NEW ZEALAND ARIA PRESENTS
Coombes Johnston BMW New Zealand Aria Finals Night

Ten exceptional singers. One prestigious final. The Auckland Philharmonia live in Rotorua.

Experience the excitement of Finals Night as 10 outstanding singers take to the stage to compete for a share of a $41,000 prize pool in the prestigious New Zealand Aria Competition.

In a rare opportunity for Rotorua audiences, the finalists will perform live with the Auckland Philharmonia, bringing the extraordinary sound and power of a full professional orchestra to the Sir Howard Morrison Centre.

This year also marks a special milestone for the New Zealand Aria, celebrating 80 years since the competition began in 1946 and the 79th Festival of Song.

For 80 years, the New Zealand Aria has been a platform for exceptional vocal talent, helping launch the careers of singers who have gone on to perform on stages around the world.