Shan Liu impresses at Manukau Symphony's season launch

The Manukau Symphony Orchestra launched its 2025 season with a concert titled "The Resolute." The event featured Rossini's Barber of Seville overture, showcasing the orchestra's ambition and skill under conductor Uwe Grodd. Shan Liu, a 14-year-old pianist, performed Tchaikovsky's First Piano Concerto. His performance combined confidence and flair, particularly in the first movement. However, his youth was evident in the more emotional sections of the piece.