Sounds of the Sanctuary | Bushy Park

Concert Booking Information
$45.00 per ticket
To book please phone or email the Homestead directly at:
06-342-9879 / [email protected]
or pay by ibank to Dale Pullen t/a Bushy Park Homestead - 03-0498-0058698-00

Afternoon Tea
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Add in afternoon tea for an extra $12 per person. If you would like to attend the afternoon tea before the concert, please inform Bushy Park of this when you book your tickets using the information above.

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Nature lovers and music aficionados alike will have the rare opportunity to immerse themselves in a magical fusion of music and the natural world. This September the New Zealand String Quartet – Te Rōpu Tūrū o Aotearoa brings 'Sounds of the Sanctuary' to Bushy Park Tarapuruhi, Forest Sanctuary and Historic Homestead - an unforgettable experience that evokes the beauty of nature and birdsong.

The carefully curated programme begins with Gareth Farr's 'Te Kōanga,' a celebration of life and regeneration that echoes the rejuvenation of Aotearoa’s lush flora and fauna. Haydn's Op. 64, No.5, famously known as 'The Lark,' follows, with its melodies that soar like the bird, echoing the vibrant avian life that thrives within Bushy Park's protected haven. Gillian Whitehead's 'Poroporoaki' pays homage to the cultural and natural heritage of New Zealand, weaving a sonic tapestry that bridges the past and present. The concert concludes with Dvořák's String Quartet No. 12, Op. 96, the beloved 'American Quartet.' Its sweeping melodies evoke the spirit of exploration and adventure, mirroring the diverse ecosystems found within Aotearoa.

'Sounds of the Sanctuary' promises an extraordinary audience experience, celebrating New Zealand's breathtaking natural world and the power of music to connect with the beauty that surrounds us.

“Wonderful, impressive and spirited performance against a glorious backdrop of cloud forest and sunset." - Otago Daily Times (Review of 'Sounds of the Sanctuary' at Orokonui Ecosanctuary, May 2024)

Musicians: Helene Pohl, Violin I; Peter Clark, Violin II; Gillian Ansell, Viola; Rolf Gjelsten, Cello.

Photo by Latitude Creative, taken at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne