NZUN Club & Festival Directory

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MARCH 2019

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NORTHLAND | NORTH AUCKLAND OREWA - Hibiscus Ukes

WARKWORTH - Lessons with Dianne Morgan KERIKERI - Kerikeri Ukulele Club

MANGAWHAI - Magical Mondays w. Four In A Bar MANGAWHAI - Totally Uked

MANGAWHAI - The UnKnownEntitieS DARGAVILLE - Big River Strummers WARKWORTH - Summerleles

AUCKLAND

MT EDEN - Beginner Ukulele & Singing Lessons CAMPBELL’S BAY - Shorecooleles

DEVONPORT - Folk Club: Four String Folk CENTRAL AUCKLAND - The Lost Chords GLENFIELD/MAIRANGI BAY - Ukubays POINT CHEVALIER - Uke’n’Sing

PUKEKOHE & DISTRICTS - Franklin Ukes (TBC) ALBANY - Peter’s Ukulele Classes

EAST AUCKLAND - Ukes of Howick

WAIKATO

MORRINSVILLE - Mookuleles THAMES - Ukes on Fire!

CAMBRIDGE - Riverside Ukes

TAUPO - Pumice Valley Whoopee! Band

HAMILTON - Excite Music & Arts Academy THAMES - Ukulettes

HAMILTON - Waikato Ukejam

HAMILTON - Ham East Ukuleles

BAY OF PLENTY

ROTORUA - Uke Box

WAIHI - Waihi Uke-n-Strum

KATIKATI - Katikati Ukulele Group OPOTIKI - OpotIki Ukulele Group

TAURANGA - Unique Ukes Unplugged WHANGAMATA - Surfin’ Ukes

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HAWKE’S BAY

GISBORNE - Ukulele Underground

GISBORNE - Gisborne Strummers Club

TARANAKI

NEW PLYMOUTH - Taranaki Ukestras

MANUWATU

PALMERSTON NORTH - Manuwatu Ukulele Group WANGANUI - River City Ukes

WELLINGTON

LOWER HUTT - Hutt Valley Ukulele Orchestra GREYTOWN - Wairarapa Ukulele Orchestra WELLINGTON - The Mighty Ukes

WELLINGTON - Ukes of Wellington WELLINGTON - Cafe Ukulele WELLINGTON - J’uke Ville

NELSON

NELSON - The Plinkers

NELSON - Sun City Ukes

CANTERBURY

CHRISTCHURCH - New Brighton Ukulele Jam CHRISTCHURCH - Cracroft Ukulele Group CHRISTCHURCH - Souwest Strummers

ASHBURTON - Ashburton Ukulele Group GERALDINE - Geraldine Ukulele Jam WAIMATE - Waimate Ukulele Group FAIRLIE - The Fairlie Flukes DARFIELD - Darfield Ukes

OTAGO

OAMARU - Oamaru Intergalactic Ukulele Ensemble DUNEDIN - Valley Ukulele Group

DUNEDIN - West Harbour Ukuleles

DUNEDIN - D Street Ukulele Squad ALEXANDRA - Ukes in Thyme

QUEENSTOWN - Maya Music NZ

SOUTHLAND

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INVERCARGILL - Pick’n’Mix

INVERCARGILL - Southern Strumaleles

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UKULELE FESTIVALS BANDS & PERFORMANCE GROUPS FOR HIRE

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WELCOME to the New Zealand Ukulele Network OUR GOAL:

To connect ukulele players from all around our country and the world with ukulele clubs and jams around New Zealand. This directory lists 60+ uke clubs nationwide so you can always find a strum!

LISTINGS:

We are constantly updating this directory so please do call ahead to check dates and venues to avoid disappointment. If you do find any mistakes, or discover a group that is not listed here, please let us know. To add your group, go to the Files tab in the side menu on the NZUN page. Download NZUN Directory - Club Details.docx. Fill out all the details and email it to us with a photo or two.

FOUNDERS:

Fi & Hugh McCafferty AKA The Ukulele People are probably best known as directors of the annual Geraldine Ukulele Festival (see listing back page).

When they’re not doing that they teach both children and adults one-to-one, including the James Hill Ukulele in The Classroom course. Both are accredited JHUI teachers. They are also popular entertainers at the local farmers’ market and rest homes, lead worship (on their ukes) at Geraldine’s Anglican Church, enjoy livening up parties and weddings, and run the occasional strumalong and variety show.

CONTACT US: EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

WEBSITE:

fi@ukulelegeraldine.co.nz 027 899 0703

Geraldine Ukefest New Zealand Ukulele Network New Zealand Ukulele Marketplace geraldineukefest.co.nz

NORTHLAND | NORTh AUCKLAND

OREWA HIBISCUS UKES WHEN:

7pm-8.30pm Thursdays

WHERE:

Orewa Estuary Arts Centre 214-216 Hibiscus Coast Highway, North Auckland

ABOUT US:

If you would like to be part of a noisy group who always have fun come along on Thursday night and meet us all. We can set you up with a Ukulele Buddy who will support you and there is also the option of having a few private lessons with Avon.

LEADER:

Avon Hansen-Beadle

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK: WEBSITE:

avon@ukuleleheaven.co.nz

09 476 6361 or 021 421 109 Ukulele Union

ukuleleheaven.yolasite.com/hibiscus-ukes

WARKWORTH LESSONS WITH DIANNE MORGAN WHEN:

WHERE:

Tuesdays during term-time 1.30pm Adults 2.30pm Absolute Beginners 3.30pm Kids age 6+ 4.15pm Older Kids AKA Mahurangi Maestros 5.30pm Adults

Totara Park Hall, 5 Melwood Drive, Warkworth

COST:

$5 per session; $10 songbook; $5 photocopy fee

ABOUT US:

Cheap and cheerful, and you get to learn a new instrument. 45 minute classes. ‘Let your musical dreams take flight.’ I also take an advanced class for students who have learnt most chords and would like to learn TAB and reading notes.

There are also opportunities for all students to rehearse and perform with Jade River Ukes at local community events.

LEADER:

Dianne Morgan

EMAIL:

musicmakerdiannem@gmail.com

PHONE:

021 039 4939

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NORTHLAND | NORTh AUCKLAND

KERIKERI KERIKERI UKULELE CLUB WHEN: WHERE:

6-7.30pm Third Tuesday of each month

Cherry Park House, Landing Road, Kerikeri

COST:

$2 koha

ABOUT US:

The Kerikeri Ukulele Club has been going strong since January 2015.

New members and visitors welcome.

