Music at Midday: Mark Laurent & Brenda Liddiard Mark and Brenda present an eclectic mix of material that can be ‘pin drop’ delicate, or sound like a full band! They sometimes pepper their sets with short bursts of poetry and stories of a road well travelled. Mark Laurent plays the blues like his life depends on ... Read more
Cultural dance from Denmark, Iran, Chile, Romania, Bulgaria, China, Scotland, England, Colombia and Finland on show, with opportunity to join in! Delicious food for sale. Gold Coin donation at the door. Doors open 5.30pm. Event until 9.30pm.
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
Irish session, 4 to 7pm every Sunday
Balfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
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.
Club nights are always fun at the Auckland Bluegrass Club. It is the chance for everyone to get out their instruments in front of a sympathetic and encouraging audience. You can try out those new songs you’ve been learning, or perhaps old favourites you’ve been relearning. Better still, bluegrass is a social music, so grab ... Read more
Dave MacMillan is a Melbourne-based folk and blues artist performing solo with acoustic guitar.His songs draw on traditional influences while keeping a contemporary feel, creating a sound that is both familiar and personal. His performances are relaxed and adaptable, working equally well in small acoustic settings and on festival stages. Acoustic folk artist performing original, ... Read more
Experience an electrifying cultural dance challenge where performers from at least two different cultures come together to present a bold and spectacular fusion of movement, rhythm and storytelling. Enjoy vibrant international food stalls and captivating performances as we celebrate diversity, creativity and global unity.
Come along to for a relaxed, welcoming afternoon of music-sharing and connection. Bring a waiata, a folk song, a drum pattern, a melody you love or simply come to listen and be part of the circle. Free sessions - all welcome!
Melbourne based Dave McMillan is known for his bluesy, soulful voice & dynamic guitar. He performs the music of Clapton, Dylan, Cocker, Ray Charles and many others from that era as well as some of his own compositions. Tickets at the door.
Irish session, 4 to 7pm every Sunday