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From left; Marshall, Josh, Nikhil, Ryan
 
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Dunedin Youth Jazz Festival

Jo Dryden —

We had a really successful day at the Dunedin Youth Jazz Festival on Friday, coming away with six different awards.

  • The Jazz Band was awarded the highly commended award in the Big Band section.
  • King’s Jazz Combo was awarded 'runner up' in the Combo comp.
  • Joshua Tuiavii - Award for Best performance on the drumkit - the adjudicator commented highly on his flawless performance.
  • Nikhil Rawat - Award for Best performance on Baritone saxophone.
  • Ryan McCleery - Award for the most promising alto saxophonist.
  • Marshall Klenner - Award for the most promising pianist.

We are all very proud of these talented young men.