Five Lines is a collection of writings about music in Aotearoa New Zealand by Elizabeth Kerr. It features short articles, artist profiles and reviews of concerts, operas and albums. You can subscribe - it’s free - at the bottom of any story.
Lexus Song Quest: celebrating young singers
With the much-anticipated return of the Lexus Song Quest this week after a four year wait, some previous winners recall what the prestigious and career-changing contest meant to them.
When the curtain suddenly falls
What does it really mean to the performing arts when the curtain comes down without notice?