Pomahaka-Tyne are a folk duo who perform traditional and contemporary songs and tunes from North-East England, Scotland, Ireland, America and beyond. Janet Thomson sings and plays guitar, alongside Helen Douglas who plays the Northumbrian Small Pipes and a variety of whistles. We are named, 'Pomahaka Tyne', after our home-town rivers.
Nigel Gavin has been a guitarist and composer for over three decades and has taught both for two decades. He was a founder of Gitbox Rebellion, NZ's own Guitar Orchestra. For Nigel’s Music at Midday he will be joined by special guests to perform ‘4 Strings Sing.’ - a uke-centric music ensemble born out of […]
Drop in and enjoy an afternoon of live music from around the globe at the Grey Lynn Library Hall with the Auckland Mandolinata Orchestra.
Get ready to celebrate Onehunga’s incredible diversity with Music on the Mall, a free, family-friendly, multicultural street party. Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere including multi-cultural stage performances, kids' entertainment, interactive workshops, and a bustling mix of community and retail stalls. Savour mouthwatering flavours from local eateries in a dedicated covered dining zone, perfect for […]
Auckland Council’s World of Cultures and Arts Connections Oceania proudly presents: The Transglobal Ensemble! Come and enjoy a musical journey from around the world! Experience a pop up collaboration with musicians from culturally diverse backgrounds residing here in Tāmaki Makaurau and Aotearoa New Zealand. This is an intercultural project where musicians from various traditions and backgrounds […]
Nano Stern Live in Auckland – A Night of Chilean Folk and Latin American Soul Don’t miss the chance to experience Nano Stern, one of the most celebrated voices in modern Latin American music, live in Auckland! Praised by folk legend Joan Baez as “the best Chilean singer-songwriter of his generation”, Nano Stern brings over 20 years […]
Three excellent five-piece bands lined up for your listening pleasure. Firstly, The Pipi Pickers who have become firm favourites at New Zealand and Australian music festivals. They play a joyous vibrant blend of hard driving trad and contemporary bluegrass that puts a smile on everyone’s face. Nat Torkington is New Zealand’s premier Scruggs-style banjo player […]
Immerse yourself at CultureFest. One day. One place. Endless experiences. Discover a vibrant tapestry of cultures, traditions, and tastes at our extraordinary festival. With over 100 captivating stalls, you'll embark on a global culinary journey, explore stunning arts and crafts, and indulge in unique fair trade goods. Unleash your senses: Savour the world: Delight your […]
Paul Brown has been agitating the Auckland folk scene for the past 15years since his arrival in Aotearoa.Hailing from Dundee in Scotland Paul has a vast store of Scottish urban working-class songs which he sings with great gusto at the slightest opportunity. Paul sings with his audience, not to them, so singing choruses is compulsory!So, […]
Regular club night at the bunker. Bring your songs and tunes to add to the list or just come to listen. $5 members, $8 non-members
Rocky Bay Folk Club are thrilled to present ethnomusicologist and performer of 19th century Lancashire dialect and Victorian street ballads, Jennifer Reid. Folk music has lost its way, and people have lost track of their geographical heritage. The working classes made music as a provocation and this is a tradition Jennifer continues: think rousing songs […]
Aotearoa-based folk duo Moon Goose are excited to embark on their first tour in April 2025, bringing their debut EP On the Island, Where our Shadows Lie to audiences across the motu. The tour will showcase their enchanting blend of Celtic-inspired folk music, featuring both traditional songs from the British Isles and original compositions that celebrate nature, friendship, and […]
