Doors: 7pm

7:30pm The Bidibids

8:30pm Hihi & The Stitchbirds

What to expect:

The Bidibids are Sarah August on banjo, Simon Carryer on cello-banjo, and Brendan Schenk on mandolin and guitar. A product of the fertile folk melting-pot that is the Wellington Folk Festival, the Bidibids were formed in late-night jam sessions in a shared cabin. The Bidibids explore what it means to play folk music in New Zealand. You’ll hear classic New Zealand folk songs, contemporary Kiwi covers, as well as original music. Their covers look for different angles and fresh perspectives on well-known songs, or celebrations of under-appreciated gems. Their originals draw from traditional folk roots but combine this with off-beat structures and adventurous arrangements. The band is always looking for that blend of the familiar and the new, that feeling of recognition and belonging but also reinterpretation and revelation that makes folk music so exciting. Soaring vocals, sweet harmonies and some slick playing round out the set, and ensure everyone will find something to enjoy.

Hihi & The Stitchbirds are an exciting new 5- piece musical experiment, based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. The band pride themselves on their eclectic collection of musical instruments - banjo ukulele and shruti box to name just two. Pairing rich vocal harmonies with vibrant songs from the folk and Americana playbooks, this band brings something to delight everyone.

Venue information:

The Upstairs Bar and Smoked and Pickled Restaurant will be open from 3pm, to book a table for pre-show kai email Alice at smokednpickled@gmail.com”

Please note: Vogelmorn Upstairs is not a wheelchair accessible building. There is an accessible bathroom in the space. This is an all ages venue but those under the age of 16 must be
accompanied by a designated adult after 8pm.

The Vogelmorn Precinct is a community space located in a residential area. With that in mind, the team ask that you be kind to others and that when you leave the gig, you do so quietly to avoid disturbing our neighbours.