On February 7 Mayra Orchestra released their new live DVD ‘Oracle Live’ with a special show at Cultuurpodium Boerderij, Zoetermeer (NL). It is the second live DVD of the band, filmed during the theatrical release show of their last album ‘Oracle’ [Butler Records, 2017] and comes in a digipack containing a two hour live DVD, two live CD’s and a lossless audio download. One of the biggest shows of the band, which was very well received by the press, describing it as “a spectacular show” and “breathtaking”. Now available in the webshop.
CHURCH TOUR
In March 2018 Mayra Orchestra will do a series of shows in the beautiful atmosphere of small churches an chapels through the Netherlands. Starting in Den Bosch, Rotterdam, Amersfoort and ending in Heerlen. Reservations required as limited tickets are available.
ORACLE OUT NOW
On 31 March 2017 Mayra Orchestra released their second studio album ‘Oracle’ with Dutch record label Butler Records. The album is now available in stores and on your digital streaming service! Oracle comes in both standard and special edition; the special edition containing a hardcover book with the full-color illustrated lyrics (exclusively available in the webshop).
SINGLE FACE IN THE WATER
The first single ‘Face In The Water’ from Mayra Orchestra’s upcoming album ‘Oracle’ is out now, together with a brand new music video, telling the story of Tahti (star, starry face), who sets out on a journey in search for his passion/meaning of life.
‘Face In The Water’ is now available on iTunes and streaming services. The full album will be available on March 31, 2017.
In anticipation of their new album Mayra Orchestra also recorded three live versions of their songs, both old and new songs. Starting with a live version of ‘The Lake’, taken from their debut album ‘World Of Wonder’. Beside the acoustic series they will also release a small series of making of videos about the making of ‘Oracle’, showing the recording process of the album, the making of the costumes, rehearsals, photo- and videoshoots and more. Follow Mayra Orchestra on Facebook or click here for the latest releases.
ABOUT MAYRA ORCHESTRA
Mayra Orchestra is a new cinematic pop orchestra led by singer/songwriter Maartje Dekker from Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Fusing diverse musical genres such as classical, pop, world music and theatre, Mayra Orchestra takes the listener on a colorful journey full of imagination. An eclectic mix of theatre, rock instruments, classical strings, brass and polyphonic singing forms a dynamic and atmospheric show. Sometimes small and delicate, sometimes grande and epic, Mayra Orchestra takes you to a dreamworld where nothing is what it seems.
After a successful crowdfunding campaign their ambitious first album World Of Wonder was released in december 2013. Mixed by Christiaan Bruin and mastered by Grammy Award winner Darcy Proper. A deluxe 24-page illustrated book containing the CD, live DVD of the show and a handmade pop-up (made by the band). December 2016 the band signed with the Dutch record label Butler Records, announcing the release of their second album Oracle on March 31, 2017. Welcome to the wondrous world of Mayra Orchestra.
ABOUT ORACLE
“Oracle durven we nu al te bestempelen als een hoogtepunt van het jaar" - Radio Xymphonia
"Een uiterst sfeervolle en sprookjesachtige prachtplaat." - De Subjectivisten
"Als er één band is die de volle aandacht verdient, is het Mayra Orchestra wel." - 3voor12
"Met de cd Oracle zit je gebeiteld voor een klein uurtje pure magie." - LuisterTIP iO Pages
SPECIAL EDITION
Exclusively in the webshop: the special edition of Oracle containing the CD and a A4 hardcover book with 28 full-color illustrated lyrics.
"Een absolute, dynamische en sfeervolle spektakelshow
die iedereen zou moeten zien en beleven.”
MAXAZINE
Shows
09-10-2020 Parktheater, Alphen aan den Rijn Tickets / Start concert 20:30h / Orchestra
29-04-2017 Secret Location / Rotterdam Noord / With Anne Bakker Doors 20:00 /€8,50 / Reservation required / Acoustic
31-03-2017 SPECIAL RELEASE SHOW ‘ORACLE’ Cultuurpodium Boerderij Zoetermeer Tickets / Orchestra
Aftermovie Oracle Release Show
World Of Wonder Live DVD Trailer
Media
Face In The Water - Music Video
Hymn to the Sea - Live
The Other Side - Acoustic
Freedom - Music Video
Art
MASKED WOODCREATURE
The first edition of the Mayra Orchestra Art pieces. Made from exactly the same fabrics as the real beast from the World Of Wonder show. Main materials: Glass bell, wooden base, felt, cotton, moss, paint, clay. Available on 14 april.
H 28cm | W 17 cm | €59,- excl shipping costs.
(SOLD OUT)
MAYRA ORCHESTRA ART
Mayra Orchestra Art is a new dimension of the Orchestra. Throughout the year we will release new editions which will vary from sculptures to drawings etc. We will start with our first pieces on 14 april 2014. A limited edition of sculptures named 'Masked Woodcreature'. This is a miniature, handmade version of the beast from the World Of Wonder show, made with the original materials used for the real beast.
All art pieces are made by Maartje herself and will be available in our webshop and at our live shows. For updates on our new releases you can keep an eye on our website and follow us on Facebook!