BIG FAN is a not-for-profit, multi-purpose music space located in Morningside, Aotearoa New Zealand. We offer three world-class recording studios and a live music venue all under one roof.
Our goal at BIG FAN is to bring people together, to support the role of music in the betterment of people’s lives, and to foster the talents of musicians, songwriters and those behind the scenes, regardless of experience level.
Recording
Studios
All of our recording studios are carefully designed with quality, ease-of-use and comfort in mind, so you can get on with making great music. We have three unique studio spaces available, each acoustically treated, tastefully furnished and equipped with top-of-the-line recording equipment, microphones and instruments.
Studio Enquiries
A cozy music-production suite with natural light and an isolation booth to capture anything from delicate vocals to heavy-hitting drums.
Dim the lights and immerse yourself in the music with Studio 02’s top-of-the-line recording equipment and moody interior.
A sky-lit music production room complete with a beautiful Yamaha U3 Upright Piano ready to be recorded with state-of-the-art gear.
Venue
Based in the beating heart of Morningside, BIG FAN is an all-ages and licensed venue, specialising in live music.
Offering state-of-the-art sound, lighting and vision gear, we cater to all types of shows, people and events – from brand-new artists playing their first show, to intimate performances by big-name acts, seminars, comedy, film screenings and more!
We’d love to hear your vision for how you would use this space, so please get in touch with us to chat.
Events
Programmes
12/12/24
IGNITE - TĀMAKI MAKAURAU
8-week industry specific training programme in Event Management, Event Production & Music Production. APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED
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12/12/24
IGNITE - PŌNEKE
8-week industry specific training programme for rangatahi - in Event Management & Music Production. APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
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12/12/24
CO-LAB
CO-LAB is a collaborative writing and music making evening held at BIG FAN. APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED
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22/10/24
BIG FAN 2nd Birthday!
We are turning TWO! Join us for a day of celebrations! Morning People, Markets, Open Day and a Live Show, there's something for everyone!
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BIG FAN provides opportunities and ongoing support for aspiring and developing musicians, songwriters and those that work behind the scenes at every level. We are a registered charitable trust and all donations go directly to the cause.
Ngā mihi nui for your support!
About
We love music and the people who make it.
Founded by producer and songwriter Joel Little and his wife Gemma, and run through their charitable trust The Little Family Foundation, BIG FAN is for anyone who is passionate (or simply curious) about music, and wants to discover where it could take them.
We believe Aotearoa has a wealth of musical talent and we’re committed to making this space available to all, regardless of age, experience, background or financial circumstance. We are here to support musicians and the music industry from the ground up.
All income from BIG FAN studio and venue use goes directly back in to the facility and the work done there.
We are a passionate, dedicated and close-knit team who believe whole-heartedly in the BIG FAN vision and the potential of music to transform people’s lives – and the community at large.
BIG FAN is located along major bus routes and a stone’s throw from the Morningside train station.
Contact
Please get in touch with us for more info and booking enquiries.
We look forward to hearing from you!
