Bringing together the soul-stirring vocals of Aotearoa’s most-awarded solo artist with a 50-piece professional orchestra, the Bic Runga with Auckland Phil concert on Saturday 6 September will be an exceptional evening of musical fusion.
Featuring Bic Runga performing many of her beloved songs alongside brand-new music, reimagined together with the power of the Auckland Phil, this will be a defining concert for many; one that reconnects us with our past, brings us together in the present and creates beautiful memories for our future.
Kiwi singer-songwriter Bic Runga’s (Ngāti Kahungunu, Rongomaiwahine) iconic tracks have woven themselves into the country’s cultural tapestry for more than two decades, including beloved classics like ‘Something Good’, ‘Precious Things’ and ‘Bursting Through’. Hearing these performed with a full-strength Auckland Phil, her first show with a live orchestra in over 20 years, will be an evening to remember.
Since the release of her first single ‘Drive’ in 1996, Bic Runga has been awarded almost every musical honour in New Zealand, including the prestigious APRA Silver Scroll songwriting award and the most Tui Awards (New Zealand Music Awards) won by any individual.
Bic’s debut album Drive was certified seven times platinum. The follow up, Beautiful Collision in 2002, was certified an incredible 11 times platinum and featured the hits ‘Get Some Sleep’, ‘Something Good’ and ‘Listening for the Weather’. In January 2006, Runga was made a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) and in 2023 she received the Rolling Stone Icon Award.
Add this sensational concert to the soundtrack of your life. Book your tickets now at aucklandphil.nz or Ticketmaster.
Bic Runga with Auckland Phil
7.30pm, Saturday 6 September 2025
Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre
Bic Runga with Auckland Phil is proudly supported by Coast FM and Auckland Live.
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