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SUMMARY:Sun\, moon and stars with music with Christoph Maubach – Christchurch
DESCRIPTION:Sun\, moon and stars with music with Christoph Maubach – Christchurch\n\n\n\n\n\n June 14\, 2025\n 9:00 am – 4:00 pm  \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue:  Chisnallwood Intermediate Music Suite\,76 Breezes Rd\,Avondale Christchurch \nSongs\, instrumental play and words give rise to creative music and movement in this workshop. Imagery derived from songs about the sun\, the moon and the stars form the starting points for musical creations. Participants will find ideas and musical activities directly applicable to the primary classroom. Songs with ukulele accompaniment\, classroom percussion\, fun-filled rhythm building\, and movement are part of a colourful oeuvre. \nChristoph Maubach\n \nGraduate Diploma in Teaching (Waikato)\nMaster of Education (Melbourne)\nDiploma of music and movement education (Orff-Institute\, Salzburg) \nChristoph\, a former music education lecturer (University of Waikato)\, internationally recognized workshop leader\, and Board member of the IOSFS (International Orff Schulwerk Forum Salzburg\, Austria)\, has led workshops in Taiwan\, China\, Europe\, Australia and New Zealand. Christoph’s music education work is anchored in the Orff Schulwerk Approach and is suitable for children\, families and adults alike. His sessions link fun-filled creative activities that develop insights into how music ‘works’. \nEnquiries: email office@onza.nz \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\nPrice\nQty\n\n\n\n\nONZA Member\n$60.00 NZD\nQuantity 0  1  2  3  4  5 \n\n\nNon member ( includes one year Membership)\n$80.00 NZD\nQuantity 0  1  2  3  4  5 \n\n\nFull Time Student\n$30.00 NZD\nQuantity 0  1  2  3  4  5 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/sun-moon-and-stars-with-music-with-christoph-maubach-christchurch/
LOCATION:Chisnallwood intermediate School\, 76 Breezes Road\, Christchurch\, 8061\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250623T153000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250623T163000
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SUMMARY:ITM ZOOM hui with Brenda Oakley
DESCRIPTION:Join MENZA’s ITM representative Brenda Oakley online on Monday 23 June\, 3.30pm\, for a zui about issues front of mind for itinerant teachers of music and Music Department HODs. \nThis is an end of term catch-up to check in around ITM loadings and non-contacts\, discuss/raise any issues\, and information around ITM workshops at MENZA conference in the upcoming school holidays. See you there!
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/itm-zoom-hui-with-brenda-oakley/
CATEGORIES:National
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250702T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20250427T080745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T080745Z
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SUMMARY:He Wai Kōmako - NEWZATS Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:He Wai Kōmako – NEWZATs warmly invites you to Conference 2025 “Ngā Ringa Kōmiri” in Tāmaki Makaurau from July 2-4 at the University of Auckland\, School of Music! This exciting event will offer a fantastic professional development opportunity for singing teachers\, choir directors\, and voice professionals across Aotearoa. Expect engaging workshops on Musical Theatre\, Classical\, Jazz\, and Vocal Cross-Training\, alongside expert-led presentations on Vocal Health Science. We’re thrilled to welcome keynote speaker Mary Saunders-Barton from the USA\, and there will be plenty of opportunities for networking and connecting with fellow singing enthusiasts\, including a celebratory Gala Dinner at the Copthorne! This is an event you won’t want to miss! Register through the link below.\n\nhttps://www.newzats.org.nz/conference-2025.html
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/he-wai-komako-newzats-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Auckland University\, 6 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland and Northland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250705T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250705T160000
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SUMMARY:Songs and Games for Children - A Kodály Inspired Approach
DESCRIPTION:Songs and Games for Children – A Kodály Inspired Approach\nWith Loren Easterbrook \nSaturday\, July 5\, 10am – 4pm\n455 Hagley Avenue\n$90/$70 (low income) \nLoren Easterbrook currently works as a music specialist at Belmont Primary school. She has a Bachelor of Music in Jazz composition and arranging and has worked as a music teacher for many years in New Zealand and Australia. \nShe is inspired by the Kodaly concept of music teaching and believes music is for everyone! \nThis workshop will feature many of Loren’s favourite games and activities for Primary music from absolute beginners as well as how to extend activities for different ages and abilities. \nLoren is passionate about making music education both fun and rigorous\, helping students achieve high levels of musicianship\, musical literacy\, and enjoyment of music! \n\nRegister here
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/songs-and-games-for-children-a-kodaly-inspired-approach/
