Showcasing the best emerging jazz players from Aotearoa New Zealand.
48TH WRIGHT FAMILY FOUNDATION NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ COMPETITION
For 48 years we have been showcasing the best emerging jazz players from Aotearoa NZ secondary schools. Get ready to be wowed as these outstanding young musicians compete for trophies, prizes and awards.
Hear the best of the best in our auditioned 2026 NYJC Big Band performances.
These future jazz stars will blow you away!
Event Info
Mon 30 March – Wed 1 April 2026
8.30am-5pm approximate performance time
Check online for the final schedule: nationalyouthjazz.org.nz
Prizegiving:
Wed 1 April 5pm – 6.30pm
Featuring performance by the 2026 NYJC Big Band
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The Lockie Bennett Trio
Lockie Bennett is a jazz guitarist based in Wellington, who specialises in bop-oriented music
COCKTAIL SWING
Experience the glitz of the Big Band era with hot jazz and cool cocktails
TNT
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EVES Scan and Win
Look for the EVES Scan and Win QR codes across festival venues
Uptown Downtown
Experience a feast for the body and soul
EVERYTHING IN ITS RIGHT PLACE
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- Event Info
Mon 30 March – Wed 1 April 2026
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
*Service fees apply
