.
Title: Under the Southern Cross
Author: Garland, Phil.
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Kiwi, 1996.
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc : digital ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet.
Note: New Zealand Folk Music.
Title: The very best of the Hamilton County Bluegrass Band.
Author: Hamilton County Bluegrass Band
Publisher: New Zealand: EMI Music New Zealand, 2002
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc: digital; 4 ¾ in.
Title: Waiata Māori: a festival of Māori song
Other Title: Māui's farewell
Author: Te Wiata, Inia.
Performer: Inia Te Wiata, bass soloist and narrator
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Kiwi Pacific, 1992
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc: digital, stereo. ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet.
Title: Whalerider: original soundtrack.
Author: Gerrard, Lisa
Publisher: London: 4AD under license from South Pacific Pictures: Shock Records (distributor).
Sound Recording: 1 sound disc: digital; 4 ¾ in
Note: Motion picture music.
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