LOCATION:Multicultural Recreation and Community Centre\, 455 Hagley Avenue\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250706T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250709T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250807T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T010845Z
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SUMMARY:Waikato Regional Hub Te Reo Puoro - Kairahi Snack & Yack
DESCRIPTION:Music teachers from around the Waikato region are warmly invited to a snack & yack gathering to talk about all music-related topics\, tips and tricks for teaching and more. A wonderful opportunity to meet and network with fellow music teachers. You don’t have to be a MENZA member – this is all about supporting our music teacher community – you are not alone! Hosted by MENZA Board member Trevania Walbaekken. Looking forward to welcoming you! \nPlease RSVP to Trevania Walbaekken: trevaniaw@nawton.school.nz for catering purposes.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/waikato-regional-hub-te-reo-puoro-kairahi-snack-yack-for-music-teachers/
LOCATION:Foundation Bar\, Te Awa Shopping Centre\, 1 Maahanga Drive\, Northgate\, Hamilton\, 3210\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Waikato and Bay of Plenty
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250903T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250903T201500
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SUMMARY:Strum Strike and Blow 2025
DESCRIPTION:Strum Strike and Blow \nWednesday Sept 3rd\, 2025 \nStrum\, Strike and Blow is an exciting amalgamation of the ChCh Marimba Festival and ChCh Uke Fest which will feature over 1\,200  students playing marimbas\, ukuleles and recorders.  The Festival is run by Music Education Canterbury and Christchurch Civic Music Council and is in its 12th (and 11th Festival) year and is held in the Wolfbrook Arena (formerly Christchurch Arena). \nOnce schools have registered they are given access to the music which will generally involve 5 individual pieces for ukuleles\, recorders and marimba and a massed item for all three groups of instruments. \nThe music caters for all levels of experience and when performed live at the festival event\, is backed by a professional band. \nWe run workshops for teachers and have plenty of rehearsal material available. \nWe have a full rehearsal on the day between 9:30am-1:15pm at the arena for all participating schools with the accompanying band. \nSchools can register for this festival through the registration page (click here).
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/ssb2025/
LOCATION:Wolfbrook Arena\, 55 Jack Hinton Drive\, Addington\, Christchurch\, 8042\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250907T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20250719T231959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T231959Z
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SUMMARY:French Circle Dances and English Country Dances
DESCRIPTION:French Circle DancesHere we will learn simple dances from Renaissance France. These dances have easy tunes which can be sung or played by the tutor/students on recorder and drum.\n\nEnglish Country DancesMoving on from the French Circle dances\, we will learn medium difficulty-level English dances first published in 1651. These dances have easy tunes which can be played by the tutor/students on recorder and drum.\n\nAbout NicolaNicola joined the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) while she was studying at the University of Canterbury. This diverse group of historic re-enactors exposed her to many aspects of European culture\, including cooking\, crafts\, martial arts\, music\, and dance. After their dance master moved back to Australia\, Nicola began teaching the weekly dance classes for the SCA\, a volunteer position which lasted thirteen years.\n\nCost – $30 per person.\n\nPlease register using this link https://forms.gle/7KGQ99t8SawWCVG47
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/french-circle-dances-and-english-country-dances/
LOCATION:WEA Canterbury Workers’ Educational Association\, 59 Gloucester Street\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8013\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250916T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250919T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20250514T222007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T222007Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20250514T222550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T222550Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Musicworks":MAILTO:education@musicworks.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20250728T231221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T221503Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251010T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20250924T003131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T021344Z
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SUMMARY:MENZA Podcast Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the launch of our brand new podcast! We will share kai\, listen to the first episode\, and thank all the behind-the-scenes heroes who made this podcast possible. \nVenue: the Tuning Fork in Auckland. \nPlease RSVP here for catering purposes. \nSee you there!
