New Zealand's International Award-Winning Barbershop Quartet

What We Offer

#1 in NZ

#1 World U25, 2006

#Top 10 International 2009

Superior Quality, Flawless Execution, and Uniquely New Zealand!

#4th Place International Bronze Medalists, 2010

#2nd Place International Silver Medalists, 2011

The Musical Island Boys offer a classy, elegant and sophisticated glimpse into the art of a capella excellence. They are a truly unique act, suited to high class venues & high powered events. Whether for an intimate gathering of friends and international visitors, to a crowd of thousands, the Musical Island Boys regularly leave many of their audiences energized and positively enthusiastic about barbershop singing!

"Here in the West we have just experienced the most amazing time with the Musical Island Boys from New Zealand...what a fine example to us all they are and what marvelous role models these boys are for young people...saying we would recommend such an experience to other barbershop communities around the country is an understatement!" – Helen Schofield, Perth, Australia 2006

Entertain Your Comrades, Impress your Visitors

Whether you are looking for professional-quality and world-class entertainment, or merely to help break the ice at a function with some great melodies and immaculate harmony unmatched by any in the Southern Hemisphere, the Musical Island Boys are truly a one of a kind performance.

"The last time MIB short for Musical Island Boys were in town, the full house signs went up." – Richard Mays, Manawatu Standard, 03 November 2006

Energetic, Powerful, & Uplifting Performers

The Musical Island Boys are widely renowned for their ability to connect with the audience, in ways very rarely seen in any barbershop quartet. In essence, you must 'see it to believe it!' They consistently mesmerize onlookers with their command of the stage, and deliver with such heart, honesty, and commitment, that audiences from all ages and cultures are left spellbound.

"My first thought was that they'd be fun but probably not that good. Boy, was I wrong. From their first steps onto the stage until they finished and departed again, these four guys just oozed personality. They owned the stage in a way I have seen only very rarely. Each was getting the most out of his individual personality and the four just meshed into an amazing performance. When they were done, it was pretty clear to me that we had our winners..." – Jim Emery, Singing Category Judge, 2006 International U25 Barbershop Competition

At the 2009 International Barbershop Convention, after two full years away from Intense competition, they stunned the American audience again, gaining 10th place in their first time out. Barbershop experts unanimously agreed that the Musical Island Boys had delivered a stellar performance, head and shoulders above that of their win in 2006...

And if that wasn't enough, in 2010 they became the first Quartet in the southern hemisphere to crack the Top 5, finishing 4th and were awarded a bronze medal for their stunning performances. Again, they brought a degree of expression that was unique, powerful and entertaining!

Give Your Wedding That Unique Touch

If your aim is to serenade your sweetheart down the aisle, the Musical Island Boys will work with you to ensure that you are given a unique gift, that not many other groups could provide near the same a capella experience. They even may be able, upon request, to customize your favourite song, a capella style, so that you and your loved ones may enjoy your very own personally customised, unique, and world-class rendition of a tune that is close to your heart.*

"What a sheer delight - a night of entertainment as near perfect as humans can make it. The Musical Island Boys barbershop quartet is a tonic for the ear and for the heart...they wowed a large and appreciative audience with their professionalism...these young men...are already seasoned entertainers with well-deserved international credits to their names...may they come to Nelson again, soon." – Nelson Daily Post, 2007

Don't let their ages fool you - since beginning as Secondary School National Champions in 2002, the Musical Island Boys have close to 40 years of combined experience singing professionally as a quartet, and are able to deliver stunning performances that will leave your audiences wanting more.

To enquire if the Musical Island Boys are available for your next gig or function, please contact us at info@musicalislandboys.co.nz

*Custom Arrangements require at least 6 months notice.