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🎻 **The Mighty Wurli & the Maestro** 🎻
Baycourt's beloved Mighty Wurlitzer sings once again under the masterful hands of internationally acclaimed organist Jelani Eddington, in a performance filled with warmth and wonder. The Mighty Wurli & the Maestro celebrates the timeless melodies of screen and stage, alongside classical favourites, showcasing the Mighty Wurlitzer's unique ability to sound like an entire orchestra. With Jelani at the console, every performance is packed with artistry, personality and a touch of nostalgia.
Whether you're a lifelong fan of the Wurlitzer or simply looking for a unique night out, this is a chance to experience one of Baycourt's most treasured instruments in the hands of a world-class performer. About Jenani Edddington Internationally acclaimed theatre organist Jelani Eddington is recognised as one of the world's leading performers of the theatre organ.
A concert artist, recording musician and educator, Jelani has performed in major venues throughout the United States and toured extensively around the world. His exceptional talent has earned numerous accolades, including being named Theatre Organist of the Year in 2001, and still holds the title of youngest organist to ever win the American Theatre Organ Society’s Young Theatre Organist Competition which he won at age 13.
✨ **What makes it special:** the focus stays on the artist and the live experience described above. If the sound, story or programme has caught your attention, this is the chance to hear it in the room rather than through a screen or a playlist.
You do not need much more of a sales pitch than the supplied details. Check the style, the performers and the timing, and if it lines up with what you enjoy, this is an easy one to put on the calendar.
📅 **Date:** Wednesday 4 November 2026
🕒 **Starts:** 7:00pm
📍 **Location:** Baycourt Theatre, Addison Theatre, 38 Durham Street, Tauranga 3110
🎟️ **Price / entry:** $0.00 - $50.00
👥 **Age / entry:** All ages
💺 **Seating:** General admission
♿ **Accessibility:** Accessible bathrooms; Accessible seating available; Certified disability assist dogs welcome; Hearing aid loop available; Mobility parking spaces.
🎶 **For music lovers:** the listing is firmly music-led, so the strongest way to decide is to look at the performer, style and programme already described above. If that sound is in your lane, this gives you a clear date, place and reason to get out and hear it live.
🎭 There is also an **arts and culture** angle to the listing, which means the experience is as much about being there in the room as it is about simply reading the programme. Give yourself enough time to arrive, get settled and enjoy the event at its intended pace.
✨ If **The Mighty Wurli & the Maestro** sounds like your kind of event, add it to the plan, check the booking details and make the most of it while it is happening in Tauranga.
Baycourt's beloved Mighty Wurlitzer sings once again under the masterful hands of internationally acclaimed organist Jelani Eddington, in a performance filled with warmth and wonder. The Mighty Wurli & the Maestro celebrates the timeless melodies of screen and stage, alongside classical favourites, showcasing the Mighty Wurlitzer's unique ability to sound like an entire orchestra. With Jelani at the console, every performance is packed with artistry, personality and a touch of nostalgia.
Whether you're a lifelong fan of the Wurlitzer or simply looking for a unique night out, this is a chance to experience one of Baycourt's most treasured instruments in the hands of a world-class performer. About Jenani Edddington Internationally acclaimed theatre organist Jelani Eddington is recognised as one of the world's leading performers of the theatre organ.
A concert artist, recording musician and educator, Jelani has performed in major venues throughout the United States and toured extensively around the world. His exceptional talent has earned numerous accolades, including being named Theatre Organist of the Year in 2001, and still holds the title of youngest organist to ever win the American Theatre Organ Society’s Young Theatre Organist Competition which he won at age 13.
✨ **What makes it special:** the focus stays on the artist and the live experience described above. If the sound, story or programme has caught your attention, this is the chance to hear it in the room rather than through a screen or a playlist.
You do not need much more of a sales pitch than the supplied details. Check the style, the performers and the timing, and if it lines up with what you enjoy, this is an easy one to put on the calendar.
📅 **Date:** Wednesday 4 November 2026
🕒 **Starts:** 7:00pm
📍 **Location:** Baycourt Theatre, Addison Theatre, 38 Durham Street, Tauranga 3110
🎟️ **Price / entry:** $0.00 - $50.00
👥 **Age / entry:** All ages
💺 **Seating:** General admission
♿ **Accessibility:** Accessible bathrooms; Accessible seating available; Certified disability assist dogs welcome; Hearing aid loop available; Mobility parking spaces.
🎶 **For music lovers:** the listing is firmly music-led, so the strongest way to decide is to look at the performer, style and programme already described above. If that sound is in your lane, this gives you a clear date, place and reason to get out and hear it live.
🎭 There is also an **arts and culture** angle to the listing, which means the experience is as much about being there in the room as it is about simply reading the programme. Give yourself enough time to arrive, get settled and enjoy the event at its intended pace.
✨ If **The Mighty Wurli & the Maestro** sounds like your kind of event, add it to the plan, check the booking details and make the most of it while it is happening in Tauranga.
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