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/menza-podcast-launch/
LOCATION:The Tuning Fork\, 42/80 Mahuhu Crescent\, Parnell\, Auckland\, 1010
CATEGORIES:Auckland and Northland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251023T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251027T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20250221T234417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T235003Z
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SUMMARY:Christchurch Big Band Jazz Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Christchurch Big Band Jazz Festival is a five day music festival held every Labour weekend in Christchurch. \n• It brings fresh musical vibrancy to the streets and venues of Ōtautahi\, Christchurch in spring\, attracting thousands of listeners to exciting toe-tapping entertainment all around the city. \n• Running since 2006\, the CBBF is run by the community for the community and is the only Big Band Festival in New Zealand. \n• Accessibility is a kaupapa of the festival with mostly free performances. \n• Bands from all over New Zealand gather in Christchurch to play Big Band style jazz providing performance opportunities for around 500 musicians in 20 – 25 groups across 60 scheduled performances as well as a Big band Boogie Ball. \nAs well as all the performances\, there are workshops for youth and all ages as well as a jam night and parade to join in with. \nJunior Jazz Jam\, an event for Primary school aged jazz bands runs on the Thursday afternoon. \nSee details and registration at chchbigbandfest.com. [Registration is through a portal – if you have played other years\, you just login and \nSpecific event details will be updated from late May on. \nRegistrations open late February and close May 3rd for big bands\, but workshops and ticketed events will be live until the event unless sold out prior.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/christchurch-big-band-jazz-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Christchurch\, Canterbury\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260220T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20251125T022337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T065153Z
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SUMMARY:Taonga Puoro weekend: Rapaki Marae\, Ōtautahi
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai haere mai ki te ao Puoro. \nWelcome to the world of Taonga Puoro in the world of Tangata Moana.\n\nPlease fill out the registration form if you would like to attend a Taonga Puoro wānanga at Rapaki Marae\, Christchurch.\n\nDetails:\n\nVenue: Rapaki Marae\, Christchurch\nDates: Friday 20th 5pm – Sunday 22 February 2026 3pm\nPowhiri: 5pm\nKoha: a gift to Mana whenua – Can be a taonga\, money or tradtional rongoa\nCost: Koha to MENZA\nFacilitators: Kelly Kahukiwa\, Horomona Horo\, Wiremu Sarich\n\n\nWhat to bring: \n– Blanket\n– Pillow\n– Appropriate clothing\n– Instrument (could be a Taonga Puoro\, Guitar\, Harp\, Trumpet\, Stone\, Spoons – kei a koe\, up to you)\n– Shell\, Stick\, Stone kei a koe te tikanga\, it is up to you how big or small.\n– Bring lots of questions\n– Be open minded\n\n\nNoho Marae: \nWe are limited to 40 spaces\, so a confirmation email will be sent out by December the 1st. \n\nPlease arrange your transport to and from Marae\, full catering is provided\n\n\nMENZA Organisation Contact: admin@menza.co.nz\nWānanga Contact: Christian McDonald chris.mcd@hotmail.co.nz 0224161353\n  \nTo secure your place\, please register here.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/taonga-puoro-rapaki-marae-otautahi-2/
LOCATION:Rāpaki Marae\, 37 Rapaki Drive\, Te Rāpaki-o-Te Rakiwhakaputa\, 8971\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury,National
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260408T153000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260410T180000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20260317T081842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T081842Z
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SUMMARY:IRMTNZ National Conference
