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SUMMARY:Whakawhanaungatanga Hui in Wellington
DESCRIPTION:Whakawhanaungatanga Hui in Wellington at Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant\, 39 Abel Smith Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington. All teachers welcome\, food provided. A good chance to catch up with your local network of music teachers. Please register here.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/whakawhanaungatanga-hui-in-wellington/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant\, 39 Abel Smith Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant\, 39 Abel Smith Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Wellington
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SUMMARY:MENZA Conference 2025 - Te Rito o Te Harakeke
DESCRIPTION:The MENZA Conference will be held at Massey University in Wellington\, from Sunday 6 July – Wednesday 9 July 2025. Over the three days there will be opportunities to connect with music educators and institutions\, to share knowledge and resources. And of course a conference dinner and social activities which you are welcome to attend if you wish and bring someone. We hope you will leave feeling confident\, energised and inspired!\n\nSun 6 July\n6pm conference registrations with drinks/nibbles\nMon 7 July \n8am onwards welcome and conference & evening activity\nTues 8 July \n9am onwards conference & dinner\nWed 9 July \n9am-3pm\, conference \n\nConference Fees (includes morning and afternoon tea\, and lunch)\nParticipant 3 days PPTA PLD $390 MENZA\nParticipant 3 days PPTA PLD $425 NON-MENZA\nParticipant 3 days Primary/ECE  $250 MENZA\nParticipant 3 days Primary/ECE $290 NON-MENZA\nStudent-teacher 3 days $150\nOne-day participant $150\nExtras\nMonday evening activity $25\nTuesday Conference dinner $50\n\n*Prices quoted are including GST and invoices will be emailed closer to the event. If you are currently not a MENZA member\, and would like to join\, please visit the MENZA website and click the “Join” button. Or select the NON-MENZA option which includes individual membership for PPTA PLD and a school membership for Primary/ECE.\nConference Subsidies\nApplications for a conference subsidy can be made here: 2025 MENZA Conference Subsidy Form. (Priority will be given to ECE and Primary members and those in geographically isolated areas)\nAccommodation\nThere are lots of great hotels close by. If you need help with accommodation or would like to billet please contact us at the email below.\n\n\nSecondary School Teachers: You can access Professional Learning funds to attend this conference through the PPTA and the Subject Association Grant. You can apply now\, and it can be pre-approved. \nREGISTER HERE NOW!
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/menza-conference/
LOCATION:Massey University\, Wellington\, Wallace Street\, Wellington
CATEGORIES:National,Wellington
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SUMMARY:MusicWorks Ensemble Festival Aotearoa (MEFA) - Aotearoa’s Premier National School Ensemble Festival
DESCRIPTION:Held in Wellington\, MEFA is New Zealand’s premier national school ensemble festival\, celebrating both traditional and jazz/blues styles. Our mission is to foster a vibrant\, educational\, and community-driven environment where students can thrive through music. With world-class concerts\, mentorship\, and performances\, MEFA provides an unparalleled opportunity for students to perform\, learn\, and grow. There is no other festival like it in New Zealand. \nUnlike traditional festivals that focus primarily on competition\, MEFA is designed around a mentorship-driven framework\, offering students engaging workshops and unique learning experiences. We collaborate with some of New Zealand’s top educators and musicians\, including the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra (NZSO)\, Royal New Zealand Air Force Band\, leading universities\, and MENZA. With over 60 tailored workshops\, students develop not only their individual instrumental and vocal skills but also gain exposure to areas they may not typically explore in school—such as improvisation\, conducting\, and mixed-ensemble collaboration\, enhancing both their musical and social development. \nFor schools that wish to compete\, MEFA’s adjudicated performances provide an opportunity to strive for excellence across a range of ensembles—from choral groups and orchestras to concert bands and jazz ensembles. Each performance is followed by a specialized workshop with a top mentor\, ensuring students receive constructive guidance to refine their skills. \nEvening concerts showcase performances by some of New Zealand’s finest musicians\, including members of the Royal New Zealand Air Force Big Band and the NZSO. These concerts offer students access to world-class performances\, with select opportunities for student participation—an invaluable experience that further enhances their development as musicians. \nMEFA’s education-first approach makes it accessible for ensembles of all levels\, from beginner groups to New Zealand’s top school ensembles. Each year\, we take pride in providing young musicians with a supportive and inspiring space to perform\, learn\, and be part of a true festival experience. \nClick here to find out more and register your school.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/musicworks-ensemble-festival-aotearoa-mefa-aotearoas-premier-national-school-ensemble-festival/
LOCATION:Wellington
