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SUMMARY:Draft Phase 5 Curriculum Feedback Hui for Music & Music Tech - via ZOOM\, various dates
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation and discussion on the Draft Phase 5 Curriculum. \nThursday 2 July\, Music Tech\, 3.30-4.45pm with Stephen Garton \nZOOM LINK HERE \nThursday 2 July\, General Music\, 7-8.15pm with Kat Daniela \nZOOM LINK HERE \nSunday 5 July\, ITM curriculum session\, 7-8.30pm with Brenda Oakley \nZOOM LINK HERE \nMonday 6 July\, 7pm\, Music General/Tech – HOW TO GIVE FEEDBACK with Kat Daniela \nZOOM LINK HERE \nNZ Music Commission got this made for a visual of music pathways: \nhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DYlwiZ-iOlX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==  \nMUSIC\nThursday 25 June\, 7pm ZOOM Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89244409563\nSunday 28 June\, 5pm ZOOM Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81319361099 \nMUSIC TECH\nFriday 26 June\, 5pm ZOOM Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82793149211\nMonday 29 June\, 7pm ZOOM Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88942878835
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/draft-phase-5-curriculum-feedback-hui-via-zoom-7pm/
CATEGORIES:National
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260704T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260704T160000
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SUMMARY:MENZA 2026 AGM and Phase 5 music & music technology IN PERSON feedback hui - 4 July
DESCRIPTION:Join colleagues from across Aotearoa to engage with the draft Music Learning Area curriculum materials for Years 11–13. This hui will provide an opportunity to work through the draft curriculum\, discuss implications for teaching and learning\, identify key themes\, and contribute feedback that may inform MENZA’s national submission. \nMENZA Annual General Meeting \nTo ensure strong governance and member representation\, all current MENZA members are encouraged to attend either in person or via Zoom. \nPlease ensure your membership details are current and that you are familiar with your membership category and voting rights. \nMembers attending in person are asked to RSVP for catering purposes (if you have not already registered for the Phase 5 feedback hui). \nRegister for both here: Phase 5 Feedback / AGM \nSATURDAY\nSaturday July 4th\nDraft Music Learning Area (Phase 5) Feedback Hui Programme & AGM \n9:00am ─ Administration / Meet & Greet\n(Kaputī • Kapu kawhe • Tiakarete wera) \n9:30am ─ Session One Feedback \n11:00am ─ Morning Tea \n11:30am ─ Session Two Feedback \n1:00pm ─ Lunch \n1:40pm ─ Session Three Feedback \n2:30pm ─ Break\n\n2:45pm ─ MENZA Annual General Meeting – AGENDA and ZOOM link \n4:00pm ─ Afternoon Tea / Refreshments \n 
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/menza-2026-agm-and-phase-5-music-music-technology-feedback-hui/
LOCATION:Marcellin College\, 617 Mt Albert Road\, Royal Oak\, Auckland\, 1023
CATEGORIES:Auckland and Northland,National
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260705T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T170000
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SUMMARY:ORFF Level 1 course - Wellington
DESCRIPTION:5-8 July and 1-2 August 2026\, Eastern Hutt School\, Lower Hutt \nCome and join us for a hands-on experiential introduction to the practices and principles of the ORFF approach. \nThe integration of speech\, movement and playing music with a focus on improvisation and creativity. \nInclusion of Māori waiata and legend. \nRegister here \nEnquiries: jtcharman@gmail.com
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/orff-level-1-course-wellington/
LOCATION:Eastern Hutt School\, 53 Kings Cres\, Lower Hutt\, Wellington\, 5010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:National,Wellington
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T035603Z
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SUMMARY:nextWAV. Artist development programme - apply by 19 July
DESCRIPTION:nextWAV. is a 12-month artist development programme launched by Universal Music New Zealand (UMNZ) to mentor emerging young artists (ages 16–18) across Aotearoa. It provides hands-on industry experience\, creative workshops\, and mentorship from top music professionals.\n\nKey Program Details\n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Secondary-level students (ages 16 to 18) who are citizens or permanent residents of New Zealand.\nSelection: Up to 10 students are chosen to participate in the structured yearly intake.\nCultural Diversity: The initiative actively reserves spots for students creating music in te reo Māori and those drawing on Pacific cultural expression.\nWorkshops & Mentoring: Participants learn about songwriting\, production\, branding\, live performance\, and digital strategy. \nPartners: It is funded by NZ On Air and Creative New Zealand\, with support from APRA AMCOS\, Live Nation\, and the New Zealand Music Commission. \n\n\n\nYou can view more information here: https://www.nextwav.co.nz/ 
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/nextwav-artist-development-programme-apply-by-19-july/
CATEGORIES:National
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260721T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260721T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T045210Z
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UID:172723-1784656800-1784665800@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:Takarokaro Kohau Rau
