BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//MENZA - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://menza.co.nz
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MENZA
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Pacific/Auckland
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1300
TZOFFSETTO:+1200
TZNAME:NZST
DTSTART:20250405T140000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1200
TZOFFSETTO:+1300
TZNAME:NZDT
DTSTART:20250927T140000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1300
TZOFFSETTO:+1200
TZNAME:NZST
DTSTART:20260404T140000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1200
TZOFFSETTO:+1300
TZNAME:NZDT
DTSTART:20260926T140000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1300
TZOFFSETTO:+1200
TZNAME:NZST
DTSTART:20270403T140000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1200
TZOFFSETTO:+1300
TZNAME:NZDT
DTSTART:20270925T140000
END:DAYLIGHT
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260705T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T030351Z
CREATED:20260506T030256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T030351Z
UID:172473-1783238400-1785690000@menza.co.nz
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Orff-level-1-Wellington-poster.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T035603Z
CREATED:20260624T035603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T035603Z
UID:172704-1784448000-1784480400@menza.co.nz
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/
LOCATION:Wellington
CATEGORIES:National
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/nextWAV.-Digital-Poster-scaled.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260721T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260721T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T045210Z
CREATED:20260625T045210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T045210Z
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/MEO-event.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="MEO":MAILTO:acaldwell@stclair.school.nz
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260902T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260902T201500
DTSTAMP:20260529T070420Z
CREATED:20260529T070407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T070420Z
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SSB-2026-scaled.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260912T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260912T235959
DTSTAMP:20260817T225057Z
CREATED:20260817T220441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T225057Z
UID:172846-1789171200-1789257599@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:Kōauau Wānanga ki Kaipātiki\, Tāmaki Auckland
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai ki te Wānanga Kōauau!\nWelcome to our MENZA Kõauau Wānanga \nKa pōwhiritia koutou ki te wānanga whakahirahira nei ki te ako me te hanga i tētahi kōauau\, te taonga a Hineraukatauri.\nThe purpose of this wānanga is to learn about the kōauau\, and its traditional and contemporary uses. We have also prepared kōauau blanks for us to make. \n\nTe Wāhi: Puawānanga Marae kei Te Kāreti o Glenfield\nHosted by Puawānanga Marae at Glenfield College\, 60 Kaipatiki Road\, Glenfield\, North Shore\, Auckland. \nTe Rā: Rāhoroi\, te tekau mā rua o Hepetema\nSaturday 12 September\nTe Tīmatanga: 9:00 karaka i te ata te whakatau\n9am Welcome (Whakatau)\nTe Whakamutunga: Kia mutunga rā anō te mahi i te pō\nWill run late\nTe Utu: Rima tekau tāra\nWill cost $50\nHākari: Ka kai hāngi tātou mō te ahiahi pō\nWe have a Hangi planned for our evening\n\nPlease register here by 10 September to secure your place. An invoice will be sent as confirmation.\nYou must be a registered member of MENZA (Music Education Aotearoa). Membership is free. If you are not registered\, please register https://menza.co.nz/membership-levels/\n\nNau mai\, haere mai\, hanga mai tētahi kōauau!\n\nPuawānanga Marae is indicated by the blue dot below:
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/koauau-wananga-ki-kaipatiki-tamaki-auckland/
LOCATION:Puawānanga Marae\, Glenfield College\, 60 Kaipatiki Road\, Glenfield\, Auckland\, 0629\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland and Northland
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Koauau-scaled.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260912T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260913T235959
DTSTAMP:20260325T020343Z
CREATED:20260325T020343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T020343Z
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MThNZ-Conference-2026-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Music Therapy New Zealand":MAILTO:info@musictherapy.org.nz
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260921T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260925T235959
DTSTAMP:20260712T221426Z
CREATED:20260712T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T221426Z
UID:172782-1789948800-1790380799@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:MEFA (Musicworks Ensemble Festival Aotearoa)
DESCRIPTION:MEFA in Wellington is Aotearoa’s national ensemble festival catering to all school ensembles of all levels of traditional & jazz/blues styles.\nMEFA warmly embraces a wide spectrum of school-aged musical groups of all levels unlike many festivals that focus more on competition. We encourage all comers groups and mixed ensembles as much as the top groups\,  including Jazz Bands\, Symphonic Bands\, Concert Bands\, Stage Bands\, Orchestras\, Chamber Groups\, Choral Ensembles\, Small Instrumental Ensembles\, and beyond. With each passing year\, we expand our horizons and continually evolve. Our mission is centered on creating a festival the opens doors to opportunities\, bringing together the school music community under a shared passion for ensemble music. Join our musical family today and be part of this journey. \nRegistrations at musicworks.co.nz/mefa-registration
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/mefa-musicworks-ensemble-festival-aotearoa-2/
LOCATION:Wellington College\, 15 Dufferin St\, Mount Victoria\, Wellington\, 6021\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:National,Wellington
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/MEFA-logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Musicworks":MAILTO:education@musicworks.co.nz
