Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Rakuto Kurano composed 'Fantasy for Viola & Piano' with, “the intention of highlighting the viola’s rich tonal palette and impressive range.” He is joined by violist Abby Wheeler for this performance at The Piano (Ōtautahi Christchurch), as seen in this SOUNZ Film.

Audio by Alex van den Broek. Filmed by Chris Watson for SOUNZ. Film funded by NZ On Air.

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