CONTACT: PHONE: EMAIL:

Catherine Gossage 0210354520

gssg.cd@hotmail.co.uk

MANGAWHAI TOTALLY UKED WHEN: WHERE:

1.30pm Fridays

Mangawhai Domain Hall, 73 Moir Street, Mangawhai-Kaiwaka Road, Mangawhai Village

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

We have 21 members. Some are new players and others more experienced. We love to have new members and visitors join us.

LEADER:

Jane Yates

PHONE: EMAIL:

09 431 5568

janeyates58@gmail.com

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NORTHLAND | NORTh AUCKLAND

MANGAWHAI Magical Mondays w. Four In A Bar WHEN:

7-8.30pm Second Monday of the month

WHERE:

The Club, 219 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads

ABOUT US:

Magical Mondays are a monthly event led by Mangawhai’s own ukulele group, ‘Four In A Bar’.

If you can even half play the uke or just enjoy singing in the shower, you’ll love it. The Club has a wellstocked bar, and the kitchen produces a wide range of delicious meals so most people arrive early for dinner and a drink before the music begins.

The songs are displayed on two large screens, and there is an opportunity for singers and players to perform a song or two between sets.

CONTACT:

Miguel Hamber

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK: WEBSITE:

nz.hamber@gmail.com

021 489 366

Fourin Abar

magicalmondays.weebly.com/

MANGAWHAI The UnKnown EntitieS WHEN:

2pm most Sundays (check ahead)

WHERE:

99 Lawrence Rd, Mangawhai

ABOUT US:

A core group of four family members, joined by local enthusiastic uker friends. All skill levels, everyone welcome. Please check ahead of time to ensure a practice is being held.

CONTACT:

Sally Green

EMAIL: PHONE:

sally.green.email@gmail.com

09 431 4172 021 782986

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NORTH AUCKLAND | NORTHLAND

WARKWORTH SUMMERLELES WHEN: WHERE:

2pm Tuesdays

Summerset Falls Retirement Village TV Lounge, Warkworth, Rodney, North Auckland

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

We are a group of beginner and intermediate players who practice on Wednesday afternoons and perform once a month for the Care Centre residents upstairs at Summerset Falls. Visitors and new members welcome.

LEADER:

Sue Robertson

EMAIL: PHONE:

garysusan@xtra.co.nz

09 422 3023 | 027 200 3413

DARGAVILLE BIG RIVER STRUMMERS WHEN: WHERE:

6pm Tuesdays

Cicada Music Shop, 64 Victoria Street, Dargaville

COST:

$2

ABOUT US:

We have more than 20 members - some of whom are ‘expert’ with the rest of us beginners and intermediates. Under Kerri Russell’s expert musical direction, our group of strumming beginners plus experienced Ukulele players are starting to sound like a Ukulele Orchestra. Kerri gives the players tuition in both group ukulele playing and singing.

We have a little way to go, but after several public performances we have now gained confidence and, most importantly, are having fun. New members and visitors welcome.

CONTACT:

Mick Richards

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

awakinopoint@xtra.co.nz

09 439 7870 027 479 2126

dargavilleukulelegroup.org.nz

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AUCKLAND

AUCKLAND BEGINNER UKULELE & SINGING LESSONS WHEN:

Sundays 11am Intermediate 1pm Beginners

WHERE:

Eiffel En Eden (French Café) 215 Dominion Road, Mt Eden, Auckland 1024

COST:

$20 suggested donation

ABOUT US:

The main focus of the Auckland Beginner Ukulele & Singing Lessons is to empower anyone with a yearning for more music in their lives to develop their musicality and skills in ukulele playing and singing, while sharing a joyful and mutually supportive connection with the other members in the group.

A trained practitioner in ‘Sound, Voice and Music Healing’, Sonia is passionate about teaching music as an instrument for finding more inner Peace.

Sonia also teaches one-to-one private lessons for both children (including very young ones, as she has worked for years in the field of early childcare and believe humans are born musical) and adults (including older ones as she think’s it's never too late to start following one's passion).

LEADER:

Sonia Wilson

EMAIL:

soso352@gmail.com

PHONE:

0223849235

FACEBOOK:

Auckland Group Ukulele & Singing Lessons with Sonia Thinking of coming along? Please contact Sonia or check the Meetup page to check for any updates:

WEBSITE:

https://www.meetup.com/Auckland-beginnerukulele-singing-lessons

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AUCKLAND

CAMPBELL’S BAY SHORECOOLELES WHEN: WHERE:

7pm-8.30pm Tuesdays

St John's Church Youth Room, 327 Beach Road, Campbell's Bay, North Shore City

COST:

$10 per session

ABOUT US:

We are a very active group who love to perform and are constantly in demand. We welcome all players to this group and there is also the option of having a set of three private sessions with Avon to get you up to speed quickly. Come and join the fun, make new friends and learn at the same time.

Spare ukuleles are available free of charge so you can just turn up and enjoy the music.

LEADER:

Avon Hansen-Beadle

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK: WEBSITE:

avon@ukuleleheaven.co.nz

09 476 6361 | 021 421 109 Ukulele Union

ukuleleheaven.yolasite.com/hibiscus-ukes.php

DEVONPORT FOLK CLUB: FOUR STRING FOLK WHEN: WHERE:

Once-a-month - check website for dates

The Bunker, Mount Victoria, off Kerr Street, Devonport, North Shore City

COST:

Members $3; Casual $5; Free coffee, tea, Milo

ABOUT US:

Take the lookout road (off Kerr Street) to the summit carpark. Walk past the Ports of Auckland Signal Station, down the steps to the grass track with the statue. There you will find the Bunker nestled in the side of the mountain. Paul Jonson loves to sing the blues, boogie and ragtime and is an experienced performer and ukulele tutor. He also makes very fine handcrafted resonator ukuleles - talk to him about them, we’re sure he’d love to sell you one!

LEADER:

Paul Jonson

EMAIL:

singnuke@xtra.co.nz

TXT:

027 561 9876

CLUB EMAIL:

info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz

WEBSITE:

devonportfolkmusic.co.nz

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AUCKLAND

CENTRAL AUCKLAND THE LOST CHORDS WHERE: ABOUT US:

7pm-9pm Third Monday of the month The Claddagh Irish Pub, 372 Broadway, Newmarket Come along to our Ceili where between 70-120 people bring their ukes along (some bring

their recorder, others the kazoo) and sing and strum along to four song brackets - words and chords projected. There are also open mic sessions for those wanting to perform to do a song or two.

