New Zealand composer/percussionist Gareth Farr will join Strike and the NZ Army Band in performing a showcase of Farr's most explosive and dramatic works. Blitz will premiere in Wellington 22 November at Soundings Theatre, Te Papa. The all-Farr program will feature two Wellington premieres: Onslaught, a newly commissioned concerto for percussion and brass, which marks the upcoming 90th anniversary of the battle of Gallipoli, and the massive percussion ensemble Pukul. New Zealand composer/percussionist Gareth Farr will join Strike and the NZ Army Band in performing a showcase of Farr's most explosive and dramatic works. Blitz will premiere in Wellington 22 November at Soundings Theatre, Te Papa. The all-Farr program will feature two Wellington premieres: Onslaught, a newly commissioned concerto for percussion and brass, which marks the upcoming 90th anniversary of the battle of Gallipoli, and the massive percussion ensemble Pukul.Also on the program are the brass works Waipiro and Tawhirimatea, the signature percussion ensemble Volume Pig, and the new brass and percussion edition of the concerto Warriors From Pluto.

Blitz promises to be an exhilarating experience. The high energy of Strike and the power and finesse of the NZAB combine with the thrilling talent of Gareth Farr to provide a stunning event that will inspire all who hear it...

Early ticket sales and interest indicate Blitz WILL SELL OUT - so book early to avoid disappointment.

- "Farr strikes right note with show of brilliance" - Patrick Shepard reviewing Blitz in The Christchurch Press 01 Nov 04

Performance Date: 6.30pm Monday 22 November @ Soundings Theatre, Te Papa
Tickets from Ticketek - (04) 384 3840 or www.ticketek.co.nz
Adults $25 / Concessions $15 - booking fee may apply

For further information contact:
Murray Hickman (Strike) 021 129 2465
or
Graham Hickman (NZAB) 021 189 5756