CSO
@cso.co.nz
Recognised nationally, and celebrated locally, for the depth of its work, the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra believes that music can enrich lives in different ways and aims to share these experiences with as many people as possible through providing a wide range of ways in which our audiences can discover, encounter, and enjoy great musical experiences, from classical masters to modern classics. The orchestra contributes to the cultural diversity of the community through a full and varied concert season, as the orchestra of choice for many touring artists and other arts organisations, including the Royal New Zealand Ballet, and through its extensive Community Engagement programme, including school residencies, collaborations with other organisations such as Jolt Dance, library and retirement village performances, and at civic events. In 2016 and 2019, the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra received a Highly-Commended certificates in the Arts Access Awards for their collaboration with Christchurch dance company Jolt. The orchestra won the 2021 Arts Access Aotearoa Community Award for its work in Christchurch Men's Prison through the Platform programme. The orchestra was also twice a finalist in the New York Festival Radio awards, along with Radio New Zealand, and, in 2020, won the gold award for the live broadcast of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra’s 2019 opening Lamb & Hayward Masterworks concert, Phoenix. The orchestra actively contributes to the cultural and musical diversity of the community through a full and varied concert season, as the orchestra of choice for many touring artists and other arts organisations, through the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra’s extensive Community Engagement programme, and at civic events, such as Sparks in Hagley Park.
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About CSO
The Christchurch Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is a highly regarded brand both nationally and within the local community. With a strong belief in the transformative power of music, CSO is committed to enriching lives through a diverse range of musical experiences. As the orchestra of choice for touring artists and arts organizations like the Royal New Zealand Ballet, CSO offers a full and varied concert season that contributes to the cultural diversity of the community.
Beyond traditional performances, CSO is actively engaged in the community through collaborations with organizations such as Jolt Dance and participation in events like Sparks in Hagley Park. Through its extensive Community Engagement program, CSO conducts school residencies, library and retirement village performances, and takes part in civic events. Recently, the orchestra received recognition for its collaboration with Christchurch dance company Jolt, winning Highly-Commended certificates in the Arts Access Awards.
CSO's commitment to community extends to its work in the Christchurch Men's Prison, where it won the 2021 Arts Access Aotearoa Community Award through the Platform program. Additionally, the orchestra has been praised for its live broadcast of the 2019 opening Lamb & Hayward Masterworks concert, Phoenix, winning the gold award at the New York Festival Radio Awards. Experience the transformative power of music with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra as they invite you to their Season 2023, celebrating how music can evoke emotions.
Find out more about upcoming events and book your tickets to be a part of this incredible musical journey
Brand industry
Business and Consumer Services
Company type
Privately Held
Year founded
1974
Company size
11-50 employees