LEADER: EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

Brad Bridges

bbridges3107@gmail.com 027 599 9845

The Lost Chords

GLENFIELD UKUBAYS MAIRANGI BAY UKUBAYS WHERE:

BEGINNERS: 7.15pm Mondays

Target Road School, Glenfield, North Shore City

INTERMEDIATE: 7.15pm Tuesdays

Mairangi Bay School, Mairangi Bay, North Shore City

COST:

$10-$15 per session

ABOUT US:

This enthusiastic, committed group led by Clare McCormack enjoy performing at local concerts, the Uke play-off, and attending the New Zealand Ukulele Festival. New members and visitors welcome.

LEADER:

Clare McCormack

EMAIL: PHONE:

clare@c-change.co.nz

021 262 5588

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AUCKLAND

POINT CHEVALIER UKE’N’SING WHEN: WHERE:

6.20pm-7.20pm Wednesdays

126 Point Chevalier Road, Pt Chevalier, Auckland

COST:

Casual: $9.50; Term Subscriptions available

ABOUT US:

Formed in 2011, we welcome new members any time. Suitable for players with a reasonable degree of playing experience and who are looking for a challenge and to develop their skills.

LEADER:

Dave Parker (The Nukes)

CONTACT: EMAIL: PHONE:

Max Maxwell

max@singforjoy.org.nz

027 264 4240

PUKEKOHE & DISTRICTS FRANKLIN UKES WHEN:

At the discretion of the group when enough people are available

WHERE:

At a member’s house or other suitable venue

ABOUT US:

Started by Stuart and Rod, January 2018.

Dedicated to joining local ukulele players of all levels together without too much formality.

Our reasoning is that everyone has something to bring to the table, and will do in their own time.

A positive attitude and a willingness to give things a go.

LEADER:

Rod Horton & Stuart Lawson

EMAIL:

graphicman@xtra.co.nz

FACEBOOK:

Can also be contacted on the NZUN group page

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AUCKLAND

ALBANY PETER’S BEGINNERS UKULELE GROUP WHEN: WHERE:

10.30am-12noon Fridays in term time

Albany House, 575 Albany Highway

COST:

$5 donation

ABOUT US:

Music is good for all of us! Come and meet Peter, the friendliest ukulele tutor in town! Don’t have a ukulele yet? No worries, just come, listen and try.

Just TXT newcomers coordinator Laure to let her know you are coming!

CONTACT: PHONE: WEBSITE:

Laure

022 4188 199

albanycommunity.org.nz/whats-on-2/

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AUCKLAND

EAST AUCKLAND UKES OF HOWICK WHEN:

Mondays: Intermediate - 6pm-7.15pm; 7.15pm-8.30pm Tuesdays: Kids Classes: 5.15pm-5.45pm Beginners - 6pm-7pm Advanced - 7pm-8.30pm

WHERE: COST: LEADER:

Upstairs @ 120 Picton Street, Howick

$15

Caleb Strickland

Lynn has enjoyed being a part of the lively and innovative New Zealand Music scene for over 35years, playing in bands and as a soloist, accommpanying herself ukulele.She loves jazz, country, blues, nostalgic music and show tunes.

EMAIL:

mrcalebstrickland@gmail.com

FACEBOOK:

Ukes of Howick

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waikato

MORRINSVILLE MOOKULELES WHEN: WHERE:

7.30pm-8.15pm Tuesdays

Morrinsville Community House, 43 Canada Street, Morrinsville

COST:

$10 per session (includes refreshments)

ABOUT US:

A friendly fun bunch, we play a range of music including Pacific, rock’n’roll, modern pop.

Private sessions available for beginners (max six people). We also invite guest artists and workshop leaders from time-to-time. Come and join us!

Ukes and tuners are available to borrow or buy.

LEADER:

John Howlett

EMAIL: PHONE:

john@mookuleles.com

022 0499 599

FACEBOOK:

Morrinsville Ukulele Group

WEBSITE:

www.mookuleles.com

MOOKULELES THAMES UKES ON FIRE! WHEN:

6.30pm-9pm Wednesdays

WHERE:

Friendship Club, 307 Mary Street, Thames

ABOUT US:

We are a community ukulele band that gathers for practices every Wednesday evening in Thames.

We love any excuse to get up and play for a crowd and get them dancing and singing along with us!

Ukes on Fire! are often seen at community events and family gatherings around the penninsula.

LEADER:

Maggie Purnell

PHONE: FACEBOOK:

0211 809 708 Ukes on Fire

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waikato

CAMBRIDGE RIVERSIDE UKES WHEN: WHERE:

7pm-9.30pm Wednesdays

Cambridge Raceway, Taylor St, Cambridge (Eastern end,Boardroom by Secretary’s Office)

COST:

$5

ABOUT US:

Our nights are lots of fun and we play a wide variety of songs. Visitors are welcome to join us.

LEADER:

Sheila Storrs

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

sheilastorrs@gmail.com

021 163 7114

Riverside Ukes (GROUP)

TAUPO PUMICE VALLEY WHOOPEE! BAND WHEN:

3pm-5pm First Sunday of the month

NB: Please call ahead in summer months

to check date and time

WHERE:

The Lake Bistro @ Suncourt Hotel 14 Northcroft Street, Taupo

COST:

$2

ABOUT US:

Hiya fellow ukers, friends and family of ukers and just people who like to have a happy time. We have a monthly gathering in the garden bar if nice, or upstairs if weather is not too good. Ploughman’s Restaurant & Bar have a delicious new menu to tickle your tastebuds, and of course the hospitality is second to none.

LEADER:

Linda Seaton

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

whoopeeband.linda@gmail.com

07 378 5164

Pumice Valley Whoopee Band

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waikato

HAMILTON EXCITE! MUSIC & ARTS ACADEMY WHEN:

CONTACT CELIA FOR DETAILS

WHERE:

Building C, 29 Gilchrist Street, Avalon, Hamilton

COST:

Contact us for details or visit our website

ABOUT US:

Excite! Music and Arts Academy is a creative arts program. Kids and adult daytime and evening ukulele groups are part of the fun!

Minor Strings: 9+ Beginners; Major Strings: 9+ Intermediate level; Kiwileles: free to anyone learning at Excite; Ukenstart: Adult beginners’ classes; Nukestra: Ukenstart graduates extend skills in a social group; Ukestra: extend skills further and join this growing social group and performance ‘orchestra’.

