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Kia ora koutou, Ethno New Zealand is back after a two-year break! We are excited to welcome musicians to the 7th edition of Ethno in Aotearoa New Zealand, taking place 22-31 January 2027. Ethno New Zealand is an intercultural music gathering for musicians aged 18–30, bringing together participants from Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world. During the gathering, participants will: Teach and learn traditional music from one another guided by Artistic Mentors Share cultural experiences and musical traditions Take part in workshops and collaborative sessions Create new musical arrangements together Perform and share their music with a wider audience, including at the iconic Auckland Folk Festival Only 20 places are available, so we encourage you to apply early. The participation fee includes: Workshops and musical activities Performances Accommodation Meals Transport for the duration of Ethno New Zealand We can’t wait to welcome you to Ethno New Zealand in January 2027!

Come along for an afternoon of intercultural music-sharing — bring a song, a rhythm, an instrument, or just your listening ears. These sessions are about connection, collaboration, and community. Dates (Sundays): 15 March 2026 19 April 2026 17 May 2026 21 June 2026 16 August 2026 20 September 2026 18 October 2026 15 November 2026 — Transglobal Concert (Finale!) 📍 Location: This will be updated asap ​Free Entry

Step into Matariki with four days of music, learning, and deep connection — with each other and the whenua. This residency is for musicians who want to grow their skills in intercultural music-making and group facilitation, drawing on Ethno music pedagogy from the wider Ethno World movement. What’s included: Ethno-inspired sessions with experienced facilitators Tools for holding space in group settings Inclusive music practice and intercultural approaches Plenty of jamming, sharing, kai, and connection Time to ground into the land and community as we enter the Māori New Year Who is this experience for? ​Open to musicians of all ages and backgrounds — especially great for: People working in music education Music professionals Musicians from communities less represented in the Aotearoa music scene​ Learning outcomes By the end of the residency, participants will have had opportunities to: Deepen their skills in intercultural music-sharing and collaborative music-making Explore peer to peer based learning and Ethno-inspired approaches to sharing and learning music in group setting Strengthen skills and build confidence to support inclusive participation and welcoming diverse musical backgrounds in creative learning spaces Experience practical tools for facilitating music with others (in classrooms, community groups, ensembles, and informal settings) Reflect on their own practice, positionality, and ways of working in intercultural contexts Connect with other musicians, educators, and facilitators in a supportive learning community We know everyone comes with different goals - this residency is designed to support both personal growth and professional learning. ✅ Only 20 spaces available (registration essential) 📍 Aio Wira Retreat Centre: https://www.aiowira.org.nz