April 2025
Sherlock Albazi Quartet
James Sherlock and Lillian Albazi are Naarm-based musicians with distinguished careers spanning jazz, classical, and experimental music. James, a celebrated guitarist and 1997 Ike Isaacs International Jazz Guitar Award winner, has toured extensively, performing at prestigious venues like the Montreux Jazz Festival and collaborating with renowned artists, including Sheila Jordan, Cyrille Aimée, and The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. With six albums as a bandleader, James’s artistry has earned international acclaim, including a recent feature in François Tétaz’s film score for The…
Find out more »Great Hall Lunchtime Concerts: L.A. Mitchell
You may know her from Fly My Pretties, or the recent Bill Withers Social Club shows. Come and hear the bold and stunning voice of L.A. Mitchell. You can expect to hear songs from her travels in music, working with New Zealand heavyweights Sir Dave Dobbyn, Tim Finn, Bic Runga, Dallas Tamaira and Troy Kingi. And songs from some of her favourites - Carol King, Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, Elton John and Adele. What People are saying about L.A.Mitchell I…
Find out more »Tusekah & Friends
Join us on the night of Former Ōtautahi local and University of Canterbury student Tusekah's graduation as she takes the stage with her talented friends and fellow musicians who have helped shaped her musical journey while based in based in Ōtautahi. This intimate, soulful event will showcase a mix of original tunes, smooth melodies, and powerful performances. With influences stemming from classic R&B to contemporary Neo-Soul, the night promises an electrifying blend of rich vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and grooves that…
Find out more »Will Kao Quintet
William Kao, an accomplished 19-year-old trombonist, multi-instrumentalist and composer from Christchurch, has just returned from a prestigious full scholarship at Berklee’s summer program. There he studied with musical legends Victor Wooten and Simon Moullier. Since the age of 16, William has showcased his exceptional jazz talent nationwide and recently internationally, performing in top venues from The Bebop (Boston) Smalls jazz club (NYC) to East Shore jazz club (Beijing). William is committed to growing as a musician and eventually making his…
Find out more »OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night
Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night DJs Regress & 59 to 1 will take you on a journey celebrating the Dark 80s featuring Goth Rock, Post-Punk, Dark Wave, Industrial, Death Rock, Future Pop, Cold Wave, Synth Pop +more Expect to hear music from a selection of these artists and more; ALIEN SEX FIEND, AND ONE, BAUHAUS, CABARET VOLTAIRE, CHRISTIAN DEATH, CLAN OF XYMOX, COCTEAU TWINS, COVENANT, DEAD CAN DANCE, DEATH CULT, DEPECHE MODE, ECHO AND THE…
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