2008 Winners Tour - Bella Hristova

Bella Hristova and Michael HoustounBella Hristova, the winner of the 2007 Michael Hill International Violin Competition, toured New Zealand under the auspices of Chamber Music New Zealand.

"... the two central movements revealed Hristova and Irons as a consummate duo..." - William Dart, New Zealand Herald (2008).

Bella's performances included Concerti with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, as well as 15 recitals with New Zealand pianists Michael Houstoun and Diedre Irons.

"...Hristova, Volmer and the APO were a memorable team..." - William Dart, New Zealand Herald (2008).


Visit Bella's Blog to read about her New Zealand adventures and impressions.



The Michael Hill International Violin Competition 2008 Winner’s Tour is made possible through the exceptional collegiality with partners, Chamber Music New Zealand, the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, and the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.

In addition to the generosity shown by our sponsors, we wish to thank the following companies for their support of the 2008 Winner's Tour: Jucy Rentals, Party Plus, The Quadrant Hotel Auckland & Touch of Spice.


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