Orchestral manoeuvres in the dark

Coronet Peak will host ‘SYNTHONY in the Snow’ on 19 August, lighting up the winter night with electronic dance music, a live orchestra, DJs and vocalists.
The as a Night Ski event will feature an immersive light, laser, and visual show as the performers reimagine iconic club anthems.
SYNTHONY, which has the Queenstown App as a sponsor, follows a similar event in the Auckland Domain in April.
Coronet Peak manager Nigel Kerr said he was looking forward to the event hitting the slopes.
“SYNTHONY in the Snow is something totally unique and special for Coronet Peak and we’re really excited to be hosting a concert of such epic proportions,” he says.
“We’re looking forward to being able to offer the first ever event of this kind on snow - welcoming locals and visitors alike.”
SYNTHONY in the Snow combines a live orchestra with electronic dance music, vocalists, instrumentalists and DJs.
Duco Touring director David Higgins says: “It will be incredibly exciting to see SYNTHONY in a world first on Coronet Peak.
“SYNTHONY is a celebration of life, love, and the extraordinary power of music. We’re delighted to collaborate with Coronet Peak and Manuka Pharm in delivering SYNTHONY in the Snow - it will be an unrivalled and unforgettable experience.”
Led by conductor Emma Featherstone, the SYNTHONY Orchestra, along with vocalists, instrumentalists, and world-class DJs, takes audiences on a captivating journey through the dance anthems of the last 30 years.
SYNTHONY has garnered international acclaim and has become a must-see event for music enthusiasts around the world.
Ticket packages include a Night Ski Pass at Coronet Peak and are available now at various prices. Season pass holders can buy GA tickets for $99, or $150 (guaranteed access to front of stage and exclusive bars).