DESCRIPTION:The IRMTNZ 2026 Conference\, Kotahitanga*\, explores the theme of interwoven relationships in musical contexts\, with topics including: \n\ncreative ideas for teaching beginner students\nthe alliance between composers and performers\nenhancing ensemble collaboration\ncrossing the boundaries of music genres\nchoral singing.\n\nKotahitanga features an outstanding lineup of guest speakers including: \n\nAustralian music educator and author Tim Topham\nSOUNZ Chief Executive and flutist Dr Hannah Darroch\ncollaborative pianist Dr Sarah Watkins\nNZSQ violist Gillian Ansell MNZM\nNZCF Governance Board Chair Pete Rainey MNZM\nAuckland University Associate Professor Graham McPhail\nMENZA Board member Brenda Oakley\nMoE Lead Adviser and DJ Dr Martin Emo\nregistered music therapist and guitar teacher Alvaro Saura Moreno.\n\nNelson Centre for Musical Arts is the ideal venue for our Conference\, with fabulous facilities\, and close proximity to the CBD and various accommodations. There will also be optional outings to Nelson’s award-winning Boathouse for the Conference dinner\, and Seifried Winery’s Harvest Kitchen for a post-Conference lunch. \nREGISTRATION \nPROGRAMME  \nGUEST SPEAKERS \nACCOMMODATION \nEarly Bird registrations are now open.  Click the link above to register and please direct any enquiries to our Conference Registrar\, Katherine Jones: conference.irmtnz@gmail.com \nYou can view a full list of the conference fees HERE.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/irmtnz-national-conference/
LOCATION:Nelson Centre for Musical Arts\, 48 Nile Street\, Nelson\, 7010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:National,Nelson/Tasman
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260410T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
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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 \nPlease register your interest here – there are limited places\, so will be given to those who apply first.
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:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20260304T031818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T031818Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of Musical Play
DESCRIPTION:This two hour interactive practical Musical Play workshop is based on Julie Wylie and Dr. Susan Foster Cohen’s recently published book “Unleashing the Power of Musical Play” Routledge Publishers England.\nIt will help participants to gain understanding about Julie Wylie’s philosophy of Musical Play through practical exploration of how to follow the child through improvisation\, specific use of the elements of music. use of sung instructions and narrative songs. There wil be an emphasis on exploring the importance of musical play to human development and human relationships within families\, in schools\, early childhood settings\, and in therapeutic contexts. Musical play can enrich communities\, bring people together from different cultures\, through intergenerational music\, and support individual and community well being. \nBOOK NOW \nDate: Saturday April 18th\nTime: 10 am-12pm\nVenue: Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church\, 5 Downing St\, off Lewis St which is off Hoon Hay Rd.\nFee: $60\nTo register: Please email jcwyliemusic@gmail.com before 11 April.\nPayment should be made to the following account. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A DIFFERENT ACCOUNT FROM THE ONE YOU PAY CLASS FEES TO.\nAccount Name: Julie Wylie Institute of Musical Play Limited\nAccount No: 02-0828-0131676-000\nParticulars: 180426\nReference: Your name \n  \nJulie Wylie MNZM founded the New Zealand Musical Parenting Association in 1992. She was the founder of the musical play programme at the Champion Centre\, Burwood Hospital\, Christchurch\, New Zealand\, where she was the senior music specialist for twenty eight years. Julie has been invited to present music workshops and papers in many countries\, including Korea\, Japan\, Singapore\, Australia\, the United Kingdom\, Lithuania\, Estonia and Finland. She has received awards for her music leadership\, and her music resources have won international awards. Julie was made a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2018 Queen’s Birthday Honours. She has her own music school for mothers and babies and children aged 0-8 years founded in 1990 and is the Director of the Postgraduate online training programme: “Certificate of Musical Play as Therapy”.
URL:https://menza.co.nz/event/the-power-of-musical-play/
LOCATION:Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church\, 5 Downing St\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canterbury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Wylie":MAILTO:info@juliewyliemusic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260912T000000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260913T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T012147
CREATED:20260325T020343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T020343Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Music Therapy New Zealand":MAILTO:info@musictherapy.org.nz
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