Recitals are releasing their debut album, 'ORBIT I' on August 26th via Flying Nun Records - and they want to celebrate with two shows in their current home cities with some of their favourite fellow bands and musicians.

RECITALS - ORBIT I ALBUM RELEASE SHOWS

Thursday 25 August - Meow, Te Whanganui-A-Tara with supports Skymning and Ludus 

Friday 26 August - Wine Cellar, Tāmaki Makaurau with supports Green Grove and She's So Rad

Recitals are Xanthe Rook (Bass/Vocals), Tharushi Bowatte (Trumpet), Carla Camilleri (Keys/Vocals), Olivia Wilding (Cello), Christian Dimick (Guitar/Vocals), Josh Finegan (Drums) and Sam Curtiss (Guitar). 

Their sound sprawls across a blend of genres made up of each members’ unique musical personality, alchemizing a spectrum of influences into complex sonic structures that sew a thread between contemporary alt folk and the avant garde.

We want to ensure that everyone who attends feels safe and comfortable, so please be kind and respectful to others. There is zero tolerance for any kind of harassment or discrimination. If at any point you feel unsafe or uncomfortable do not hesitate to speak to the bar staff or a member of Recitals.

IMPORTANT: We would also like all members of our community to feel welcome and comfortable during the ongoing pandemic and we want to create a safe and enjoyable gig space for all. We kindly ask everybody attending to please wear a mask at all times, and we encourage masks to be removed only while drinking outside, if possible. Masks will be available at the door, and hand sanitizer will always be available. If you have recently come out of isolation, we strongly encourage you to return a negative RAT test before attending. If you are showing any viral symptoms, we kindly ask that you please stay at home. If you have purchased a ticket, please get in touch - your ticket will be refunded if you can no longer attend. Thank you <3