Gala Concert - Rodger Fox Big Band w/ Hollie Smith & David Becker
$26.00 – $51.00
The Rodger Fox Big Band needs no introduction to Palmy audiences. Formed 52 years ago by the late Kiwi jazz icon Rodger Fox CNZM, it has performed to many thousands of kiwis and overseas audiences, appearing at major jazz festivals around the globe.
In this gala concert, the RFBB is joined by beloved Kiwi singer/songwriter Hollie Smith and Emmy & Grammy nominated U.S. jazz guitarist David Becker.
David Becker is a celebrated guitarist, composer, producer, author & educator, and has shared the stage with the likes of Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Michael Brecker and many more. He has performed in some of the most prestigious venues through out the world and at many international jazz festivals.
Hollie is one of Aotearoa’s most recognizable artists of the 21st century. For over 20 years, she has cemented herself as an acclaimed solo artist and an accomplished collaborator, becoming an integral voice in the local music scene. Alongside three #1 debuting solo albums, Hollie has scooped numerous awards, accolades, and acclaim, and seen her voice become part of many iconic moments in New Zealand music history. Hollie has made guest appearances on offical cover albums for Crowded House, Bob Marley and Herbs, as well as contributions to multiple charity releases for organisations such as Women's Refuge, the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation, Starship Hospital and Cure Kids.
In 2016 Smith’s third solo album Water or Gold, saw her notch yet another #1 album as well as New Zealand Music Award nominations for Album of the Year and Best Female Solo Artist. Following the release of ‘Water Or Gold’, Smith has continued to grow and contribute as an artist. More recently Hollie guested on the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown hit ‘Stay’ with an all-star line up that featured Stan Walker, Ria Hall, Kings, Troy Kingi and many more.
In 2021 Hollie worked alongside Don McGlashan again for the TVNZ series Waiata : Anthems, on an episode that documented the making of a bilingual te reo Māori version of ‘Bathe In the River’, titled ‘Korukutia’.
After a five year break, Hollie now returns with her fourth solo album, Coming In From The Dark which further showcases her powerful voice and emotive songwriting and sees her collaborating with some of New Zealand’s top musicians, including the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, TEEKS, Sole Mio and Raiza Biza.
Hollie has well and truly confirmed her status as one of Aotearoa’s most beloved, esteemed and prolific artists as she enters her third decade as an artist and musician.
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In this gala concert, the RFBB is joined by beloved Kiwi singer/songwriter Hollie Smith and Emmy & Grammy nominated U.S. jazz guitarist David Becker.
David Becker is a celebrated guitarist, composer, producer, author & educator, and has shared the stage with the likes of Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Michael Brecker and many more. He has performed in some of the most prestigious venues through out the world and at many international jazz festivals.
Hollie is one of Aotearoa’s most recognizable artists of the 21st century. For over 20 years, she has cemented herself as an acclaimed solo artist and an accomplished collaborator, becoming an integral voice in the local music scene. Alongside three #1 debuting solo albums, Hollie has scooped numerous awards, accolades, and acclaim, and seen her voice become part of many iconic moments in New Zealand music history. Hollie has made guest appearances on offical cover albums for Crowded House, Bob Marley and Herbs, as well as contributions to multiple charity releases for organisations such as Women's Refuge, the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation, Starship Hospital and Cure Kids.
In 2016 Smith’s third solo album Water or Gold, saw her notch yet another #1 album as well as New Zealand Music Award nominations for Album of the Year and Best Female Solo Artist. Following the release of ‘Water Or Gold’, Smith has continued to grow and contribute as an artist. More recently Hollie guested on the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown hit ‘Stay’ with an all-star line up that featured Stan Walker, Ria Hall, Kings, Troy Kingi and many more.
In 2021 Hollie worked alongside Don McGlashan again for the TVNZ series Waiata : Anthems, on an episode that documented the making of a bilingual te reo Māori version of ‘Bathe In the River’, titled ‘Korukutia’.
After a five year break, Hollie now returns with her fourth solo album, Coming In From The Dark which further showcases her powerful voice and emotive songwriting and sees her collaborating with some of New Zealand’s top musicians, including the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, TEEKS, Sole Mio and Raiza Biza.
Hollie has well and truly confirmed her status as one of Aotearoa’s most beloved, esteemed and prolific artists as she enters her third decade as an artist and musician.
Find out more about the Manawatu Jazz & Blues Festival