Top Irish composer Dave Flynn will bring his music to Waitomo with an upcoming house concert.
The show is on February 17 at 8pm.
Biddy Stubbs, co-owner of the Rock Retreat, says she is incredibly excited:
“Dave is an amazing classical guitarist and acoustic guitarist.
“We are so lucky to have him. He’s a really interesting guy, and very talented.”
The musician is well known in Ireland, where he has his own orchestra.
“He lives six months of the year here in New Zealand, and six months in Ireland,” Biddy said.
In his current show Celtic Guitar Journey, Dave will present guitar arrangements of Irish and Scottish traditional music, exploring the musical connections between these Celtic countries.
His programme will go through the history of Celtic music, from an ancient Irish battle march, to baroque-era harp music by Turlough O’Carolan, to 19th century reels and jigs and then some more modern compositions that he recorded on his acclaimed albums.
“There will also be some new tunes composed in New Zealand which represent new kind of traditional Irish-Kiwi music.
The concert will also highlight connections between
Irish traditional music and other countries, showing how certain types of Irish tune styles were imported from England, Scotland, Poland and Germany.
“A magical concert of guitar music new and ancient.”
Anyone interested in learning more can contact Biddy through the Rock Retreat.
RSVPs are required. Biddy expects 40 to 60 people to attend.
