The Te Aratai Jazz Band has had a busy time this term.

After months of rehearsal, learning and perfecting an entertaining set, it was finally time to show off all their hard work. They started off by competing at Jazz Quest on the 30th of July, achieving a bronze award.

Next, they spent an evening in the recording studio, leaving with high-quality audio recordings of two of their songs. They took some time to have dinner, and a cake baked for the leaving year thirteens. The following morning our students were thankful to have Rodger Fox arrive, to give his expert advice on how to improve their set. Finishing the week on a high note, they performed at Otautahi Jazz Jam, an event where 14 jazz bands from across Christchurch came together at Christchurch Boys High to perform a night of jazz music.

NEXT UP

1- Eastgate Library Student Showcase Thursday, August 11th

2- Music Night in Tepuna Hall on Wednesday, September 28th