Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Hear the Pīwakawaka/Fantail jump and dart around in this brief and playful work from composer Louise Webster. Violinist Donald Armstrong captures the chirps and cheekiness of one of Aotearoa's friendliest manu at his 2025 Martinborough Music Festival performance. Full film over on our YouTube channel!

Audio recorded by David Houston for RNZ Concert. Film funded by NZ On Air.