Bruce Paine proudly presents his latest classical guitar recording project Alberton. More than just an audio CD this set includes a feature length music video and several bonus videos including a narrated overview of the historic place Alberton. This set is ideally suited to anyone with an interest in early New Zealand and historic places, as well as guitar music.

DVD - Music Videos

The DVD includes a feature length classical guitar music video combining concert footage, historic images and period scene reenactments, in celebration of the iconic historic house Alberton in Auckland New Zealand. Bonus videos include a musical tribute to the architect Matthew Henderson, footage of an 1871 Swiss Music Box repair, a victorian photo album slideshow and more.

CD - Classical Guitar Audio

The CD includes recordings of original classical guitar music that was composed by Bruce Paine specially for the DVD. Movie sound effects are excluded from the CD tracks and likewise the piano and bagpipes do not appear on the CD. However the “Music Box Waltz” track features the sound of a vintage music box which slowly gives way to Paine’s guitar performance of variations on the same piece.

The instruments heard on both the DVD and CD are concert model 'Capper Guitars' made by New Zealand luthier Rod Capper. The guitar seen on the DVD cover is number 62 made from spruce and Australian Blackwood with a raised Fingerboard.

24 Page Booklet

The DVD+CD package includes a beautifully illustrated, full colour, 24 page, souvenir booklet which explains the story of Alberton and the significance of each of the music videos.

Ordering Alberton DVD+CD Copies

New Zealand Customers Only

New Zealand customers can purchase copies via the following PayPal button...

Or by downloading the DLE flier and following the instructions to place an order. The Flier contains information about the DVD and CD set, and a tear-off form for mail orders.

DVD+CD Flier and Order Form

The DVD+CD set is also available via Alberton at 100 Mt Albert Rd, Mount Albert, Auckland and the MOTAT shop at 805 Great North Road, Western Springs, Auckland.

International Customers Only

International customers can purchase the Alberton DVD+CD set by using the following PayPal button:

Note: different delivery charges apply to orders placed by customers outside of New Zealand

CD Track Digital Downloads

The Alberton CD 'audio only' tracks can now be purchased either individually or as an album from iTunes, CD Baby, Google Music Store, Amazon MP3 and other outlets.

Full album or selected tracks

Movie Review

"...a marvelous combination of music, video, and concert." - Rogue Cinema

Customer Reviews

Read what satisfied customers have said about the Alberton DVD/CD set

"I thoroughly enjoyed watching the DVD. Most impressive are Bruce's new classical guitar compositions and also learning more about Alberton and the Kerr Taylor family and their contribution to Auckland and New Zealand's rich heritage. The DVD is a treasure to help commemorate the 150th anniversary of the house being built and for future generations to learn of our past."

Dick Scott, Auckland. (Dick Scott is a well known New Zealand historian and author of numerous publications including "In Old Mt Albert" and "Ask That Mountain" (named by the Sunday Star Times in 1995 as one of the most significant books ever published in New Zealand.), May 2012)

What wonderful imagination you have had to engage in such a concept and to complete such a tribute to Alberton and its family. I was enthralled as I watched, I smiled with absolute pleasure right through it, and went to bed thinking about all the music and history that you brought to life. I am really looking forward to watching it again with other family members. I loved it from start to finish!! The DVD/CD case is beautifully presented - lovely just to hold and look at.

G Fox, Christchurch

We just wanted to say how much we enjoyed your DVD premiere on Saturday night! You have out-done yourself with the highly professional artistic production. Needless to say, the music is very special too! There are so many aspects of the DVD that superlatives would describe. Well done!!!!

V Wilson, Auckland

I finally got to watch your DVD this week. Fantastic! My wife and I really enjoyed it. Congratulations on a HUGE effort. We got to do the easy part! Sit and enjoy. I particularly enjoyed the opening piece which I found very moving and loved the Seringapatam piece and LOVED the clip of you playing it in your wonderful costume. The camera work and setting are just stunning. You enter into a very personal recital space where it feels like the guitarist is really playing to you and for you. Wonderful experience. That is now my favourite NZ guitar clip. Of course it is all composed and played at the highest level and how you managed to join in with a music box is beyond me. Thanks for all the work Bruce.

R Hill, Auckland

I heard your brilliant music on RNZ and did some research on line until I found your website. I am so eager to hear more of your original compositions. I like the links between nature, history and music.

W Doak, Whangarei

The whole family watched your Alberton film on sunday night. We all loved it and even the teenagers, usually restless, were absorbed and watched right through to the end. I have never seen anything quite like this wonderfully unique New Zealand musical film.

S Lacey

We were married at Alberton a few years ago, so this will be a fitting wedding anniversary present.

A Bell, Auckland