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In sympathy with the age of the timber used, a classic, single cut-away shape was designed, reminiscent of the 1960’s and 70’s. Electronic components have been used that enhance the vintage effect. The contours are subtle, as are the contours of Canterbury. There are representations of the rivers and of the sudden change in topography and the areas of Canterbury that were the centre of the devastation are embodied in the designs.
The viewers of these pieces of art will discover the meaning in the design subtleties upon closer examination and, as with all art, will also discover their own personal significance within the grain and curves of these unique and meaningful guitars. These are fully operational electric guitars with a sound that matches their look. These guitars are unique pieces of art; they are aesthetically pleasing to the eye in the first instance, but then draw you in by the different layers of the story.
These guitars can be seen as a metaphor for Christchurch – that something beautiful, lasting and tangible can rise from something broken and destroyed. As Dave Dobbyn, who recently played and endorsed The Chester said, “when you play these guitars, it gives meaning to the words, “if these walls could talk”.
Enjoy the magical 'Heart Strings' concert, performed by 'Stars In Their Eyes' winner, Mandy Pickering and her talented band. Relax with friends and enjoy this beautiful show while taking in views of the stunning Auckland harbor and receive complimentary glass of wine or beer and canapés… all in support of the Christchurch Arts Community.
The 'Heart Strings' concert celebrates a collection of guitars hand crafted using timber from many historic buildings that fell in the Canterbury earthquakes. All money raised from the Heart Strings project goes to the Christchurch Arts Community via Creative New Zealand.
Mandy will be performing songs from her debut album and promoting her new original songs that will feature on her upcoming second album. Mandy and her band have performed with the Heart Strings guitars around the country to sold out audiences and critical acclaim; "Pickering is more than a pretty face, she can really, really sing. She and her band delivered a show which was heartwarming and touched the audience in very special ways."
Bruce Pickering, creator of the Heart Strings guitars, will be at this concert along with Christchurch musician and co-founder of the Heart Strings project, Jason Pickering. Mandy will be accompanied by talented musicians Brad Banks and Jo Barus from Christchurch band 'Dukes', Jason Pickering and Anna Whitaker.
$49 ticket includes a glass of wine/beer and canapés on arrival. Doors open at 3pm.
More concert details here.
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