New Zealand’s favourite psychedelic exotic jazz band is back!

Their time away from touring has been spent composing, animating and learning even more instruments to create a show that will mesmerise the young and the old alike.

Prepare for a unique experience featuring vibraphone, tuba, harmonica, pan flute, synthesisers, drums, bass and vocals – all brought to life against a stunning backdrop of hand-drawn animations.

Band leader, Finn Scholes, known for his work with Dave Dobbyn, Circling Sun, Hopetoun Brown and composition on The SpongeBob SquarePants movie will take a trio of New Zealand's most talented musicians and play music that weaves stories and transports the listeners to the far reaches of the globe from South-East Asia to South America and back to New Zealand.

Finn Scholes is joined by two of New Zealand’s top musicians, world class drummer and composer Alistair Deverick and the amazing multi-instrumentalist Sean Martin-Buss.



Dinner/Doors from 6pm, Show from 8pm.


Nelson Jazz Winter Festival 2026:

Experience the warmth and energy of the Jazz Winter Festival, a five day celebration of live music, creativity, and community.

With over 20 events across the region, expect a week of rich musicianship, cosy ambience, and the signature festival blend of jazz, hospitality, and winter magic.

The Nelson Jazz Winter Festival is championing our rising young musicians, placing Youth Bands centre stage in cafés and pubs across the city to boost their performance experience and gear them up for competitions.

Whether you're a long time jazz lover or discovering something new, the Nelson Jazz Winter Festival offers an intimate, high quality musical experience that showcases the depth of talent within Aotearoa’s jazz scene.

Dinner Reservations direct via The Playhouse 03 540 2985