Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Upcoming Music Events

Thursday 25th November 7pm The Chisnallwood Jazz band has a guest performance at Westburn School, 257 Waimairi Road at 7pm

ITINERANT NIGHT 2 - Dec 2nd. 6.30-8.30pm
This concert is for all students learning guitar, bass, drums, vocals and Lynne's keyboard students. It will start with a spectacular combined drum item outside (if fine) and will finish with a short rock band showcase and prizegiving!After the initial drum item, students will split up into simultaneous itinerant concerts in venues such as the music room, media room and library before concluding with the prizegiving and short showcase in the hall.
These concerts are an important opportunity for all the students to perform to a supportive audience.

Saturday 4th December 10.30am. New Brighton Santa Parade. The Jazz Band will perform Christmas Music on a float in the New Brighton Santa Parade.

Sun 5th Dec Rock afternoon 4.30pm combined with other Intermediate and primary schools’ rock bands at Zebedees, 479 Blenheim Rd
We are once again holding a Primary Schools' end of year event to showcase our young rock bands. There will be prizes for outstanding musicians/solos etc.
When: Sunday Dec 5th 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Where: Zebedees, (a non-alchoholic youth night spot) on 479 Blenheim Road, ChCh (next to the Wild West Minigolf)
Who: Rock bands up to year 8 (Primary and Intermediate schools only)
What: Bands can play up to 3 pieces or 10 minutes, covers or originals.
Cost: Gold coin or $5 family. Drinks available for purchase.

Sunday 12th December Repercussion Concert. 6.30pm. Chisnallwood Percussion Ensemble will be taking part in this annual event for percussionists. It will be held at Cashmere High School and features performances given by professional percussionists as well as performances from various Christchurch schools – both primary and secondary. Rehearsal 5pm. Performance 6.30pm.