SaltWood - Anna Dunwoodie and Len Salt This musical duo was born out of a challenge. Anna Dunwoodie - harpist, teacher, arranger, composer and Len Salt - guitarist, with a day job as Thames-Coromandel District Mayor will be presenting a mix of traditional folk, modern interpretations and originals. A chance to hear instruments that have […]
Lew’s lifelong love of folk music began at the age of 16, singing in Liverpool’s folk clubs. Since then, he’s toured Germany, Holland, Poland, Switzerland, UK, Canada, and NZ, singing with Maritime Shanty Crew, also Brouhaha, PaddyMac, and High Wide & Handsome. He’s made 8 CD’s and features on Spotify. Having performed at numerous folk […]
Enda Kenny is an Irish-born songwriter who has made his home in Australia. Through ten independent albums, his thoughtful, descriptive stories have struck a chord with festival audiences worldwide. A string of early songwriting awards have led to a full time career as one of the best entertainers in the world of folk and acoustic […]
An evening of taking turns to share music and songs around the circle, joining in when you can, with harmonies on your instrument or voice. Participate or listen. The choice is yours. We’re a totally informal, small friendly group of people who like to sing and play music. This is a good place for experienced […]
Enjoy an evening filled with rich melodies, tasty chai, and vibrant energy. Introducing 'Indo-Celtic Fusion' Featuring award winning artists Basant Madhur (tablas), Hanna Wiskari (Saxophone), Sargam Madhur (Sitar) and Jon Sanders (Mandola), these musicians have worked in various music projects over many years, including most recently the Shades of Shakti concerts and Arts on Tour’s […]
WELLINGTON SEA SHANTY SOCIETY OH SO GOOD AT THE MILL! Aotearoa New Zealand's Most 'Sea Worthy' Shanty Group™ have been belting out traditional and original sea songs from Aotearoa, France, Spain, the UK and more, since time immemorial (2012). Seafarers and landlubbers from across the globe have been battered by the rousing chorus of this […]
DIANE PONZIO was born and raised in New York City, honing her performing skills in the clubs and coffeehouses of Manhattan’s Greenwich Village. She is a graduate of both the “Fame” school (The High School of Performing Arts in NYC) and the City University of New York with a degree in Mathematics. Diane’s songs blend musical […]
Welcome to the Transglobal Music Session, an interactive music workshop, open to musicians, singers and instrumentalists, and listening music enthusiasts. Discover music from around the world, share your own songs and tunes, and collaborate with others. Guest for the session is Jon Sanders. Jon is recognised as a virtuoso bouzouki player, tenor ukulele player, drop […]
Gary Óg, from Glasgow, has been one of leading figures in Irish rebel folk music for 30 years. He burst on to the scene with his first band, Éire Óg and their now iconic debut album Live at the Brazen Head influenced a generation of bands and musicians. Since then, Gary has built up a […]
The RNZPBA Auckland Centre are proud to be teaming up with tutors from the Auckland & District Pipe Band to bring you a free workshop covering topics on the following instruments: - bagpipes- snare drum- tenor & bass drum- and drum majoring Pending interest, we'll also be covering a session on grant funding, as well […]
The Ministry of Folk curates intimate live performances in a beautiful old hall halfway down Dominion Road. The venue has cabaret-style seating and you can BYO drinks and snacks. Marika Chia and Adam Ogle Marika comes from a large musical family and has been playing the violin since the age of 4. Her career started […]
Bob McNeill & Emily Roughton are two of New Zealand's best-known folk musicians. They bring their deep musical connection to Titirangi Beach Hall for a rare concert together, playing their favourite songs and tunes collected over years of playing together at festivals, stages and late into the night at kitchen tables. This is a concert […]
