Music

A live symphony orchestra is Synthony's magical element

12:30 pm on 25 November 2020

Auckland Symphony Orchestra at Spark Arena Photo: Supplied

Synthony is a 100% NZ production that's attracting new audiences to orchestral performance.

The unique concept is a melding of electronic dance music and hip-hop with the sound of a full symphony orchestra and an immersive light, laser and visual spectacle; it consistently plays to sell-out shows.

Synthony at Spark Arena Photo: Supplied

Upbeat caught up with Synthony co-founder and producer Erika Amoore, and music arranger Ryan Youens to talk about the bringing together of these two different worlds and the success they've had with the concept.

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Synthony begins its Summer Tour on December 12th at Claudelands Arena, Hamilton.