CATEGORIES:National,Wellington
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SUMMARY:Young Jazz Bandit
DESCRIPTION:Created by Rodger Fox\, continued by a village  \nFor the first two years\, Young Jazz Band-it was directed by Rodger Fox. With his passing in 2024\, a group of like-minded organisations picked up his partial plans and pushed the 2024 festival over the line. \nThis year – in partnership with the MEFA Festival\, NZSM Te Koki\, Youthtown\, and the Aotearoa Jazz Education and Performance Trust – we are excited to continue to grow the festival\, and cement it as a key event in schools annual jazz calendar. \nThere are three elements to the Young Jazz Band-It competition contested by auditioned High School and Intermediate School Jazz Bands\, composers and soloists: Essential NZ Jazz Band Competition\, NZ Jazz Composition Competition and NZ Jazz Improvisation Competition. \nClick here for more info and to register.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/young-jazz-bandit/
LOCATION:Wellington
CATEGORIES:National,Wellington
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SUMMARY:MENZA WOF 2025 (Wellington Orchestra Festival)
DESCRIPTION:A day of orchestral rehearsal and performance for Primary-aged students who can read music and play an instrument. \nWe have six pieces arranged by Richard Oswin\, ranging from classical favourites to film scores and pop hits. \nThis is an ideal opportunity for students who practice mostly on their own to join other students and make music as an ensemble. The technical difficulty of the music is suitable for students in their second or third year of learning onwards. Along with the four orchestra sections\, there are parts for drum kit\, hand percussion\, guitar\, bass\, keyboard\, Orff xylophone and recorders. Students can work on their parts with instrumental tutors leading up to the day\, preparing to play all six pieces. Schools are also welcome to use the repertoire in their own ensembles during the year. \nWOF is conducted by Mike Ashton. The day begins with a massed rehearsal\, followed by sectionals led by musicians from Orchestra Wellington and finishes with a concert of the six pieces\, which whanau can attend. The concert will also include a guest performance by Orchestra Wellington musicians. \nSchools registered for WOF will also get the opportunity to take part in Orchestra Wellington’s Education in Schools Programme – Orchestra Wellington will come to your school to help prepare your students! Schools registered for WOF can sign up for this by contacting Hannah Neman. \nContact Joanna Calvert if you have any questions. We encourage new schools and students to participate in this event… come and join the fun. Sign up for WOF using the link below and then you will get sent the sheet music to start practising! \nRegister here. \nMENZA members $100 per school\nnon-MENZA members $130 (includes membership to MENZA).\nInvoices will be sent on registration.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/menza-wof-2025-wellington-orchestra-festival/
LOCATION:Wellington College\, 15 Dufferin St\, Mount Victoria\, Wellington\, 6021\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Wellington
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SUMMARY:Toi Ihiihi Wānanga\, Te Whanganui-a-Tara presented by CATA & MENZA
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai haere mai ki te Āo Pūoro me ngā Toi Māori. He mihi nui ki a koutou katoa.\nOn behalf of MENZA and Canterbury Arts Teachers Association  (CATA) we welcome you to come and join us and explore our world of māori music and arts. \nTēnā koa whakakī te puka rēhita\, haere mai ki te tūhura me te pākiki tahi me mātou\, kia anga whakamua! \nPlease fill out the registration form\, come and explore and be curious with us\, moving forward! \nNgā Taipitopito – Details: \nVenue: Victoria University\, Te Whanganui-a-Tara\nDates: Friday 10th April – Sunday 12th April 2026\, 4pm kia mutu\nPōwhiri: 10am\nKoha: a gift to Mana whenua – can be a taonga\, money or traditional rongoa\nNgā Kaiwhakahaere – Facilitators: Horomona Horo and Regan Balzer\, Wiremu Sarich\, Kylie Simeon\, Sarah Hera Maxwell\, Hunia Manuel\, Kat Lilly \nMauria mai āu taputapu – what to bring: \n– Blanket\n– Pillow\n– Sheet\n– Towels\n– Toiletries etc\n– Appropriate clothing\n– Instrument (could be a taonga pūoro\, guitar\, harp\, trumpet\, stone\, spoons\, shell\, stick\, stone kei a koe te tīkanga\, it is up to you how big or small). \nMāu e whakarite he waka kia tae atu koe ki te Whare Wānanga. \nPlease arrange your transport to and from the University. \nMā Te Herenga Waka e manaaki i a tātou.\nFull catering and accommodation are provided. \nThere may be a cost of $235 for primary teachers\, and $285 for secondary teachers. More information is on the registration form. \nMENZA Organisation Contact: admin@menza.co.nz\nWānanga Contact: Trevania Walbaekken 021 942 077 \nParticipation survey feedback link: https://forms.gle/UT715xhGu3TooqZH \nWananga resource link: https://menza.co.nz/resource/toi-ihiihi-wananga-resource/
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/toi-ihiihi-wananga-te-whanganui-a-tara-presented-by-cata-menza/
LOCATION:Victoria University of Wellington\, Kelburn Parade\, Wellington\, 6012\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:National,Wellington
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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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