Lava South Island Tour

Lava’s hot! This exciting acoustic folk/pop band is touching hearts nationwide with their beautiful songs, stunning harmonies and fine musicianship. Lava’s based in Wellington and comprises Kiwi singing/songwriting family The O'Connors (Amanda and Sean with teenage daughters Acacia and Rosie) plus Canadian composer/pianist Vanya Popov.

One of Lava’s big drawcards is its beautiful harmony singing. Husband and wife Amanda and Sean were already renowned for their voices and harmonic blend, and the combination with their daughters Acacia and Rosie, fine lead singers in their own right, brings a magical resonance to the sound. Vanya’s extensive choral experience and top-notch musical ear adds depth and richness to an already amazing sound.

Award-winning multi-instrumentalist Tom Shinness of Nashville said "There are many fine singers in Nashville, but when The O’Connors sing together it has the x-factor, even a spiritual quality."

On the instrumental side, Amanda is also a brilliant flautist, Sean a strong rhythm guitarist and Vanya a gifted and versatile keyboard/pianist. Acacia and Rosie are each an exciting up and coming violinist, and keyboardist respectively. All of Lava’s members lend a capable hand to various percussion instruments to add rhythmic spice and drive to many of their songs.

The O’Connors melodic and soaring songs have been described as "moving and powerful" (Hawkes Bay Today), and "unique and beautiful" (Bluebird Cafe, Nashville), with "emotional and intellectual depth, able to reach the audience’s heart".

Amanda and Sean are both New Zealanders of part Maori descent and have also lived in the Americas with their daughters, performing and teaching. They’ve recorded a solo album each and four duo albums in both the USA and NZ. Vanya has also toured the world with several choirs and recorded an original solo piano album.

This past July, a few days after meeting one another, Amanda, Sean and Vanya featured on National Radio, TVNZ’s Good Morning Show, and toured the North Island with Sean’s solo album release. Acacia and Rosie now bring their songwriting, singing and instrumental skills to this exciting mix of talent!

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