Māmā Mihirangi & the Māreikura

Māmā Mihirangi is an Indigenous artist, songwriter, and traditional Māori Priestess. With grace, power, warmth, and humour, Māmā Mihirangi’s lyrics poetically celebrate the values, lore, medicines, and customs of her lineage. She uplifts her audience with her infectious laughter, and fearless authenticity. 

Weaving soaring ancient chants with intricate harmonies, traditional and contemporary instruments with beats and deep bass through a rich tapestry of ancestral knowledge, Māmā Mihirangi produces a unique musical experience that transcends boundaries and connects audiences to the divine feminine essence of Indigenous culture.

The Māreikura symbolizes the virtue and strength of Indigenous women, showcasing traditional women’s dance, weaponry, instruments, and Māori martial arts with contemporary choreography. Their performances evoke a sense of reverence, resilience, and fierce femininity through an ancient artistry that honours their ancestors while embracing the contemporary world.

By fusing ancestral wisdom, healing and empowerment through contemporary performance, Māmā Mihirangi & the Māreikura offer audiences a musical journey of the soul that is informative, inclusive and truly inspiring. The depth of their music and powerful expressions of cultural pride will almost certainly hold Festival audiences spellbound. 

– DH