Tararua 'Bird Like Men' NZ Tour
Four piece ensemble, Tararua draw on personal history, the inspiration of ancient stories and knowledge, and the dark beauty of this country.
Drawing inspiration from Māori rock art depictions of bird people at the Maerewhenua site in Otago, whānau manuscripts of Tikao and kōrero from Kāi Tahu Whānui, Bird Like Men is a contemplation on migration and travel and the deeply embedded desire that draws us to return to our spiritual homelands.
In association with Chamber Music New Zealand, the Bird Like Men tour consists of a multimedia performance bringing together the artistry of Ariana Tikao, Ruby Solly, Al Fraser and Phil Boniface with visual artist, Louise Pōtiki Bryant, weaving together sound worlds from both te ao Māori and te ao Pākehā.
Tararua’s evocative music combines taonga pūoro, waiata, karakia and pūrākau (story) with a strong southern Māori influence, partnered with the western instrumental elements of the cello and double bass.
Catch Tararua on tour now. Dates are as follows:
DUNEDIN
Fri 27 May at 7.00pm
Glenroy Auditorium
CHRISTCHURCH
Sat 28 May at 7.00pm
The Great Hall
GISBORNE
Sat 9 July at 7.00pm
Lawson Field Theatre
WELLINGTON
Fri 15 July at 7.00pm
Public Trust Hall
AUCKLAND
Sat 23 July at 7.00pm
Māngere Arts Centre
