Russell Gillies - The Night of the Melomaniacs

Schedule

Sun Aug 09 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC+12:00
Location

29 Domain Terrace, Spreydon, Christchurch, New Zealand 8024 | Christchurch, CA

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Russell Gillies is leading this group of passionate music lovers.
Expect to see and hear Lynne Hurley, Sophia Bidwell, Simon Musgrave and David Evison, all accomplished musicians based in Otautahi.
Be prepared to be entertained with folk and popular songs and tunes spanning the ages. From a song purportedly penned by Keith Richards circa 1652 to more contemporary items from this and the last century.
There will be Guitars, Fiddles, Accordions, Flutes, Mandolins, Bodhrans, Pianos, Banjos, passions and enthusiasms.
Because we just want to share our love of music with you and not your money the door charge will be set at $10 (there are still some fixed costs to cover)
See you there – bring a friend.
Melomania is a noun that describes an abnormal fascination, obsession, or excessive enthusiasm for music. A person who experiences this intense, singular passion for music is called a melomaniac.
The word is a combination of two elements:
Melo-: Derived from the Ancient Greek word melos, meaning 'song' or 'melody'.
Mania: Rooted in Greek and Latin, meaning a frenzy, madness, or excessive enthusiasm.
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29 Domain Terrace, Spreydon, Christchurch, New Zealand 8024, New Zealand

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