Jeff grew up on the North Shore where he learned to play the accordion as a child. The teenage Jeff realized the guitar to be a more desirable instrument at that time, but he picked up the accordion again in his 30’s to play a variety of American musical styles while living and working in ... Read more
A great show tonight with three class acts. First up, The Mollymawks are a wonderful musical duet with voice, guitar and violin creating gorgeous songs, cool covers, Irish tunes & originals. Next up is Albi, followed by Hannah, and most likely a portion of the night will feature them performing together as a duo. Albi ... Read more
Tāmaki Makaurau indie-folk group hoop. return to Devonport this May for a special Stone Oven show, part of the monthly First Thursday celebrations. Following their 2025 album Wrap Me Up in Winter, the band bring their signature blend of emotive song writing, rich strings, and genre-spanning folk influences to an intimate live setting. At the ... Read more
Ministry of Folk is thrilled to present a magical May evening, in a beautiful old hall, featuring Charles James Walker, Milly Tabak with Dave Khan, and our very own house band, hoop. Bring your favourite drinks, grab a table, and settle in for another unforgettable night of music. Charles James Walker is an independent Irish ... Read more
Come and celebrate Mother's Day with the homespun harmonies of Jean and Andrea Reid! Andrea was performing with her mum from a very early age, and although she lives in Wellington these days, they sing and play together whenever they get the chance. Titirangi Folk Music Club was always supportive and encouraging to Andrea, who ... Read more
Adam & Marika performing in Albany for one night only! This electrifying violin & guitar duo will hold your attention throughout an evening of exciting folk music. Having just released an EP you can expect to hear energetic original music, songs and more from these seasoned musicians. Intimate house concert Refreshments included Limited seating Location ... Read more
Free Irish Set Dancing session – the group goes through various traditional sets from Ireland, dances are called, all welcome. The Auckland Irish Society Clubhouse, Rocky Nook Bowling Club, Fowlds Park, Mt. Albert – First and third Thursdays each month (except Jan.) If you’re planning on coming contact: Sue and John Sheehan phone: (09) 445 ... Read more
A real treat for lovers of traditional Irish Music Your chance to hear two amazing traditional musicians on tour in New Zealand after teaching at the Ceol Aneas Irish Music Festival in Nelson. Brendan Mulholland is one of Ireland’s leading Irish wooden flute players, known internationally for his expressive playing and expert knowledge of the ... Read more
Beverley and Al Young have been leading figures in New Zealand folk and acoustic music for longer than they like to think about. At the core of their repertoires are Beverley’s British and Irish traditional music and Al’s blues, but between them they cover a wide range of acoustic and roots styles, accompanying themselves on ... Read more
Sean Sinnott, an Irishman long gone from Dublin and sporting a vast repertoire with influences including Christy Moore, Jimmy McCarthy, Eric Bogle, Paul Marks and George Melly, doing justice to them all. Well known to local audiences, Sean played for many years around the Auckland area, Tuesday nights at Albion Hotel for 13 years then ... Read more
Free Irish Set Dancing session – the group goes through various traditional sets from Ireland, dances are called, all welcome. The Auckland Irish Society Clubhouse, Rocky Nook Bowling Club, Fowlds Park, Mt. Albert – First and third Thursdays each month (except Jan.) If you’re planning on coming contact: Sue and John Sheehan phone: (09) 445 ... Read more
Good Times (Alice McLeod and Bea Parker) This month at Rafters we welcome Good Times as our guest. Alice McLeod and Bea Parker have been playing music together since 2020 when they formed a duo called 'Good Times'. With their gentle harmonies and complimentary musical styles they can often be seen making music in the ... Read more