Baby Baroque Free Kids' Concert! Te Manawa, Massey

"Come, Play Ruby May!" Join NZ Barok and Friends for a free, fun, dynamic one-hour concert for children aged 0-6 years.

By NZ Barok Orchestra

Date and time

Location

Te Manawa

11 Kohuhu Lane Auckland, Auckland 0814 New Zealand

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour

Join NZ Barok to hear the story of Ruby May and her little brother Tamati, two tamariki with big imaginations. Introduce the children in your lives to the beautiful sounds of baroque music! Wave a scarf to a minuet, shake a shaker to a march and enjoy a happy music-filled hour. This concert is most suitable for children aged 0-6 years. Book your free tickets today!

NZ Barok would like to thank Te Manawa, Auckland Council Creative Communities NZ, Henderson/Massey Local Board, Dame Jenny Gibbs, Athena Trust, the Sutton Family and Friends of NZ Barok for their support of this event.

Frequently asked questions

How will my child participate in the concert?

Children get to wave scarves, march, shake shakers, sing and dance. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to take part too. After the concert children can try playing smaller violins & cellos and get up close to the recorder, trumpet, bassoon, double bass and percussion to listen and ask questions.

Can I bring a baby into the space in a stroller or car seat?

If the event is booked out there will be a staff member looking after strollers just outside the venue door. If there is room you will be able to take them in for babies and toddlers.

If I am unable to attend can I cancel my tickets?

Yes you can, either by going into the Eventbrite booking and cancelling or by emailing us at contact@nzbarok.org.nz . Then we can make them available to anyone on the waiting list.

Do I need to book free tickets for adults only or for my children as well?

You need to book tickets for everyone attending, adults and children.

What instruments will be played in the concert?

Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Recorder, Oboe, Trumpet, Bassoon and Percussion

Is the concert seated and do we have specific seats?

There is a limited amount of seating for those unable to sit on the floor. The majority of those attending will sit on the floor. The audience can choose where they sit. There is no allocated seating. If you would like to bring a cushion please do.

Organized by

NZ Barok Orchestra

Comprising leading baroque specialists from all over Aoteroa New Zealand, NZ Barok performs using instruments and playing styles of the period, breathing fresh life and vitality into baroque and classical masterpieces and lesser-known musical treasures from the 18th century.

 Audience Feedback: Baby Baroque Kids' Concerts

 “We hope there will be more concerts just like this in the future. My daughter was particularly inspired and is currently learning the violin”

“Thank you for a wonderful concert yesterday – My son was in such a buzzy mood all afternoon thanks to the great music and open atmosphere. It would be great to see NZ Barok do this again.”

 "Thanks so much for a fab concert on Saturday! It's perfectly designed for kids, with storytelling and lots of play mixed in with the music."

FreeJul 11 · 11:30 AM GMT+12