Love Square Friday, 7th November. 7:30 p.m.

Last time these musicians played the hottest joint on the slopes of Pirongia something truly beguiling unfolded. The melding of acoustic instruments with the unique Sound Lounge ambience elevated the music. “Paula creates this environment….a beautiful audience and an amazing room… I mean, we’d better bring our A-game to this legendary joint.” Says band leader Nick Atkinson. “Often you can hear a pin drop, other times it can get a little rowdy with the crowd whooping and carrying on. It’s an adventure playing here and it sometimes feels as though the people gathered are hanging on every note and brushstroke. Playing the Te Pahū Sound Lounge is an absolute highlight of our calendar. We’re very lucky to perform here in front of such a well-informed crowd.“

Nick Atkinson’s passion project Love Square brings together his two favourite musicians and Come Together band-mates drummer Alistair Deverick and multi-instrumentalist Finn Scholes. This trio will take you on a world-girdling jazz journey featuring compositions and classics inspired by the rhythms of Ethiopia and Nigeria along with the latin sounds of Peruvian Cumbia and Bolivian Chi-Cha. Expect reggae horns coupled to the intensity of an underground New York jazz club. They’re bringing their latest sets from their new album The Lighthouse so don’t miss out!

A Venue for House Concerts

Admission by invitation, for tickets please email Wayne & Paula

We’re pleased to offer our home to present live music in Te Pahū. As well as concerts we’ve also enjoyed theatre performances and art exhibitions.

We’ve been entertained by a wide range of musical styles – and been wowed by the amazing skills and musicality of the travelling minstrals.

It’s the home of Sylvia’s Toaster ukulele band, and practices are held here most Wednesdays.

When not in use for performances the room is our lounge – however it was built for use as a small theatre, music room and library. There are good acoustics by way of its shape and use of irregular sized timber, and shelves of books. There’s a projector and stage lights. Seating is casual – lounge suites, chairs, some old theatre seats, beanbags and carpets.

Audience size has ranged from about 15 to over 80. Entrance is by donation – all proceeds go to the performers.

There is a housetruck, small caravan and room available for accomodation.

Admission by invitation, for tickets please email Wayne & Paula

Here are flyers and photos from some of the shows