Phoenix Foundation + NZSO

To celebrate their 20th year The Phoenix Foundation have joined forces with the NZSO.

The Phoenix Foundation is one of New Zealand's most distinctive bands. Formed in Wellington in the late-90s, they have been lauded here and overseas.

Drawing from their extensive and acclaimed back catalogue, The Phoenix Foundation and Orchestra will perform unique arrangements of audience favourites and deep album cuts.

It will also be a rare opportunity to hear their soundtrack work performed live with Hamish McKeich conducting.

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