KidsFest Big Brass Bang

Woolston Brass Academy presents KidsFest Big Brass Bang
Sunday 13 July, 2.30pm- 3.30pm Te Raekura Redcliffs School Hall
Book Early Bird Tickets via Eventfinda or Door Sales $10 (Eftpos/Cash), Children Under 14 Free
After the concert there will be opportunities to try a brass instrument and learn more about the Woolston Brass Academy

In association with KidsFest, Woolston Junior Band under the dynamic leadership of Music Director Vickie van Uden will entertain and showcase their talents on Sunday 13 July, 2.30pm-3.30pm in a concert open to the general public at Te Raekura Redcliffs School Hall. The band will perform a diverse range of fun and entertaining music that will get you clapping along and bouncing in your seat!

Woolston Junior Band will blow you away with their diverse range styles, even the youngest audience members won’t be able to take their eyes off dynamic 60-minute concert.

This musical adventure will introduce the brass and percussion family in an engaging concert for all the family to enjoy. Younger audience members will be flag-waving and marching with the band, and will have the opportunity try these instruments for themselves and learn more about the Academy. Woolston Junior Band also features an array of wonderful percussion instruments.

About Woolston Brass

Established in 1891, Woolston Brass Inc. has remained steadfast in its Māori motto, Tohea Kia Kaha (Persevere, so there is Strength). Today, the organisation is home to over 150 members across three brass bands; Woolston Junior Band, Woolston Concert Brass and Woolston Brass, and a learners’ group. Its renowned Academy education programme nurtures more than 100 children and adults, providing a supportive environment where they can develop their musical skills and engage with the community through concerts and contests at both local and national levels.

Many Academy members go on to join Christchurch’s iconic Woolston Brass, celebrated for its musical excellence and versatility. Whether performing in concert halls for the Canterbury community, captivating audiences in its annual concert series, or competing as New Zealand’s most successful contesting brass band, Woolston Brass continues to set the standard.

At its heart, Woolston Brass Inc. exists to inspire, educate, and bring people together through exceptional and diverse musical experiences.