LEADER: EMAIL: PHONE: WEBSITE:

Celia Williamson

celiaw52@gmail.com

0275 366 966 | 07 444 5047 exciteacademy.co.nz

THAMES UKULETTES WHEN:

5pm Thursdays

WHERE:

Thames Friendship Club, 307 Mary Street, Thames

ABOUT US:

We started as a total beginners ukulele group and have progressed from there. We are now called the Ukulettes and our motto is: ‘It’s all about the Uke’

CONTACT:

Lynn Aro-Mitchell

PHONE: EMAIL: FACEBOOK:

027 979 0591

lyndylou1949@outlook.com

Ukulettes (GROUP)

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WAIKATO

HAMILTON WAIKATO UKEJAM WHEN: WHERE:

3pm First Sunday of the month

Meteor Theatre foyer, cnr. Victoria St and Anzac Parade, Hamilton

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

We are a monthly jam for waikato based ukulele players. We aim to build community well being through music participation and welcome players of all ages and abilities.

LEADER:

Melissa Hackell

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

waikatoukejam@gmail.com

027 767 0669

Waikato Ukulele Jam

HAMILTON HAM EAST UKULELES WHEN:

5.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (during school terms)

WHERE:

Waimarie-Hamilton East Community House 63 Wellington St, Hamilton

ABOUT US:

Fun, friendly group classes for beginners and more experienced players.

CONTACT:

Alice Bulmer

EMAIL: FACEBOOK: WEBSITE:

aliceuke@gmail.com

Alice Bulmer Music

alicebulmermusic.com

Alice plays in nine-member ukulele group, the Strumbles, and is also a Waikato Ukejam organiser.

Alice has been a musician since the age of six, when her mother taught her ukulele. Since then she’s played violin and viola in orchestras; fiddle in folk and bluegrass groups; drums and bass in rock bands. A few years ago she found her way back to her first love, the ukulele, and she’s never looked back. She loves bringing her wide experience of music to teaching others to play.

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BAY OF PLENTY

ROTORUA UKE BOX - STRUMALONG & OPEN MIC WHEN: WHERE:

3pm Third Sunday of the month

Rotorua Museum Mezzanine, Tutanekai Street, Rotorua

COST:

Free entry

ABOUT US:

Open to both players and non-players alike, UkeBox is a forum for all who enjoy ukulele and music. Rotorua’s own ukulele group, Thermaleles, begin with a short performance followed by a community sing/play along (music projected) and an open mic session for anyone who would like to perform. There are also hands-on learning opportunities demonstrating the art of ukulele playing. Contact Julie or post on the Facebook page for material to be covered or songsheets to be used during UkeBox.

LEADER:

Julie Parsons

EMAIL: FACEBOOK: WEBSITE:

julie.parsons@rotorualc.nz

Rotorua UkeBox

rotoruamuseum.co.nz

WAIHI WAIHI UKE-N-STRUM WHEN: WHERE:

5.30-6.15pm Tuesdays

Waihi Central School Hall, Moresby Street, Waihi

COST:

$5

ABOUT US:

We are a recently formed group of ukelele enthusiasts who meet to learn and play ukelele.

It doesn't matter if you have never touched a ukelele before or if you've been playing your whole life because all skill levels are welcome. Bring your ukulele and a sense of fun. If you don't have a ukulele there will be a few available to use at the hall. Tutoring will cater for beginners and more advanced players. See you there!

CONTACT:

Angela Armiger

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

waihiukenstrum@gmail.com

027 662 8826

Waihi Uke-n-Strum

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BAY OF PLENTY

KATIKATI UKULELE GROUP WHEN:

7pm Thursdays

WHERE:

It varies - contact Christine or Camellia for details

ABOUT US:

We are a friendly, fluid group who play a wide variety of music. Numbers vary and other instruments are welcome. Beginners and visitors are welcome to join in. We do perform in public occasionally as Ukes-a-Plenty but there is no pressure! Come and check out what Katikati has to offer (a great place for your escape to the country).

LEADER:

Christine Donehue

PHONE:

027 480 9261

EMAIL:

camellia@pcconnect.co.nz

FACEBOOK:

Katikati Ukulele Group

OPOTIKI UKULELE GROUP WHEN: WHERE:

5pm-7pm Tuesdays

Rose Garden Cottage, Cnr Ford & Church Street Opotiki

COST:

$2

ABOUT US:

Deciding they wanted to learn to play ukulele, Jo and Shona formed this friendly little hum-andstrum group - that was back in 2014 and we’re still going strong! We welcome and support all beginners, and if you are a leader we would love you to take us to the next level.

LEADER:

Jo Sutherland

PHONE:

027 410 0048

CONTACT:

Ngaio Knebel

PHONE:

027 410 0048

EMAIL:

opotikiukulele@gmail.com

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bay of plenty

WHANGAMATA SURFIN’ UKES WHEN:

4.30pm Thursdays

WHERE:

Whangamata Club, 404 Port Road, Whangamata

ABOUT US:

We are a small uke group who enjoy playing at functions around town. If you are in the area on holiday, come and join us for a social strum along.

Ring first to check time and venue as we do change occasionally.

CONTACT:

Daphne Inglis 07 865 7143 Brian Wilson 07 865 9150

EMAIL:

john.daphne@yahoo.com

TAURANGA UNIQUE UKULELES UNPLUGGED WHEN: WHERE:

1pm on 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month

Member’s Lounge, Tauranga RSA, Greerton

COST:

Free

ABOUT US:

Designed to support ukulele players by encouragement and opportunity to advance on their individual path, in the direction of your choosing, and at your own pace.

Some group strumming and singing, some individual items, and finishing around 3pm so we can buy a cup of tea and enjoy ukulele conversation. Join us for lots of fun.

PS: Just bring ukuleles please (not other instruments)

LEADER:

Loma Mitchell

PHONE:

07 579 5109

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HAWKE’S BAY

GISBORNE UKULELE UNDERGROUND WHEN: WHERE:

7pm last Friday of every month

Gisborne Bowling Club, Rawhiri Street, Gisborne

COST:

$5 at the door

ABOUT US:

A ukulele revolution has started in Tairawhiti.

Our purpose is to coax ukulele players, currently undercover in our region, out to be seen and heard.

We always welcome newcomers and guest performers.

GISBORNE STRUMMERS CLUB WHEN: WHERE:

6pm-7pm Thursdays

Gisborne Bowling Club, Rawhiri Street, Gisborne $10 casual or $80 for 10 pre-paid sessions.

Pre-paid subscription is valid for six months so you don't lose any if you can't make it regularly.

ABOUT US:

A new group for those who want to play with other people and develop skills at a relaxed pace. If you have got basic ukulele skills or have done a beginners course, then this group would suit you.

Keren also takes Beginners’ Classes.

Contact her for details.

