Mostly Music Soundscape Series

May — October 2026

A curated series of intimate live music experiences showcasing the depth, texture and emotion of sound. Each performance invites you to immerse yourself in a new soundscape, informed by genre, sonic craft, and music as an art form. Designed for music lovers who want more than a background soundtrack, this series celebrates live performance with a diverse range of acclaimed performers.

  • When: Monthly performances from May – October

  • Where: inside at The Bond Store, Paraparaumu

  • What: seated, intimate performances

  • Tickets: $25 per event

We would like to thank and acknowledge the support for the 2026 series from Watson Integrity a local, family-owned real estate and property management team helping people feel at home across Kāpiti, Horowhenua and beyond.

Soundscape Series 2026

  • Saturday 16 May, 8pm

    An intimate evening of local folk songwriting, storytelling and connection, celebrating NZ Music Month through live performance in a seated listening-room setting.

    Intimate, soulful, local.

  • Saturday 13 June, 8pm

    Wellington jazz guitarist Lockie Bennett leads this drumless trio alongside Alex Trask on alto saxophone and Elijah Mulheron on bass, delivering intimate, bop-inspired jazz.

    Intimate. Expressive. Virtuosic.

  • Saturday 15 August, 8pm

    Lisa and Wade are one of Aotearoa’s finest duos, with a rich and engaging sound. Together, they bring a chemistry that only comes from years of performing at the highest level.

    Soulful, dynamic, unforgettable.

  • Saturday 19 September, 8pm

    Ossia is a new collaborative ensemble bringing together vocalist Jess Deacon, keyboardist and melodica player Jessica Murphy, guitarist / bassist Rob Kingi, and drummer Cam Steel.

    Soulful. Exploratory. Responsive.

  • Saturday 17 October, 8pm

    The brilliant Michelle Scullion and her band bring her show ‘World of Flutes’ to the stage in October!

    Tickets on sale soon.