Christchurch Folk Music Club
The Hummingbirds
15 March 2026
- Members $20
- Non Members $25
- Students (with ID) $5
An acoustic collaboration that brings together and presents the collective work of two musical partnerships, The Blues Mamas and the founding members of The Manuka Hunnies.
The Hummingbirds feature the uniquely distinct voices of singer-songwriters Lynette Diaz and Isabella (Izzy ) Miller Bell, accompanied by award winning slide/finger-style guitarist Susan Leigh Grant.
What to expect:
The uplifting programme promises a rich blending of soulful earthy voices in a variety of genres. Expect original compositions and select covers encompassing alt-country/folk, blues, jazz ‘n’ soul. Just like a hummingbird, this collaboration imbues their music with messages of love, joy, hope and celebration.
Immigrant songbirds Izzy (Ma Bell) hails from Clydeside in Scotland and Lynette Diaz is American-born with strong Mexican ancestral roots. Lynette has just launched her latest album entitled, ‘Gratitude’. Both women have strong musical bonds with Dunedin-born Susan Leigh Grant, on guitar, and undoubtedly up there with the top slide/finger-style guitarists in the country.
Doors open 7pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm,
VENUE: Irish Society Hall, 29 Domain Terrace, Spreydon The hall is situated up the long driveway, directly next to Domain Park, and there is plenty of well-lit off-street parking..
How do I get tickets to concerts?
In advance: Book your tickets online. Select the concert you wish to attend and click on the link to book your ticket.
On the day: Purchase tickets at the venue from 7:15pm on the day of the concert if not sold out prior.
PLEASE BRING CASH For: Tea, coffee, biscuits and cake available during the break and the club raffle. Bar facilities for cold refreshments throughout the night, Eftpos available for purchases only, no cash-out facility.
Folk Club and Irish Society members please remember to bring your membership card for licensing purposes. Non-members sign in at the bar if making purchases.
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