Cossie and the Disappointments – The Urban Winery

The Urban Winery 3 Ossian Street, Ahuriri, Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

We all know that the best music for singing and dancing was created last century, so let’s do it! Bursting out of Wollongong, NSW, Australia, Cossie and the Disappointments are a retro party big band with 17 musicians and two female singers that play hits from the 50s to the 90s for maximum musical enjoyment. […]

Cossie and the Disappointments with Hawke’s Bay Big Band

Havelock North Function Centre 30 Te Mata Road, Havelock North, Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

We all know that the best music for singing and dancing was created last century, so let’s do it! Bursting out of Wollongong, NSW, Australia, Cossie and the Disappointments are a retro party big band with 17 musicians and two female singers that play hits from the 50s to the 90s for maximum musical enjoyment. […]

Cossie and the Disappointments – Hygge at Clifton Bay

Hygge at Clifton Bay 468 Clifton Road, Te Awanga, Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

We all know that the best music for singing and dancing was created last century, so let’s do it! Bursting out of Wollongong, NSW, Australia, Cossie and the Disappointments are a retro party big band with 17 musicians and two female singers that play hits from the 50s to the 90s for maximum musical enjoyment. […]

Verse and Versatility

St. Matthews Church 207 Lyndon Rd, W,, Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

On Sunday November 19 the choir will present a concert titled Verse and Versatility in St. Matthews church, Hastings at 2 pm.   The verse is a premiere performance of a beautiful setting of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 116, composed by current choir director, Jane Pierard.   The program is diverse and exciting, showing off the versatility of the […]

Extraordinary Machines of Clockwork and Steam

Waiapu Anglican Cathedral of St John the Evangelist 28 Browning Street, Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Whizz, bang, crash! It’s Extraordinary Machines of Clockwork and Steam!  Industrial revolution meets futuristic fantasy in this exciting new performance by the Bay Cities’ Symphonic Band. With an programme featuring works from Gershwin to Goodwin, this steampunk inspired concert promises a joyride from start to finish!  Thanks to funding from Creative Communities Napier, we have been […]

Sanctuary Sounds

Takapau Private Farm Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Sanctuary Sounds is a not-for-profit music festival showcasing an eclecticmix of music from all over New Zealand and abroad. The 3 day festival is a truegrassroots experience, held on a rural property in Takapau, Central Hawkes Bay,where you will find yourself immersed in music, art, food and friendship! First line-up release coming soon!! We are […]

Festive Feast

Village Baptist Church Te Aute Road, Havelock North, Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

The final concert for Hastings Choral for the year is a Feast of Carols from around the world. Joyous songs and beautiful harmonies. A celebration of traditional and contemporary Christmas music from around the world plus Benjamin Britten's 'Ceremony of Carols'. Conductor - Joe ChristensenPianist - Ann Hansen

Small Hall Sessions with  BARRY SAUNDERS & JACKIE BRISTOW – Elsthorpe

Elsthorpe Community Hall 7 Kenderdine Road, Elsthorpe, Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Two true troubadours join forces to present a selection from their considerable individual repertoires, alone and together Jackie Bristow has made music her entire life. Gore-born, Jackie moved to Sydney in 1998, then based herself in LA and Austin while touring the world. Jackie has spent the last few years opening for the likes of […]

The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond

Toitoi Opera House 101 Hastings Street South,, Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Neil Diamond - the consummate American singer-songwriter whose deep, resounding voice and timeless tunes have made him one of the world’s most loved and lauded artists, earning him numerous Top Ten hits, Grammy awards and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Now comes The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond, […]

Small Hall Sessions with  BARRY SAUNDERS & JACKIE BRISTOW – Raukawa

Raukawa Community Hall 1416 Raukawa Road, Raukawa, Hastings, New Zealand

Two true troubadours join forces to present a selection from their considerable individual repertoires, alone and together Jackie Bristow has made music her entire life. Gore-born, Jackie moved to Sydney in 1998, then based herself in LA and Austin while touring the world. Jackie has spent the last few years opening for the likes of […]

Jackson Plumpton Winter Session December

Abbey Winery & Brewery 1769 Maraekakaho Road, Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Jackson Plumpton takes the stage at Abbey for the first time... Following in the footsteps of his idols, Bob Dylan, Radiohead and the Arctic Monkeys, Jackson story tells through thoughfully curated covers. Singing your favourite songs from the 60s through to the 2000s Jackson is sure to entertain

HB Compilation Record Launch Party – Under the Sun Vol. 3

The Old Church 199 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Come along for the launch and presentation of Under the Sun Vol. 3 - Hawke’s Bay’s 3rd album featuring a selection of our amazing artists. Let’s celebrate local music at the Old Church Restaurant on Wednesday, 13th December, from 7:00 pm with drinks, nibbles and of course live performances by eight talented musicians from the […]

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