The scuttlebutt is true... The most seaworthy sea shanty band in the South Pacific is releasing their long-awaited 4th collection of new and old maritime bangers: 'Never Mind the Rowlocks - Here's the Wellington Sea Shanty Society'. All aboard as we set sail for the salty horizon. Prepare to be battered once again by the ... Read more
Originally from Scotland, Jean's haunting voice is well known in the Aotearoa folk scene, where she has been playing and singing for over 50 years.Accompanying herself mainly on guitar, she sings British trad., Americana, covers - anything she likes really - including her own material. Currently half of the lively duo Celtic Ferret, Jean has ... Read more
Luminata Voices proudly presents: Songs of Pasifika - Voices of Sāmoa, Tonga, Fiji & Aotearoa Special guests: Westlake Boys High School Fijian Group Experience the vibrant pulse of the Pacific as Luminata Voices presents a dedicated celebration of Pasifika choral music. From the storied shores of Sāmoa and Fiji to the contemporary sounds of Aotearoa, this performance explores the ... Read more
Step into Matariki with four days of music, learning, and deep connection - with each other and the whenua. The Transglobal Matariki Residency is a 4-day educational workshop residency hosted by Arts Connections Oceania (ACO) at Āio Wīra Retreat Centre, Te Henga. This residency is both a music gathering and an educational space - a place ... Read more
CARNAVAL LATINO AUCKLAND Celebrating the vibrant cultures of Latin America in the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau! Freyberg Square & Ellen Melville Centre, Auckland Central Join us for a lively community event bringing together the flavours, rhythms, art & traditions of Latin America. This vibrant market showcases Latin American food vendors, artisan crafts, local Latinx artists ... Read more
The shortest day is almost upon us! Ōmiha Folk Club is waking up from its winter hibernation for a midwinter gathering of traditional tunes and storytelling in the spirit of Matariki. Matariki is the Māori name for the Pleiades star cluster. Its reappearance in the midwinter dawn sky marks the beginning of the Māori New ... Read more
Jenny Kilpatrick, vocals/ bass/whistle and Tony Ricketts, vocals/guitar/songwriter are PORTABLE PANIC the PLUS is Jude Douglas, violin/vocals. Jenny and Tony have been playing music together off and on for decades, stealing the name Portable Panic from their company. Teenage Jenny was introduced to the Wellington folk scene by her big brother, and was known for singing ... Read more
Come and celebrate the Matariki season with us at MAHUTA! ✨ Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei is proud to present an unforgettable night of music, bringing together some of the best kaiwaiata of Te Ao Māori. Curated by Majic Pāora, MAHUTA is a celebration of our voices, our stories and our people. With performances by: ROB RUHA ... Read more
Do you enjoy Japanese culture, arts, and food? Do you want to learn more? The New Zealand-Japan Society of Auckland Inc. (NZJS) is hosting “Kia Ora Japan” – a celebration of Japanese arts, culture, craft, and food. This free community event will feature a programme of performers, including Haere Mai Taiko drumming group, Akane, Sakura ... Read more
CARNAVAL LATINO AUCKLAND Celebrating the vibrant cultures of Latin America in the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau! Freyberg Square & Ellen Melville Centre, Auckland Central Join us for a lively community event bringing together the flavours, rhythms, art & traditions of Latin America. This vibrant market showcases Latin American food vendors, artisan crafts, local Latinx artists ... Read more
Kevin Mayes & Rosie Whinray met through a mutual love of unaccompanied folk singing. Kev’s background farming in Sussex shaped his repertoire & style, while Rosie was brought up in the Auckland folk scene. Both now live nearer the head of the fish, in Shannon (Kev) & Wellington (Rosie). Strong solo singers in their own right, they also ... Read more
BEVERLEY AND ALAN YOUNG IN CONCERT Two luminaries of the New Zealand folk scene return to the Bunker. Expect a mix of British trad, country, blues and gospel. Door sales, tickets $20. Doors open at 7:30.