Showcasing the best emerging jazz players from Aotearoa New Zealand.

47TH WRIGHT FAMILY FOUNDATION NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ COMPETITION

Experience these outstanding young musicians as they compete for trophies, prizes and awards.

New, this year!  Hear the best of the best in our auditioned 2025 NYJC Big Band and the 2025 NYJC Honours Combo.

These future jazz stars will blow you away!

Check online for the final schedule: nationalyouthjazz.org.nz

 

Prizegiving: Wed 9 April 4.45pm -6.00pm

Featuring performance by the 2025 NYJC Big Band

Addison Theatre

 

Wed 9 April 7pm – 7.30pm

Performance by the 2025 NYJC Honours Combo

XSpace KOHA

Jazz at the Jam Factory Series

Join us for a boutique jazz experience.

Jazz Village

Our very own New Orleans French Quarter!

Hot Pool Jazz

The hotter the better!

Katikati Jazz Street Festival

Get ready for an unforgettable day in the heart of Katikati!

NZ Army Band Jazz Showcase

Be blown away by the world-famous New Zealand Army Band in concert

Celebrating Rodger Fox

Big Band Boom!
Date: Mon 7 – Wed 9 April 2025
Baycourt Community & Arts Centre | Addison theatre & X Space
8.30am-5pm
Admission:

$20 full day

$12 half day

3 day ticket $50

Free 14 yrs and under