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Songwriter Speaks:

Dave Dobbyn

Sunday, 6 September — 4:00pm – 5:00pm

In this special conversation Dave will be sharing tales of his career, as well as the stories behind some of his favourite work, and the inspiration of Aotearoa – the people and the place.

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I Wish I Wrote That

Saturday, 5 September — 8:00pm – 9:00pm

Four writers share a favourite song or book that they adore. Be introduced to new musical and literary gems or gain new ways of looking at old favourites.

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Ā Mua

Tuesday, 1 September — 7:00pm – 8:15pm

Multi-instrumentalist Riki Pirihi (Ngāti Wai, Patuharakeke, Ngaati Maahanga) and award-winning writer Tina Makereti (Te Ātiawa, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Rangatahi-Matakore, Pākehā) weave together sound and story, taonga pūoro and strings, in this special performance.

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