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Upbeat for Friday 12 May 2017
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Kenny Barron’s jazz vibe
1:40 PM.Legendary American Jazz pianist Kenny Barron is coming to Christchurch as part of the International Jazz and Blues Festival at the end of this month. It’s the first time he’s performed in New Zealand… Read more Audio
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The history of Indians in New Zealand
1:20 PM.Poignant and emotive piece Swabhoomi: Borrowed Earth tells the history of Indian immigrants in New Zealand. Prayas Theatre Company traces the first Indians to arrive in New Zealand, follows their… Read more Audio
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Lisa Reihana in Venice
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New Zealand’s Pavilion at the Venice Biennale has been opened at the Biennale hub, the Arsenale. Artist Lisa Reihana arrived at the opening in Venice’s biggest gondola. Correspondent Vincent… Read more Audio
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Salina Fisher sets her sights on New York
10:00 PM.What does it take to get into one of the most prestigious music institutions in world? Composer Salina Fisher reveals where she will study a Master of Music in composition later this year. Read more Audio
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