Kerikeri Centre 12th October 2008

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www.centakeri.com/WhatsUp5Sept/fpwp.htm
Proudly presents:

Fiona Pears and Band

Anyone who saw Hayley Westenra at The Centre earlier this year will remember the incredible violinist, Fiona Pears, who some would say stole the show. With the electricity she generated, the thunderous applause she received, and her warm personal connection to the audience, we knew we had to get Fiona back to The Centre at Kerikeri. We’re pleased to announce that this talented and internationally acclaimed musician will be back at The Centre to perform a full concert with her great touring band. If you haven’t seen Fiona, don’t think of her as just a violinist — she is a consummate entertainer who plays to sell-out crowds all over the world.

And it gets better still. By attending this concert you will not only enjoy a fabulous night of music but you will also be supporting the good work of Hospice in our community. This comes by way of a national partnership between Hospice and ABN Amro Craigs enabling a significant portion of ticket revenue to go to Hospice Bay of Islands. It’s a win-win situation. World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is October 11th, so your support of this concert is a great way to acknowledge the wonderful work done by Hospice.

Fiona, from Christchurch but now based in London, has forged a successful career as an international soloist and recording artist which has seen her perform at many concert halls around the world as well as recording for EMI and Universal. She will be accompanied by her talented touring band, including pianist and musical director Ian Tilley, acoustic guitarist Tyson Smith, bassist Peter Fleming, and percussionist Matt Gibb. The programme will include an eclectic mix of classical, tango, gypsy and celtic, with a taste of jazz also thrown into the mix. This will be night of soul-moving music and great entertainment, so don’t miss this premium concert!

Visit: www.fionapears.com

Event: 12th October 08 Time: 8.00pm

Duration: 2 hours Tickets: $45.00 ea;

Graeme.....Fiona made an excellent contribution to the show.
She certainly didn't steal it.

[Richard]

Hello everybody!

From The Northern Advocate...

Funds for hospice from fiery musical flavours

06.10.2008
by Lindy Laird


Fiona Pears

Flamboyant jazz violinist and composer Fiona Pears will leave a lasting impression with a concert at The Centre in Kerikeri this coming weekend.

Proceeds from the London-based New Zealander's only Northland show during her current tour will help Hospice Bay of Islands with an upgrade project. Manager Shelley Kirton said she was delighted the October 12 concert would help.

"It's nice to think that while hundreds of people are being wonderfully entertained by Fiona Pears, they will also be contributing to Hospice Bay of Islands," Ms Kirton said.

The show promises a fiery melting pot of flavours - Latin, Celtic, jazz and classical, and traditional Gypsy favourites.

In the past year the Christchurch-born violinist has performed in international jazz concerts including a Grapelli/Django tribute show with John Ethridge and a concert at the 100 Club in London for jazz great Dis Disley. She has also toured with Hayley Westenra throughout Europe, the US, New Zealand and Australia, and recorded and performed for BBC television. She is in New Zealand to promote her fourth album, Fire and Light, featuring the Prague Philharmonic.

Ms Pears said she had lost a close friend to a terminal illness, and was impressed and comforted by the support a hospice offered. "Any one of us may need the care and love that a hospice can offer," she said.

Eight pain, or morphine, pumps the BOI hospice needs to replace over the next four years cost $3000 to $4500 each. The contribution Ms Pears' concert will make has been made possible with sponsorship from the Kerikeri branch of nationwide investment advisory firm ABN AMRO Craig. Branch manager Ian Derrick said the concert enabled the firm to bring together two strands of its community partnerships - a formal national sponsorship with Hospice New Zealand and a local one with The Centre.

The Kerikeri concert falls on the day after World Hospice and Palliative Care Day.

Richard

[Richard]

Fiona has posted a review of this concert on her website: www.fionapears.com/pops/press11.htm

Richard