Parrot in the Pocket is a children’s folk duo based in Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland. The Parrots squawk & sing with the legendary Suzy Cato
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The Parrots
Suzy Cato is an Australian-born New Zealand children's entertainer. She is best known as the host of several New Zealand children's television programmes, most notably Suzy's World and You and Me.
Her name has echoed across generation to become the epitome of kindness. With her monumental presence in the New Zealand media, Suzy has managed to inspire a whole generation of tamariki (children) in Aotearoa.Suzy Cato
Miriam McCombe
Miriam McCombe is a songwriter and musician whose bright folky melodies and playful lyrics are shaped by her love of singing, storytelling, and making music with others. Originally from the UK and now based in Tāmaki Makaurau, she brings warmth, humour, and a sense of fun to Parrot in the Pocket’s sound.
Thomas Hamill
Thomas Hamill is a songwriter, performer, and music educator who loves creating story filled songs that help children feel curious and connected to the natural world. Inspired by the bush and beaches near his West Auckland home, his writing is full of imagination, gentle humour, and heart.Kind Words
“Parrot in the Pocket were great at the Auckland Folk Festival: energetic songs, playful banter, and silly bits had everyone laughing. Friendly stage presence, skilled playing, and perfect comic timing even made the shy tamariki smile. Catchy tunes had us humming all afternoon—my kids still quote lines. A must-see blend of great music and wholesome fun.”
—Festival Attendee 2026
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