Puoro Unplugged
A night of acoustic magic
Puoro Unplugged
Puoro Unplugged
Venue: The Mighty, Mighty
Date: Wednesday 29 October
Time: 8.30pm
Tickets for Puoro Unplugged are on sale now at Ticketek.
From the hearts, mouths, hands and souls of acoustic Maori musicians comes a night of pure musical magic you won’t want to miss. Puoro unplugged features an eclectic line-up of experienced and classically trained Maori musicians.
Puoro Unplugged Line-up
Billy TK
Billy TK
Regarded as one of New Zealand’s greatest guitarists, Billy TK has been wooing crowds since the 1960s. While his guitar-playing still reflects the early influence of Jimi Hendrix, he often plays softer grooves these days, influenced by his spiritual journeys and the music of Carlos Santana and John McLaughlin. Billy TK (Ngati Kahungunu, Ngati Porou) is dedicated to his craft, his Ratana faith and Maori people. To find out more about his musical career and his life, go to www.wordworx.co.nz/BillyTK.htm
Timua Brennan
Timua Brennan
Timua Brennan (Te Arawa, Ngati Tuwharetoa, Ngai Tahu) is one of New Zealand’s leading sopranos. She has travelled and performed in Italy, Hong Kong, Japan and all the major cities in New Zealand. Timua is a highly acclaimed Maori vocalist and performer. Read full profile...
Rodger Cunningham
Rodger Cunningham
Rodger Cunningham (Te Arawa/Ngati Raukawa) is a versatile musician who sings, plays the bass, keyboards, drums and lead guitar. He’ll play any type of music from traditional Maori instruments to hard rock and everything in between. He’s been recording music and performing live for more than 20 years. He’s in high demand as a lead guitarist. For more information on Rodger, go to www.rodgercunningham.com
Steve Rangihuna
Steve Rangihuna
Steve Rangihuna (Ngati Porou) is a formally trained jazz guitarist who completed his studies in Australia. He has performed extensively throughout Australia, New Zealand and Brazil, where he lived for six years. In more recent times, he’s played regularly with a number of top New Zealand musicians, in particular jazz diva Whirimako Black. While he can turn his hand to any jazz style, his favourite groove is bebop.
Tickets for Puoro Unplugged are available at Ticketek or at The Mighty, Mighty on the night.