Aroha - Ahava

Aroha - Ahava is a beautiful musical conversation of art songs for voice and chamber group that weaves a journey through Jewish and Māori beliefs and expressions of aroha and ahava (love).

Featuring accomplished composer Jonathan Besser and singer Mere Boynton, Aroha-Ahava creates an evocative song taniko/tapestry made up of dark texts and earthy rich melodies that celebrate love in all its guises, love of a man or woman, love of the land and also the sensuous and mystical quality of erotic desire as expressed in the Songs of Soloman.

Musicians:
Charmain Keay - violin
Chris O'Connor - percussion and drums
John Bell - vibraphone
Jonathan Besser - harmonium
Maree Thom - bass and accordian
Mere Boynton - vocalist
Iselta Allison - viola