Music

Anna Coddington

Anna Coddington is one of New Zealand’s foremost heroines of independent pop music, as is evident on her debut, selfproduced album The Lake, released in June 2008.

Faure's Requiem

Voices New Zealand Chamber Choir & Opus Orchstra

Jess Chambers & Firefly Orchestra

Born to an American mother and Kiwi father, Jess Chambers spent equal time growing up in sunny California and the chilly South Island of New Zealand before settling in Wellington and establishing herself as a solo and collaborative artist.

Kransky Sisters

After sell-out seasons and a bunch of festival awards in the U.K, Europe and Australia, the Kransky Sisters are unloading their baggage and bringing their hit show to you.

Meow Meow

International singing sensation and performance artist Meow Meow descends on the Tauranga Arts Festival in a wild journey of obsessive love songs, minor multimedia, tired old tricks and gorgeous cabaret.

Micheline

Micheline Van Hautem has captivated audiences around the world with her smouldering versions of the songs of fellow countryman Jacques Brel.

Paul McLaney

Paul McLaney has been making an impact with his critically acclaimed solo debut Edin, which garnered him a nomination for Best Male Performer at the 2007 NZ Music Awards alongside Tim Finn and Greg Johnson.

Piano Duets

Michael Houstoun is New Zealand’s leading classical pianist. Diedre Irons performs regularly with the NZSO and has presented concerts in 25 countries.

Rosy Tin Teacaddy

Rosy Tin Teacaddy are an indie-folk ensemble, based in Wellington.

Tambolele

Wonderful driving rhythms from this high-energy Brazilian group. Tambolelê have toured Brazil, Italy, Spain, Colombia and the US, and now bring their stunning performance to Tauranga.

The Mellow Drops

Melodic, adventurous, hard-hitting rock - that’s the sound of this Tauranga band, with its two Irish singer/songwriters and fine rhythm section.

The Phoenix Foundation

They’ve toured with the Finn brothers, supported Split Enz, recorded the original score to the movie Eagle Vs. Shark, released three critically acclaimed albums and this year completed a sell-out tour of the country.

Tim O'Brien Two Oceans Trio

Hailing originally from Wheeling, West Virginia, Tim O’Brien is one of the most respected bluegrass musicians and songwriter performing around the world today.

Trevor Braunias Trio

Trevor Braunias is one of the finest guitarists around.

Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra

Back by popular demand after their gig at the last festival sold out speedily and left audiences clamouring for more!