Poulenc, Rodrigo, Vivaldi, Bramah: Bach Musica NZ by Rodrigo, J., Kaí Pothío, Poulenc, De (2023/2023), Director musical Rita Paczian, Auckland Town Hall, Auckland, New Zealand

Poulenc, Rodrigo, Vivaldi, Bramah Bach Musica NZ International star guitarist Barkin Sertkaya will perform Vivaldi’s Guitar Concerto followed by Rodrigo’s most famous Concierto de Aranjuez. At this concert, Bach Musica NZ also presents the world premiere of Kaí Pothío, Kaí Máomai by young award-winning NZ composer Oliver Bramah. The title poetically translates from ancient Greek as "I miss and yearn after." Sappho's fragmented love poems are performed in their original Greek with modern pronunciation. Lastly, Poulenc’s Gloria will be performed and features a large symphony orchestra, choir, and solo soprano. Composed in 1961, this masterpiece delights with beautiful harmonies, tricky rhythms, sumptuous melodies and is regarded as one of the outstanding choral works of the 20th century. For more information visit www.bachmusica.com 1 hours 45 minutes, including a 20 minute interval No children under 8 years. All audience members must hold tickets Accessible seating available Hearing aid loop performances Bach Musica NZ presents Poulenc Gloria, Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez and Bramah Kaí Pothío, Kaí Máomai (world premiere) Rita Paczian Conductor Katherine Winitana Soprano Barkin Sertkaya Guitar