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Date Te rā me te wā
14 Dec 2024
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Price Utu hoko
Free event
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Location Te wāhi
Aotea Square | Aotea – Te Papa Tū Wātea -
More info He pārongo atu anō
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Come along to Aotea Square for a toe-tapping, tinsel-filled brass extravaganza. With a blend of brass, Tongan charm and angelic harmonies, let the Maamaloa Brass Band and Chamber Choir whisk you away to a holiday paradise, perfect for the sunny festive season.
About Maamaloa Brass Band A.K.A MBB & Chamber Choir
Maamaloa Brass Band A.K.A MBB is a Tongan community band based in Auckland. It was established in 2021 under the Tupou College Aotearoa Ex-student Organisation Society, and are a non-profit organisation. They have performed in events such as the Pasifika Festival, Aoniu Festival, Tonga day, Mega Vax Pasifika at Mt Smart Stadium, church functions, Auckland Community Xmas tour and more. MBB is made up 50+ professional musicians under Music Director Kalino Pongi.
A Chamber Choir has been established where they are able to expand their brass sound with vocal harmonies, which was debuted at the Musika Moana Choir Competition in September 2024.
Proudly supported by Auckland Council and the city centre targeted rate.
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira
Aotea Square is located in the city centre, a 15-minute walk from Britomart station. If you're driving, affordable parking can be found in the Civic Car Park, directly beneath the square.
Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe
Grab a drink and catch a show at Basement Theatre. Hidden away on a back street behind Aotea Square, this intimate space empowers emerging artists and creatives to push the boundaries of theatre, art, music, and dance.
