Get ready for an unforgettable night of music with Richie Stearns, living legend of clawhammer banjo and tenor guitar. Richie Stearns brings his mesmerizing blend of old-time, folk, and world music to St Peter’s Hall in Paekākāriki. Hailing from Upstate New York, Richie has captivated audiences worldwide with his masterful playing and collaborations across multiple genres and continents. From performing with legends like Natalie Merchant, Béla Fleck, Tony Trischka, Rhiannon Giddens, Dirk Powell, Pete Seeger, Old Crow Medicine Show, Rosie Newton and Linda Ronstadt to recording with Malian bluesman Vieux Farka Touré, Tibetan singer Yungchen Llamo, and pop icon David Byrne, Richie’s musical journey spans the globe. With his childhood friends, Richie co-founded and remains a driver of the Finger Lakes GrassRoots Multicultural Festival of Music and Dance, one of the USA’s most celebrated roots music festivals. Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience one of America's finest banjo players live in New Zealand!
