The Jazz groups at CBHS were in full performance and competition mode from August 1st through to August 8th.

They competed in both Ara’s Jazzquest and at the Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival. The boys performed very well and received great reviews from audiences and judges for their playing, attitude, and public appeal.

Ara Jazzquest

• Jazz Band - Silver
• Funk Band - Gold
• Funk band - Best overall ensemble

Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival

Competition against schools from across the South Island

• Hone Pirini - Best soloist

• Jacob Carter - Selected for the all-stars band
• Funk band rhythm section - The best rhythm section
• Funk band - Best Ensemble
• Funk band - Overall festival winners

• Combined band award - GOLD