New Orleans Comes to the Village

New Orleans Comes to the Village

On Monday 6 April, the Historic Village, 17th Ave Tauranga, becomes The Jazz Village as it transforms into a slice of the New Orleans French Quarter for a day of music and family-friendly fun.

From the intimate setting of the Lafayette Church to outstanding world class outdoor jazz on the Big Easy stage, there is a great variety of music on offer in this magical one day event.

“The Jazz Village is a great family outing– from Nana to the grandkids, there is something for everyone this Easter,” says Festival Director Rebecca Chambers. “We really encourage people to come down for the whole day, take time to meander between the stages, check out the markets and kidzone, and enjoy a relaxed family day out.
“We are very excited to be finishing the festival this year with performances by Wellington City Shake-‘Em’On’Downers, Fantine, and Joel Shadbolt with Rodger Fox.”

With strolling bands, food vendors, the Bay of Plenty Times community market, entertainment for the children, there is plenty on offer for all the family.

Entry is $15 for adults and free for children under 14. TECT cardholders are free – gold coin donation to Tauranga Jazz Society appreciated.

For the full band lineup visit www.jazz.org.nz
Tickets available www.ticketek.co.nz phone 0800 842 538

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The Jazz Village, Historic Village, 159 17th Avenue, Monday 6 April 12pm-8pm
Programme:

Preservation Hall:
The future of jazz is on show in from 12pm to 2pm featuring the amazing talent of the Baby Jazz, and Young Guns of the Blues students.
BBC & Friends

New Orleans Music Factory:
Hosted by the Auckland-based Creative Jazz Club Aotearoa featuring Chris Cody and Dr DOG.

Hot House Jamming stage:
Featuring the Hamilton Blues CO

Lafayette Church:
Dee de Luca with Dixon Nacey
Radius

Grand finale 4.20pm - 8pm: The Wellington City Shake-‘Em-On-Downers , Fantine, Joel Shadbolt with special guest appearance by Rodger Fox.
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