Tama Waipara is an award-winning composer, singer/songwriter, musician and performer. As a singer/songwriter Tama has collaborated and performed alongside the likes of drummer Kim Thompson (Beyonce), grammy nominated American artist Emily King, NZ Jazz giant Nathan Haines and Annie Crummer. He has recorded and released several albums, the latest of which FILL UP THE SILENCE won Best Roots Album at the New Zealand Music Awards. DOORS OPEN 8:00PM.

“one of the most powerful and moving singers I’ve heard anywhere”
Nathan Haines

“Sophisticated songs and soaring vocals”
Time Out New York

“Triumph of the senses”
Blues and Soul, UK

Nau mai, haere mai and welcome to the Maoriland Hub for a very special live performance. Come see how we use Maoriland to showcase contemporary artists from film makers through to weavers and enjoy a warm-night-in at our whare with some really special guests. 

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This event is part of Matariki Lighting The Beacons Festival - a month-long arts festival stretching right across Kapiti during the month of July 2021 to celebrate Matariki.  For more info about our events at Matariki Lighting The Beacons Festival 2021, head to http://matariki.maorilandfilm.co.nz/