DESCRIPTION:The alchemy of play and its role within ngã taonga púoro. \nA free workshop for all educators in Otepoti \nJoin us to explore the deep connection between play\, music\, dance\, movement\, community\, and the oro (vibration) that binds them all within te ao Mãori. \nYou will leave with practical activites to share with your äkonga\, and a new energy to bring to your teaching. \n‘Kia kawea tãtou e te rēhia\, e te harakoa\, e te mataraharaha’ – let us be carried away in the pursuit of joy\, happiness and play. Let tãkaro (play) spark our internal flame so we may share our light\, and allow our inner child to resonate from within and echo into our imaginings. \nAmbrose (Wiremu Sarich) is deeply skilled in indigenous games\, where he moves fluidly between structure and improvisation. He dissolves conventional roles\, creating inclusive play-scapes where participants become co-creators – each person invited into leadership\, expression\, and contribution in ways they may not have otherwise accessed. Guided by the whakatauki\, Kia kawea tatou e te rēhia\, he invites people into spaces of joy\, storytelling\, challenge\, and connection – where learning is not instructed\, but \nThere is no fee for this workshop\, funded by MENZA NEX\, but please register on the link. \nTo register go to: https://forms.gle/WN339dJ1qjGzK75L9 \nFor enquiries\, email: acaldwell@stclair.school.nz
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/takarokaro-kohau-rau/
LOCATION:St Clair School\, 135 Richardson Street\, St Kilda\, Dunedin\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Otago
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260902T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260902T201500
DTSTAMP:20260529T070420Z
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UID:172680-1788375600-1788380100@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:Strum Strike and Blow 2026
DESCRIPTION:Strum\, Strike and Blow is an annual festival that brings together 1\,500  tamariki from all over Canterbury to play together on ukuleles\, marimbas and recorders.\nIt’s a great learning experience for all and most importantly\, heaps of fun! \nDetails\, tickets\, donations and Tshirt sales can be found at strumstrikeblow.org \nThe music caters for all levels of experience and when performed live at the festival event\, is backed by a professional band. \nRegistered schools have 3 teacher workshops and a full rehearsal on the day between 9:30am-1:15pm at the arena for all participating schools with the accompanying band. \nSchools perform together in a 75 minute family-friendly concert on September 2nd from 7pm-8:15pm.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/strum-strike-and-blow-2026/
LOCATION:Wolfbrook Arena\, 55 Jack Hinton Drive\, Addington\, Christchurch\, 8042\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260912T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260913T235959
DTSTAMP:20260325T020343Z
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UID:172445-1789171200-1789343999@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:Music Therapy New Zealand Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Music Therapy New Zealand Conference 2026\, with the theme Te Poutama Hononga: Weaving Connections\, celebrates the art of weaving together people\, stories\, and music\, creating patterns of understanding\, and community. The te reo name\, gifted by Matua Sonny Niha (University of Auckland Centre for Brain Research) means “the connected journey of achievement and progress”. Each thread represents a unique experience or voice\, and through the process of weaving diverse strands\, new relationships and meanings emerge. \nGuest speakers include:\nKatie Pureti (NZRMTh\, MMusTher\, BMus\, ATL) and Jan McConnell (MAAT\, DTAA (Prof)\, ANZACATA\, PNZ)\nTopic: Mauri Tui Tuia Creative Therapies New Zealand \nDr Waireti Roestenburg (Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairoa\, Ngāti Pāhauwera\, Rongomaiwahine\, Ngāpuhi nui- tonu\, Dutch\, Irish\, English) \, PhD Psychology\nTopic: Taonga Ihi Orooro – Māori Sacred Sound Healing. \nFor further information\, see our website (www.musictherapy.org)\nEarly bird registrations open on 1 May.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/music-therapy-new-zealand-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Grafton Campus\, University of Auckland\, 85 Park Road\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland and Northland,National
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261022T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261026T235959
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UID:172686-1792627200-1793059199@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:Christchurch Big Band Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:For five days the city comes alive with swinging horns\, street performances\, parades\, concerts\, workshops and dancing\, as thousands of people gather to enjoy one of Christchurch’s most vibrant musical celebrations. \nRunning since 2006\, the festival brings together community bands\, school jazz bands\, CYJO (Chch Youth Jazz Orchestra)\, students and professional musicians from across New Zealand for a joyful celebration of the Big Band sound. From classic swing and jazz standards to modern funk and pop\, the music spills into the streets\, parks\, venues\, and public spaces of the city. \nWith over 60 performances by more than 500 musicians in 20+ bands\, most of them free and happening throughout the CBD\, the festival invites everyone to experience the energy of live music — whether you’re dancing\, discovering jazz for the first time\, or simply enjoying the atmosphere. \nBand info\, workshops\, performance schedule and and tickets (for the ticketed events) can all be found at chchbigbandfest.com \nNote the schedule \n 
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/christchurch-big-band-jazz-festival/
CATEGORIES:Canterbury,National
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