LEADER: PHONE: EMAIL: WEBSITE:

Keren Rickard 021 073 4426

keren.rickard@gmail.com gisborneukuleleunderground@gmail.com

gisborneukuleleunderground.com

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TARANAKI

NEW PLYMOUTH TARANAKI UKESTRAS WHEN:

NEW PLAYERS: 7pm

Mondays | 10am Tuesdays Westside Bar, 41 Tukapa Street, New Plymouth EXPERIENCED: 7pm

Wednesdays First Wednesday: Tasman Bowling Club Octavius Place Rest of the month: Decanta Bar 19 Devon Street

ABOUT US:

Groups meet weekly and are led by community musician Tony Hansen who has been teaching music through the ukulele since 2014. New songs taught most weeks via handouts. Each session is a mix of fun and musical-learning and includes easy singalongs, and ‘ukestrated’ part-playing from Beethoven to Marvin Gaye. Groups perform at functions and community events. We welcome visitors. Beginners’ Groups run for 6-8 weeks, usually on Tuesday evenings. Contact Tony for details.

LEADER:

Tony Hansen

PHONE: EMAIL:

022 184 0720

taranakitonyhansen@gmail.com

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manawatu

PALMERSTON NORTH MANUWATU UKULELE WHEN:

Fortnightly on Saturday Please check website for dates

WHERE:

Shed 23: 23 Princess St, Palmerston North

COST: WHEN:

$15 casual session $35 for three (saving of $10)

9:45am: Start-Up (for absolute beginners: 16+)

10:45am: Strum Along: (16+) Come along for fun, support, learning, singing and the sheer joy of playing with a large group. Broaden your knowledge of chords, strums & uke techniques with your city’s most inspiring music leader.

ABOUT US:

Jennifer Moss is a highly experienced performer and teacher whose main aim is to pass on her immense passion for music-making. Acknowledged as a local creative giant, she brings a sparkly joy to all her sharing of Singing, African Drumming Dance and the humble Ukulele!

TUTOR:

Jennifer Moss

EMAIL: WEB: FACEBOOK:

play@jennifersmusic.co.nz

jennifersmusic.co.nz

Jennifer Moss Music

WANGANUI RIVER CITY UKES WHEN: WHERE:

Fortnightly on Tuesday 7pm-9.30pm

RSA Bunker Bar, 170 Hill Street, Wanganui

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

Dust off your ukulele and join this friendly group.

Gain more confidence, learn new skills and some ukulele tricks! Percussion instruments are welcome and there are ukes to borrow, too. All skill levels.

PHONE:

Sue 027 276 1776 Alan 021 194 3816 Colin 021 645 365

EMAIL:

boz@inspire.net.nz

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WELLINGTON

LOWER HUTT HUTT VALLEY UKULELE ORCHESTRA LESSONS:

Tuesdays 11am-12pm Seniors’ Lessons Great lessons for starting out (koha) Music Warehouse, 478 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt Wednesdays 5.30pm-6.10pm Advanced ukulele lessons w. Justin ($20/lesson) Music Warehouse, 478 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt

STRUM:

Thursdays 7pm-8.30pm Community Strum Petone Workingmen's Club, 47 Udy Street, Petone Put a Strum in Your Heart: Community ukulele strum for young and old. Our venues offer their facilities and hospitality to us at no cost so please support our home pub and wonderful publicans by planning to purchase a beverage and/or food at every jam you attend.

LEADER:

Justin Reed Justin sings lead, and back up and vocal harmonies, in the Irish Band Shenanigans. He plays ukulele and guitar, together with a fiddle player, drummer and bass player. Based in Wellington, Shenanigans regularly perform their energetic dance music with a Celtic fun twist, throughout the country at weddings, charity events, corporate functions, and parties.

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK: WEBSITE: SHOP:

justin_reed_@hotmail.com

(04) 939 3660 or 027 4958 462

The Hutt Valley Ukulele Orchestra

lordeofthestrings.com

Music Warehouse, 478 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt

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wellington

WELLINGTON THE MIGHTY UKES WEEKLY MEETUPS: WHEN: WHERE:

7pm-8.30pm Tuesdays

The Office Bar & Cafe, 124 Riddiford Street, Newtown, Wellington

COST:

Free entry; koha appreciated

ABOUT US:

We started in February 2012. Open to everyone who loves to uke and sing. Absolute beginners, veteran ukers and ukulele lovers from everywhere.

Fun, laughter, joy are compulsory. Visitors are always warmly welcomed and we’ve had plenty over the years including USA, Australia, UK. We perform at community festivals and we are invited to play local gigs throughout the year.

BEGINNERS: WHEN:

2pm-4pm Monthly on Sundays (check website for dates)

WHERE:

Mt Vic Hub, 24E Elizabeth Street, Mt Victoria

COST:

$20 (unwaged) $25 (waged) to cover cost of venue & booklets

ABOUT US:

FIRST HOUR: learn the basics of tuning, uke holding, common chords, Jimi-Jimi strumming, 4-beat rhythm, and play 2-chord songs.

SECOND HOUR: add more chords, sing songs with

3-4 chords, practice in dyads for peer feedback and join in a short, fun group performance.

On completion, you’ll have learned basic ukulele skills you can build on. There’s also an open invitation to join our weekly ukulele meetup Tuesdays to meet the uke whanau and enjoy regular practice with The Mighty Ukes NZ MOTTO:

Uke & Spread the Love

LEADER:

Sophia Tara

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

wellyukes@gmail.com

027 345 2010

Wellington Ukulele Peace Academy

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WELLINGTON

WELLINGTON UKES OF WELLINGTON WHEN/WHERE:

9.45am Wednesdays Summerset Retirement Village 65 Guildford Drive, Paraparaumu 10.30-12pm Saturdays Kapiti Village, 1 Henley Way, Paraparaumu See Facebook for details

11am-12.30pm - every second Sunday Sunday Strum @ Music Warehouse 478 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt See Facebook for details

2-3pm - first Sunday of the month Sunday Strum @ Expressions 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt COST:

$5 strum fee (kids free)

ABOUT US:

Ukulele players gather together from all over, ages 5-85 with one thing in common, the mighty uke. Music sheets are available in song books and Dropbox (shared via my Facebook pages) and there are always spare ukes and percussion.

New strummers of all ages are most welcome.

LEADER:

Shane McAlister Shane is a motivational ukulele teacher and corporate trainer who also runs weekly kids’ uke clubs at eight primary schools throughout the region, and regular uke workshops in the school holidays. Also known as The Ukulele Institute (TUI), Shane presents corporate team-building uke workshops from five to 500 strummers.

