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“Frank meets Peggy” is the working title for a new project which involves the writing, arranging, producing and staging of a theatre show celebrating the songs of The Great American Songbook, seen through the eyes of three iconic artists from the era - Franks Sinatra and Miss Peggy Lee, accompanied by the sound of the Count Basie Orchestra.... Keep Reading

A show set in the grand era of a style of music that has never lost its lustre, woven together by a moving narrative, original musical arrangements, imagery and snapshots of the day. Join us to experience the songs of The Great American Songbook, as once performed by three iconic artists- Franks Sinatra, Peggy Lee, and the Count Basie... Keep Reading

Michael Houstoun with Rodger Fox Big Band with special guest Erna Ferry.You won’t find Gino Vannelli next to Van Beethoven in a list of immortal composers but you should! New Zealand’s foremost classical pianist, Michael Houstoun loves him. “I love the tunes, the harmonies, the driving rhythms, the jazz-rock feel,” Houstoun says. Join... Keep Reading

“Frank meets Peggy” is the working title for a new project which involves the writing, arranging, producing and staging of a theatre show celebrating the songs of The Great American Songbook, seen through the eyes of three iconic artists from the era - Franks Sinatra and Miss Peggy Lee, accompanied by the sound of the Count Basie Orchestra.... Keep Reading

Two of New Zealand’s best-loved musicians - classical pianist, Michael Houstoun, and foremost jazz trombonist and big band leader Rodger Fox – bring their acclaimed concert series to the Hamilton and Taupo featuring special guest, supreme jazz vocalist Erna Ferry. Hear them perform brand new jazz adaptations of classic pieces by Gino... Keep Reading