Saturday 21 September @ 7.30pm The NSO presents a thrilling evening of glorious orchestral dance music to sweep you off your feet. Showcasing an array of classical favourites including Bach, Tchaikowsky, Strauss, Brahms, Saint-Saëns, Khachaturian, Prokofiev, and Shostakovich. Conducted by Jason Balla Please note: Dancers from Ballet Nelson will only join us for our shorter matinee concert…

Bring the kids and prepare to be swept off your feet by the talented students of Ballet Nelson as they dance to glorious live classical music performed by the Nelson Symphony Orchestra. Performance time approx 45 minutes. The programme will feature a selection of pieces from the previous evening. Suitable for all ages.

An exciting and varied concert featuring inspiring music from the mentor and the protégé. From the old masters of Beethoven and Haydn, to modern, local talent – Nelson’s own John Rimmer’s…

American Soundscape: The beauty and spirit of America through music. Christchurch-based conductor, Beth Cohen (and her dog!) return to Nelson to conduct NSO’s first concert of 2025. She hopes to…

Orchestral Reflections: Celebrating the NSO in our 60th year! After 6 decades of music making the players of the Nelson Symphony Orchestra under the baton of newly appointed Music Director, Jason…

After 6 decades of music making the players of the Nelson Symphony Orchestra under the baton of newly appointed Music Director, Jason Balla, share some of the highlights of 60 years…

A highlight for many, NSO’s biennial ‘Solo Spotlight’ concert returns with stunning performances from talented young soloists from around NZ. Soloists selected will perform one movement of a concerto or an aria of their choice, accompanied by the NSO. Conducted by Andrew Ward. Programme: Cimarosa: Overture to Oreste Schumann: 1st mvt of Piano Concerto (Ozan Biner-McGrath)…