MOTTO:

You can uke!

EMAIL:

theukuleleinstitute@gmail.com

PHONE: FACEBOOK:

027 27 37 47 5

Wellington Ukulele Club The Ukulele Institute

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wellington

WELLINGTON CAFE UKULELE WHEN: WHERE:

2pm-4pm every second Sunday

Southern Cross Garden Bar, 37 Abel Smith Street, Te Aro, Wellington

COST:

Koha

ABOUT US:

An informal get-together offering a chance to play ukulele in a small friendly group. Plenty to keep strummers of all levels interested, with a mix of song styles and eras. Choose a song from our songbooks or bring along something new. We are happy to share knowledge and learn from each other. Other stringed instruments, singers, new members and visitors are most welcome.

LEADER:

Stephen Beeston

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK: MEETUP:

beestie1961@gmail.com 029 777 1027 Cafe Ukulele Cafe Ukulele

WELLINGTON J’UKE VILLE WHEN: WHERE:

4pm last Sunday of each month

The Johnsonville Club, 1 Norman Lane, Johnsonville, Wellington We meet in the big room upstairs

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

We are a group of ukulele players who meet once a month to enjoy a strum and sing along together.

Anyone is welcome to (all levels) join us. Though we are a ukulele group, feel free to bring other instruments if you would like. We have an open mic sometimes and love people to bring songs to share with us. We provide a song/music book. Most of all, the group is just to relax and have fun.

LEADER:

Jan Grindle and Diana McRae

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

jag5@xtra.co.nz (Jan) dianarosemary.mcrae@gmail.com (Diana)

04 234 8739 (Jan) 04 479 8363 (Diana)

J’uke Ville

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NELSON

NELSON THE PLINKERS WHEN: WHERE:

4pm-6pm Sundays

Function Room, Ocean Lodge, Muritai St, Nelson

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

Casual members welcome! We love having people drop in from other uke groups in New Zealand (and around the world)! We work from songbooks which are available to borrow or purchase. Songs also available to download from our website.

CONTACT:

Mother Duck AKA Karen Brown

EMAIL: WEBSITE: FACEBOOK:

plinkers.uke@gmail.com

http://www.plinkers.org

Plinkers

NELSON SUN CITY UKES WHEN: WHERE:

10am Thursdays

Scout Hall, Songer Street, Stoke, Nelson

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

Casual members and visitors welcome.

LEADER:

Christine Laumbach

CONTACT: PHONE:

Marji Scott

03 548 1480

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CANTERBURY

CHRISTCHURCH NEW BRIGHTON UKULELE JAM WHEN: WHERE:

7.30pm Fridays

St Faith's Hall, 46 Hawke Street, New Brighton, Christchurch

COST:

$2 per session

ABOUT US:

We are a bunch of ukaholics and welcome everyone to bring more uke joy to the world! We welcome singers and other musical instruments, too. Lyrics and chords are projected, basic three-chord songs to start then move toward more challenging material as the night progresses. We sometimes feature our original Pirate Music and other Natural Magic songs. We are also the home of The Secret Lives Of Ukulele who often lead the singing and playing. Whenever possible the Pirates perform here in New Brighton, sometimes at various markets and events around town.

LEADER:

Captain Long John Knickers

EMAIL: FACEBOOK:

pirateukuleleclub@yahoo.com

New Brighton Ukelele Jam

CHRISTCHURCH CRACROFT UKULELE GROUP WHEN:

7pm-9pm Thursdays

WHERE:

Silverbacks Cafe, 144 Cashmere Road, Hoon Hay, Christchurch

ABOUT US:

Bring a ukulele and join us (although we have a variety of other instruments such as guitars, violins, harmonicas etc.) Primarily though, we are a ukulele group. Songs we sing are on our website - you can print off your own copies to bring with you. Preprinted copies of all the songs can be ordered at the meeting, at cost. New members and visitors always welcome.

CONTACT:

Lynn Robb

EMAIL: PHONE: WEBSITE:

ukulyn@gmail.com 021 067 6771

cracroftuku.wordpress.com

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Canterbury CHRISTCHURCH SOUWEST STRUMMERS WHEN: WHERE:

7-9pm Thursdays

The Harvard Bar& Café @ Wigram Base Hotel 14 Henry Wigram Drive (just off Springs Rd)

COST:

Gold Coin

ABOUT US:

Visitors and new members always welcome.

Drinks, coffee, tea and food available to purchase.

Music sheets available.

CONTACT:

Liz Meredith

EMAIL: PHONE:

liz.meredith@xtra.co.nz 027 221 0532

ASHBURTON ASHBURTON UKULELE GROUP WHEN: WHERE:

7pm-8.30 pm Wednesdays

Savage Club Rooms, 62 Cox St, Ashburton

COST:

$25 per school term

ABOUT US:

Beginners to advanced. New members and visitors welcome. Music sheets provided, something for every skill level. Guitar players welcome, too, the more the merrier - and singing is not compulsory! Enjoy tea and cookies afterwards.

LEADER:

Barbara Thomas

EMAIL: CONTACT: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

barbara@ladybanklearning.co.nz

Bev Ching

027 474 2003

Ashburton Ukulele Group

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CANTERBURY

GERALDINE UKULELE JAM WHEN: WHERE:

7.30pm Tuesdays

RSA Rooms, Talbot Street, Geraldine

COST:

$5 in the hat

ABOUT US:

Visitors and new members always welcome.

Wide variety of musical genres. Music sheets are provided for our eclectic repertoire. Enjoy a cuppa with us afterwards.

CONTACT:

Maggie Sewell

EMAIL: PHONE:

adobealpacas@xtra.co.nz

03 693 7608 027 272 0181

WAIMATE WAIMATE UKULELE GROUP WHEN: WHERE:

7pm Tuesdays

At member’s homes - call ahead for details

COST:

$2 per session

ABOUT US:

New members and visitors of any level welcome

LEADER:

Kristine McLachlan

PHONE:

03 689 8825 027 228 9603

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CANTERBURY

FAIRLIE MACKENZIE UKULELE GROUP AKA THE FAIRLIE FLUKES

WHEN: WHERE:

Thursdays - contact Kathy for details

Mackenzie Community Library, Kirke St, Fairlie

COST:

$2

ABOUT US:

We are a community group which started in 2015.

We welcome people with other instruments, we cover a wide range of music and we enjoy playing/singing together.

