Common Folk

The Transglobal Ensemble @ World of Cultures

Ellen Melville Centre Freyberg Square, Courthouse Ln, Auckland Central, Auckland, New Zealand

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 ... Read more

Koha

Nano Stern @ Takapuna War Memorial Hall

Takapuna War Memorial Hall 3 Gibbons Road, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand

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 ... Read more

CultureFest @ World of Cultures

Mount Roskill War Memorial Park 8 May Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland, New Zealand

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 ... Read more

Free

Basant Madhur Ensemble ft. Hanna Wiskari @ Pah Homestead

The Arts House Trust, Pah Homestead 72 Hillsborough Road, Hillsborough, New Zealand

Basant Madhur Ensemble consists of Basant Madhur & Akhil Madhur-Tabla, Sargam Madhur-Sitar, These musicians have all been trained in the traditional form of Indian Classical music and have been playing and performing both individually and together for many years. Together they present a unique musical experience for audiences. Individually and collectively the artists have received ... Read more

$25 – $35

Sonia & Nigel @ The Bunker

Devonport Folk Music Club The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, Auckland, New Zealand

Sonia and Nigel are a multi-cultural acoustic duo featuring French-American Paris-born Sonia Wilson on vocals & ukulele and Kiwi-American virtuoso musician Nigel Gavin on 7-string guitar.

$20

Echoes of Persia Ava Ensemble Live (Australia)

The PumpHouse Theatre 2A Manurere Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand

Echoes of Persia will bring Iranian music to the stage. This concert will feature authentic Persian melodies reimagined in a fresh, modern style with a unique approach.

$60 – $85

Street music in Mt Eden Village with Sonia & Nigel

Enjoy some easy-listening street music in Mt Eden Village which will be performed by Sonia and Nigel. They can be found outside 412 Mt Eden Rd (between Sal's Pizza Mt Eden and The Lash Room Mt Eden). Pop by to enjoy the music between 6pm - 8pm on Sat 17th May which coincides with Mt ... Read more

Medena Ensemble – The Daughters Of Orpheus @ Ellen Melville Centre

Ellen Melville Centre Freyberg Square, Courthouse Ln, Auckland Central, Auckland, New Zealand

Aotearoa’s premier Bulgarian Folklore Vocal Ensemble, lead by Tui Mamaki, present their new collection of exquisite a capella offerings - carrying song threads from afar, with a longstanding passion for, and dedication to, the craft. The Daughters of Orpheus is a vibrant feminine tapestry of traditional Bulgarian song, where classic choral arrangements rub shoulders with ... Read more

$20 – $100

Raga & Rhythm @ Chinmaya Nikunj

Chinmaya Nikunj 63 McKenzie Rd, Māngere, Auckland, New Zealand

Welcome to the official launch Concert of Raga & Rhythm, a vibrant new youth ensemble dedicated to celebrating the timeless beauty of Traditional Indian Music. This special evening marks the beginning of a journey rooted in rich rhythms and soulful melodies.The event will also feature captivating presentations by the talented students of Sargam School of ... Read more

$25 – $35

Niko Ne Zna Live @ Dalmatian Cultural Society

Dalmatian Cultural Society 10 New North Road, Eden Terrace, Auckland, New Zealand

Catch Niko Ne Zna's explosive Balkan Brass sound live at the Dalmatian Cultural Society for a one-night-only event. This isn’t just a concert — it’s a full-immersion experience. Think bold brass, infectious rhythms, and a dance floor that won’t quit. Trumpets, trombones, saxophone, sousaphone, drums, percussion and vocals! The 9-piece band have firmly cemented themselves ... Read more

$40

Rhythm School Ensemble of Indian Music @ Balmoral Community Hall

Balmoral Community Hall 252 -254 Balmoral Road, Mt Albert, Auckland, New Zealand

Join us for an enchanting Indian music concert featuring the Rhythm School Ensemble, showcasing the next generation of North Indian music stars! Experience a diverse range of performances including classical, semi-classical, Sufi, instrumental, and Geet-Ghazal music. You will hear north Indian vocal performances, Sitar recitals, Rubab and tabla jugalbandi, and many mesmerising performances.

$23.25

The Medenki of Medena Ensemble

Harmony Hall 4 Wynyard St, Devonport, Auckland, New Zealand

Aotearoa’s premier Bulgarian Folklore Vocal Ensemble, present their new collection of exquisite acapella offerings - carrying song threads from afar with a longstanding passion for, and a dedication to, the craft. This performance is a vibrant feminine tapestry of traditional Bulgarian song, where classic choral arrangements rub shoulders with obscure rural treasures. This song cycle ... Read more

$30