Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Work smarter with a Pro licence Learn More

Art & Entertainment | Book Reviews | Education | Entertainment Video | Health | Lifestyle | Sport | Sport Video | Search

 

Canterbury Pianist Pays Tribute to the Fallen


Canterbury Pianist Pays Tribute to the Fallen


Watch on Facebook // Watch on YouTube

Canterbury pianist Kris Baines has released a captivating new rendition of the New Zealand National Anthem, in honour of those who served and gave their lives in combat. Filmed in a variety of stunning locations around Canterbury, the video also includes a touching war memorial scene in which a father shares the legacy of a fallen great grandfather.

Baines says reflective music and natural beauty are combined in the video to better communicate the depth of feeling behind the words to ‘God Defend New Zealand’. “I have a great love for our national anthem, and find its key themes of divine defence and freedom a fitting tribute to those who fought and died for that freedom.”

The video has been endorsed by WW100, the national group arranging World War One centennial events throughout New Zealand, and has gained over 6,000 views within the first three days on Facebook. Baines, who writes and records solo piano compositions from his Canterbury-based studio, says the video has received heartfelt comments and endorsements from Kiwis and non-Kiwis alike.


Advertisement - scroll to continue reading

Are you getting our free newsletter?

Subscribe to Scoop’s 'The Catch Up' our free weekly newsletter sent to your inbox every Monday with stories from across our network.

© Scoop Media

Advertisement - scroll to continue reading
 
 
 
Culture Headlines | Health Headlines | Education Headlines

 
 
 
 
 
 

LATEST HEADLINES

  • CULTURE
  • HEALTH
  • EDUCATION
 
 
  • Wellington
  • Christchurch
  • Auckland
 
 
 

Join Our Free Newsletter

Subscribe to Scoop’s 'The Catch Up' our free weekly newsletter sent to your inbox every Monday with stories from across our network.