LEADER:

Kathy Pettengell

PHONE: EMAIL: FACEBOOK:

027 667 2365

kipster@hotmail.co.nz

The Fairlie Flukes

DARFIELD DARFIELD UKES WHEN: WHERE:

11am-12noon Mondays in term-time

Darfield Library Community Room 1 South Terrace, Darfield

COST:

$5

ABOUT US:

Beginners, more experienced players and visitors are welcome with a focus on fun and friendship.

LEADER:

Adele Langlands

PHONE: EMAIL: FACEBOOK:

03 318 7112

adelelanglands@gmail.com

Malvern School of Music NZ

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OTAGO

OAMARU INTERGALACTIC UKULELE ENSEMBLE WHEN: WHERE:

7pm-9pm Mondays

SUMMER: Gallery Grainstore, 9 Harbour Street, South Hill, Oamaru WINTER:

Eveline Church Hall, 424 Thames Highway

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

All welcome!

LEADER:

Donna Demente

EMAIL:

donnademente@hotmail.com

DUNEDIN VALLEY UKES WHEN: WHERE:

7pm-8.30pm Wednesdays

North Valley Baptist Church, 268 North Rd, North East Valley, Dunedin

COST:

$4 covers photocopying

ABOUT US:

We love having people join up, we welcome newcomers and visitors and give you plenty of music to take home. Music sheets provided, something for every skill level.

LEADER:

Adrian Dearly

CONTACT: PHONE:

Facebook Messenger 027 389 2574

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OTAGO

DUNEDIN WEST HARBOUR UKULELES WHEN: WHERE:

11am most Sundays (check FB or contact Greg) Pioneer Hall, George Street, Port Chalmers

COST:

$3

ABOUT US:

WHU was created to meet the needs of ukulele players in the Port Chalmers / West Harbour area but also invites players from Dunedin, Waitati, anywhere close enough that you could come to Port Chalmers once a week. Ukeists of all ages and skill levels are welcome, and sheet music is provided. If you don't have a ukulele come anyway - we usually have a couple of spares.

LEADER:

Greg Hings

EMAIL: PHONE: FACEBOOK:

greghings@gmail.com

021 96 23 96

West Harbour Ukuleles

DUNEDIN D-STREET UKULELE SQUAD WHEN: WHERE:

5.45pm Sunday

Polytec Poho Room, cnr. Harbour Tce & St David St, Dunedin (next to the A Block)

COST:

Gold coin

ABOUT US:

We have a huge repertoire of sing-along favourites.

Ukes are available for those that don't have them.

New members and visitors welcome are welcome.

CONTACT:

Carole Stewart

EMAIL: PHONE:

mcstew@slingshot.co.nz

027 3928470

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OTAGO

ALEXANDRA UKES IN THYME WHEN: WHERE:

7.30pm Wednesday or Thursday, sometimes Sunday

37 Glencarron Street, Alexandra

COST:

$6 per session

ABOUT US:

All welcome

LEADER:

Barry Bemrose

EMAIL: PHONE: PHONE:

kiwiscanuke@yahoo.co.nz

03 448 7675

www.ukesinthyme.simplesite.com

QUEENSTOWN MAYA MUSIC BEGINNER CLASSES WHEN: WHERE:

6.30pm-7.30pm Thursdays Maya Music store

15 Red Oaks Drive, Remarkables Park Recreational Precinct, Frankton COST:

$15 per session

ABOUT US:

Maya Music LOVE ukuleles and are running Adult Beginner and Intermediate Classes.

If you don’t own a uke yet, you can rent one until you’re ready to buy your own. Fun times!

LEADERS:

Deo & Becks

PHONE: FACEBOOK:

03 428 0036

Maya Music NZ

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SOUTHLAND

INVERCARGILL PICK’N’MIX WHEN:

7.30pm Thursdays

WHERE:

Oreti Beach, Invercargill

ABOUT US:

Visitors and new members welcome.

We play a lot for retirement homes.

LEADER:

Des Collins

EMAIL: PHONE:

ford.collins@xtra.co.nz

03 213 0840

INVERCARGILL SOUTHERN STRUMALELES WHEN:

6pm-8pm Fornightly on Mondays

WHERE:

Please contact us for details

ABOUT US:

Auditions not required, new members welcome

CONTACT:

Karen Goffe

EMAIL: PHONE:

karengoffe89@gmail.com

027 240 9586

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FESTIVALS

GERALDINE UKEBOX MINIFEST WHEN: WHERE:

Geraldine, South Canterbury

ABOUT:

Join us in sunny Geraldine for this exclusive event. Sensational UK band UKEBOX will be in town for ONE NEW ZEALAND SHOW ONLY! Ukulele’s answer to The Beatles, these five lads from Liverpool will blow you away with their superbly arranged medleys and funky originals (check out the YouTube links below). There’ll also be an Earlybird event, Workshops and Ukes in Cafes.

AUCKLAND NZ UKULELE FESTIVAL 2019 WHEN:

16 November 2019

WHERE:

Trusts Arena, Auckland

ABOUT:

The happiest day on Auckland’s event calendar, the NZ Ukulele Festival is a FREE fun-filled family music event. The line-up features The Kiwileles’ Massed Schools 2500-strong Ukulele Orchestra, the amazing NZ Ukulele Squads and special celebrity guests with MC Jackie Clarke. There will be plenty of joy and fun for all, with food stalls, ukulele workshops, instruments and merchandise for sale, competitions, prizes and giveaways. Contact Charlotte Marshall, events@nzukulele.org.nz for more info

FACEBOOK: WEBSITE:

5-6 April 2019

BOOK NOW - SEATS LIMITED

YOUTUBE: CONTACT: EMAIL: FACEBOOK: WEBSITE:

Beatles Medley: youtu.be/kGqgFM3I2f0 Distraction: youtu.be/n_e3FSarsD8 Fi McCafferty

fi@ukulelegeraldine.co.nz

Geraldine Ukefest

geraldineukefest.co.nz

NZ Ukulele

www.nzukulele.org.nz

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FESTIVALS

LORENZO VIGNANDO AKA

UKULOLLO and his spellbinding

Cinemagic Show Italy’s

Lorenzo Vignando with his

unique blend of original songs and cinemagic genius

7th Annual FEATURED ARTISTS ABBI COLLINS • ANGELFISH B’N’T • DAVID POWDRELL FOX STREET FUNOMENON • LADY FRIDAY LORINA HARDING • THE OL’ GUITS SECRET LIVES OF UKULELE SHANE MCALISTER Shirley-ANN rowley • TANSY KERRISK THE UKULELE PEOPLE • VALLEY CHICKS WORKSHOP TUTORS ADAM JOHNSON • ANNA VAN RIEL GREG HINGS • HUGH & FI MCCAFFERTY JODI DELGADO • KAREN BROWN LORENZO VIGNANDO • PAUL LEE SHANE MCALISTER SHIRLEY-ANN ROWLEY

GERALDINE GERALDINE UKEFEST | GUF19 WHEN: WHERE:

Geraldine, South Canterbury

ABOUT US:

Join us in sunny Geraldine for our 7th Annual Geraldine Ukefest! Italian singer/songwriter Lorenzo Vignando AKA Ukulollo is our feature performer this year, along with New South Wales Ohana, Kiwi singer/songwriter Anna Maria van Riel and many more in two huge concerts... plus there’ll be usual favourites - the Big Strum, Ukes in Cafes, Workshops, a Gospel Jam, UkeBombing, OpenMics, Earlybird events (incl. REALLY EARLY Earlybird Wednesday 17 July), and plenty of opportunity for socialising, busking and impromptu jams.