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261002T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261002T100000
DTSTAMP:20260925T005650Z
CREATED:20260805T235141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T005650Z
UID:172829-1790935200-1790935200@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:Toi Ihiihi Taonga Puoro workshop in Ōtautahi
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! \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION IS 25 September 2026. Registrations are now closed.  \nPlease register and a confirmation email will be sent out to you with an invoice for $50 \nNgā Taipitopito – Details:Venue: Climate Action Campus\, 180 Avonside Drive\, Avonside\, Christchurch 8061\nDates: Friday 2 October 2026\nTiming: 10am Mihi whakatau\nFee: $50\n\nProgramme:\nParticipating and building resources around Taonga pūoro making with pounamu (greenstone) and whakairo (wood carving) with whakapapa (geneaology) pūrakau (narratives) with Jon Jeet. https://www.tuhonotaonga.com/\n\n\nMā Te Herenga Waka e manaaki i a tātou.\nMorning tea and lunch are provided.\n\nMENZA Organisation Contact: admin@menza.co.nz\n\nWānanga Contact: Trevania Walbaekken 021 942 077
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/toi-ihiihi-taonga-puoro-workshop-in-otautahi/
LOCATION:Climate Action Campus\, 180 Avonside Drive\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8061\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury,National
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Taonga-puoro-square-image.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261022T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261026T235959
DTSTAMP:20260529T073124Z
CREATED:20260529T073124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T073124Z
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/
LOCATION:Wellington
CATEGORIES:Canterbury,National
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CBBJF-2026-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261027T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T211631Z
CREATED:20260824T211015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T211631Z
UID:172855-1793091600-1793120400@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:Wellington Orchestra Festival (WOF) 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register here for the Wellington Orchestra Festival!\nA one-day musical festival for Wellington primary school students (up to Year 8) \nTuesday 27th October\, 2025\nArrive from 9am\nRehearsals start 9.30am\,\nconcert from 4 – 5pm  \nConducted by Mike Ashton\, with arrangements by Richard Owsin \nVenue:\nChilton St James School\n124 Waterloo Road\nLower Hutt 5010\nEvent Fee(s)\nMENZA Members $100 per group\nNon-MENZA Members (includes 1 year MENZA membership) $130\n(both prices are including GST)\nOnce attendance is confirmed\, ensembles will be invoiced to the email address provided in the registration form. \nSign up to get members of Orchestra Wellington come to your school! Through their Education in Schools programme\, you can have extra support preparing the WOF repertoire with professional musicians. Registered schools can contact Elliot Vaughan\, Engagement Coordinator for Orchestra Wellington to arrange this for your school. \nPlease note that participation in WOF 2026 grants permission for any photography made by MENZA and contributing partners at the event to be used for editorial\, marketing and educational purposes; in newsletters\, publications\, grant applications and reports; on MENZA sponsor websites\, and on social media. Photos will largely be of a group nature\, and individual permission will be sought before use if participants are to be individually identified in name\, photos or videos. \nSchools can use the above media disclaimer when creating the permission slips for their ākonga. Please contact MENZA organisers before the week of the event if there are any issues with media consent for individuals. \nMENZA Wellington branch is grateful to Orchestra Wellington and Chilton St James School for their support in making the 2026 festival happen!
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/wellington-orchestra-festival-wof-2026/
LOCATION:Chilton St James School\, 124 Waterloo Road\, Lower Hutt\, Wellington\, 5010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Wellington
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WOF-advert-2026-Banner-Landscape-scaled.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T113000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260807T223615Z
CREATED:20260807T223615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T223615Z
UID:172839-1793187000-1793196000@menza.co.nz
SUMMARY:Auckland Philharmonia Orchestral Explorers Concert
DESCRIPTION:11.30am and 1pm\, Wednesday 28 October 2026\nKiri Te Kanawa Theatre\, Aotea Centre\n\nConductor David Kay\nWith Massive Theatre Company\n\nJoin us for this educational concert for school students Years 5 – 9!\n\nOrchestral Explorers is an immersive concert with the Auckland Philharmonia that welcomes school students into the world of live orchestral music. Designed especially for students from Years 5 to 9\, this engaging concert will spark curiosity\, inspire creativity and create long-lasting musical memories.\n\nThis year’s show features a very special collaboration with Massive Theatre Company\, combining theatre and music in a powerful live performance of Symphonic Legends. Created by composer Peter Scholes and renowned playwright Witi Ihimaera\, this unique Aotearoa work weaves together four mythical stories\, performed by a cast of actors and accompanied by a sweeping\, cinematic orchestral score.\n\nCommissioned especially for Auckland Philharmonia\, this year’s performances mark 30 years since the work’s premiere — a rare opportunity to experience a beautiful and significant New Zealand story brought back to the stage by two outstanding Auckland arts organisations.\n\nFREE tickets are available to select schools based on their Equity Index Number. Please contact SarahC@aucklandphil.nz for more information.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/auckland-philharmonia-orchestral-explorers-concert/
LOCATION:Aotea Centre\, 50 Mayoral Drive\, Auckland\, 1010
CATEGORIES:Auckland and Northland
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://menza.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AP_Orchestral-Explorers_1050x1050_Feb26_Title.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR