Musical Sound Journey - with Matt Reece and John Goudge –
Relax on the deck, enjoying views over the beautiful Waitākere forest while listening to the sonic landscapes of musicians Matt Reece and John Goudge.
What to expect:
Welcome to Arataki Visitor Centre, the gateway to Waitākere Regional Park. Having grown up in or around the West Auckland bush, Matt and John find inspiration in the trees, beaches, and rugged hills. They often include native bird songs and the sounds of nature in their musical compositions, along with traditional Māori instruments. Their one-hour journey through air, earth, water, fire, and ether encompasses a mixture of original ambient world music, song, and chill-out beats.
They invite you to stretch out with your ears. If you choose, you might want to move or dance in your own way. There are beautiful carvings, displays, and artworks in the visitor centre to enjoy while you are listening.
If it’s raining, the event will be indoors. Please arrive early to get yourself settled before the programme starts.
Please note: Scenic Drive is blocked for repairs at the Waiatarua end. Audience members coming from West Coast Rd should turn up Shaw Rd to reach Scenic Drive. Access from the Titirangi end of Scenic Drive is now open.
Matt Reece is a long-time student of world instruments, including overtone flutes, kalimba, ngoni (African harp), taonga puoro (traditional Māori instruments), didgeridoo, and percussion.
John Goudge has been a singer/songwriter, composer, and musical director for nearly four decades. As part of Musical Sound Journey, he fuses sound effects, synthesizers, guitars, and voice with world music.
This is what audiences say about Musical Sound Journey:
- “I was totally blown away by John Goudge and Matt Reece - of Musical Sound Journey - during an extraordinary performance… These men are exceptional musicians and have an innovative vision. I’d highly recommend catching their next show for anyone seeking a fantastic musical experience.”
- “It ain’t just a sound bath, it’s a fully immersive sound dive that takes you on a journey. Once you kick back and close your eyes you are in deep forests hearing exotic birds, and cosmic sounds of the elements, beckoning you to open your hearts and minds even more than you are already.”
- “a magnificent musical experience”
- “Totally transported, loved every minute”.
- “Wow, that was amazing".
- “Love the way the two of you weave the sound together drawing in the peace love and joy, bringing people of the earth together.”
