# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Rob Thorne (NZ) & Marine Simonson Wiskari (SWE) in Concert
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am
- **Event Description**: Taonga pūoro artist Rob Thorne & Swedish trio Marine/Simonson/Wiskari – A unique musical meeting of Nordic folk and Taonga pūoro. Swedish trio Marine/Simonson/Wiskari join Aotearoa artist Rob Thorne for a playful, powerful exchange of four distinct musical voices. Expect exploration of traditions, improvisation, and new music born in the moment.

Rob Thorne - Aotearoa New Zealand
Rob Thorne M.A. (Ngāti Tumutumu) is a New Zealand Māori composer, performer, improviser, collaborator, and anthropologist. A leading specialist in taonga pūoro, he is an original and diverse explorer of the evolving musical journey of these ancient voices.

Marine/Simonson/Wiskari - Sweden
This dynamic trio brings contemporary Nordic roots music to life with violin, saxophones, flutes, and bass clarinet - vibrant, expressive, and irresistibly groovy. Their music moves seamlessly between traditional Scandinavian folk and original compositions, always leaving space for improvisation. With deep experience as soloists, ensemble players, and composers, these three well-established musicians honour Nordic traditions while pushing creative boundaries.

Jonas Simonson is one of Sweden’s most influential and innovative flute players in folk and world music. Active since the mid-1980s, he has toured globally and helped shape the modern Swedish folk music scene. A prolific composer and recording artist, Jonas has also worked in theatre, production, and academia, where he is a professor of musical performance at the Academy of Music and Drama in Gothenburg.

Mia Marine is an internationally renowned musician and respected educator within the Scandinavian folk music community. A sought-after composer and arranger, she writes for her own ensembles and a wide range of educational projects. Mia tours worldwide with multiple bands and solo ventures, teaches at the Academy of Music and Drama in Gothenburg, and runs the popular online learning platform, the Groovy Fiddle Academy.

Hanna Wiskari is a versatile musician and educator known for her expressive soprano saxophone playing and distinctive Nordic folk sound. She has performed widely across Scandinavia and New Zealand, and for over 15 years has served as an Artistic Mentor for Ethno, a global music project for young musicians. After moving to Aotearoa New Zealand in 2016, she co-founded Ethno New Zealand and continues to lead numerous intercultural initiatives.

This concert is organised by Arts Connections Oceania with support of the Swedish Arts Council
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/rob-thorne-nz-and-marine-simonson-wiskari-swe-in-concert/200029339483628
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, art, concerts, performances, theatre, live-music, meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 30

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Auckland
- **state**: AU
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 1A Ponsonby Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1011, New Zealand
- **lat**: -36.85882
- **long**: 174.75151
- **full address**: 1A Ponsonby Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1011, New Zealand, 1A Ponsonby Rd, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1011, New Zealand, Auckland

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Rob Thorne (NZ) & Marine Simonson Wiskari (SWE) in Concert being held?
  - **A:** Rob Thorne (NZ) & Marine Simonson Wiskari (SWE) in Concert takes place on Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am at 1A Ponsonby Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1011, New Zealand, 1A Ponsonby Rd, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1011, New Zealand, Auckland.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Rob Thorne (NZ) & Marine Simonson Wiskari (SWE) in Concert?
  - **A:** Rob Thorne (NZ) & Marine Simonson Wiskari (SWE) in Concert is organized by Hanna Wiskari Music.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Rob Thorne (NZ) & Marine Simonson Wiskari (SWE) in Concert is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Auckland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Rob Thorne (NZ) & Marine Simonson Wiskari (SWE) in Concert sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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