CONTACT:

Fi McCafferty

with

OHANA New South Wales duo

Lea & Adam Johnson

ANNA VAN RIEL

Award-Winning Otago singer/songwriter

TWO BIG CONCERTS

EARLYBIRD JAM UKEBOMBING

THE BIG STRUM UKES IN CAFES OPEN MIC GOSPEL JAM

WORKSHOPS FAMILY MATINEE PLUS MORE

GERALDINEUKEFEST.CO.NZ

18-21 July 2019

EMAIL: FACEBOOK: WEBSITE:

fi@ukulelegeraldine.co.nz

Geraldine Ukefest

geraldineukefest.co.nz

Always something to learn

WORKSHOPS 7th Annual STARRING LORENZO VIGNANDO OHANA ANNA VAN RIEL FEATURED ARTISTS ABBI COLLINS • ANGELFISH B’N’T • DAVID POWDRELL FOX STREET FUNOMENON • LADY FRIDAY LORINA HARDING • THE OL’ GUITS SECRET LIVES OF UKULELE SHANE MCALISTER Shirley-ANN rowley • TANSY KERRISK THE UKULELE PEOPLE • VALLEY CHICKS WORKSHOP TUTORS ADAM JOHNSON • ANNA VAN RIEL GREG HINGS • HUGH & FI MCCAFFERTY JODI DELGADO • KAREN BROWN LORENZO VIGNANDO • PAUL LEE SHANE MCALISTER SHIRLEY-ANN ROWLEY

LOADS OF NEW CLASSES INCLUDING JAZZ, HARMONY, VIDEO TIPS AND AN ORCHESTRA! 90 MINUTE WORKSHOPS $20EA

WORKSHOP 1: Thursday 2pm-3.30pm 1A: UKESTRA LEARN A SONG FOR PERFORMANCE: Shane McAlister WORKSHOP 2: Friday 10am-11.30am 2A: GUF ORCHESTRA - FOR PERFORMANCE - PART 1: Hugh & Fi 2B: MAKE GREAT YOUTUBE VIDEOS: Lorenzo Vignando 2C: ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS: Shane McAlister 2D: BE A DIY SELF-MANAGED ARTIST: Anna van Riel WORKSHOP 3: Friday 4pm-5.30pm 3A: GUF ORCHESTRA - FOR PERFORMANCE - PART 2: Hugh & Fi 3B: PLAY ONE UKE, SOUND LIKE TWO: Lorenzo Vignando 3C: BASS FOR BEGINNERS: Greg Hings 3D: RHTHYM ’n’ REGGAE: Karen Brown WORKSHOP 4: Saturday 9am-10.30am 4A: LICKS, BEATS & TRICKS: Lorenzo Vignando 4B: STRUMMING STYLES: Shane McAlister 4C: U CAN UKE 'n' SING HARMONY: Shirley-Ann Rowley 4D: BASS BEYOND THE BASICS: Greg Hings WORKSHOP 5: Saturday 11am-12.30pm 5A: SONGWRITING: Lorina Harding 5B: U CAN SING: Jodi Delgado 5C: PERFORMANCE 101: Shane McAlister 5D: U CAN UKE 'n' JAZZ: Shirley-Ann Rowley

TICKETS geraldineukefest.co.nz

WORKSHOP 6: Saturday 2pm-3.30pm 6A: U CAN SING ‘n’ STRUM AT THE SAME TIME: Jodi Delgado 6B: FINGERSTYLE UKULELE: Adam Johnson 6C: ARRANGING A SONG FOR PERFORMANCE: Paul Lee 6D: UKESTRA LEARN A SONG FOR PERFORMANCE: Anna van Riel

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UKULELE BANDs & PERFORMANCE GROUPS

CAMBRIDGE

Strum D - Graham Lawes ROTORUA

Thermaleles - Julie Parsons GISBORNE

Strumpettes & Co - Sher Green NEW PLYMOUTH

Taranaki Ukestras - Tony Hansen WELLINGTON

Shane McAlister The Mighty Ukes NZ - Sophia Tara CHRISTCHURCH

Natural Magic Pirates - Kerry & Mary McCammon The Secret Lives of Ukulele - Paul Lee GERALDINE/TIMARU

The Ukulele People - Hugh & Fi McCafferty TIMARU

GROUPS & BANDS FOR HIRE Looking for entertainment at your event?

To talk to a ukulele band or group in your area just click the band name and you’ll be linked straight to the contact email address: AUCKLAND

The Nukes - Simon Vare Paul Jonson North of Bombay - Clare McCormack Unprediktable - Lynn Walters TE PAHU/HAMILTON

The Apron Strings - Jim Fulton Big Muffin Serious Band - Jim Fulton MORRINSVILLE

Mookuleles - John Howlett THAMES

Ukes on Fire! - Estelle 07 868 6638 MATAMATA

Ukeladies SC - Sharleyne Diamond Ukulele Sunshine Group - Russell Hendry 027 208 2044 FAIRLIE

Mama D’ukes - Deborah Tipa OAMARU

Intergalactic Ukulele Ensemble - Donna Demente DUNEDIN

The Flukes - Fiona Stuart The Valley Chicks - Margie Davis WANAKA

Wanaka Ukuleles - Rachel Pearson-Irvin ALEXANDRIA

LX Ukes / Lauder Ukes - Bruce Mcdonald INVERCARGILL

Lady Friday - Kylie McGinnis Shirley C - Shirley Cranstoun SOUTHLAND

Southern Strumaleles - Karen Goffe

Mataleles - Marilyn Chappell WHANGAMATA

Surfin’ Ukes - Daphne Inglis

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