A sonic and visual journey through the Tao Te Ching

WAYPEOPLE

Waypeople is a sonic and visual journey through ancient philosophical poetry that is at once solidly pragmatic and profoundly mystical.

With lyrics drawn from author Ursula Le Guin’s poetic English language version of the Tao te Ching, eight artists explore traditional and contemporary music forms, composition, improvisation, shadow, light & ink as they guide you through ten movements, illustrating the themes of the unseen, unheard, unnamable Tao, “wu-wei” (not-doing) and true Power.

Featuring music by Jake Baxendale, visual art from Nikita 雅涵 Tu-Bryant, and a musical ensemble of Chelsea Prastiti (voice), Jessie Ling (guzheng), Callum Passells (saxophones), Daniel Hayles (piano), Johnny Lawrence (bass) and Cory Champion (drums).

Jazz Village

Our very own New Orleans French Quarter!

EVERYTHING IN ITS RIGHT PLACE

Tauranga Big Band. Taking its name from the Radiohead classic.

THE SUNSET CRUISE

Cruise away to the sounds of Jazz on the iconic Kewpie

The Late Late Show

After a day at the festival, enjoy a late-night jam session at the exclusive Tauranga ...

Katikati Jazz Street Party

Get ready for an unforgettable day in the heart of Katikati!

COCKTAIL SWING

Experience the glitz of the Big Band era with hot jazz and cool cocktails
Friday 3rd April 2026
Baycourt Community & Arts Centre | X Space
6pm
70 mins (no interval)
Admission:
  • $55 GA
  • $50 Concession/Earlybird
  • $45 Jazz Society Members

* Service fees apply