JAZZ AT THE JAM FACTORY
Jan Preston’s Boogie Duo
JAN PRESTON is a knockout singer and pianist who has captured audiences around the world.
She has created her own blues/boogie style trademarked by exceptional piano playing, together with her vibrant singing and skillful songwriting.
Winner of 5 music awards, Jan plays concerts and festivals throughout Australia NZ and Europe, writes music for film and TV, having just completed the score for her sister, Dame Gaylene Preston’s latest film “Grace”.
From a background in classical music, Jan joined Red Mole Theatre Troupe, and first played Blues in Wellington with Midge Marsden’s Country Flyers. She and Midge’s bass player, Neil Hannon, went on to form Auckland rock band COUP D’ETAT with Harry Lyon (Hello Sailor) who had a hit with the song Doctor I Like Your Medicine, after which in 1980 Jan moved to Sydney.
- Other Events
The Lockie Bennett Trio
Lockie Bennett is a jazz guitarist based in Wellington, who specialises in bop-oriented music
NICK GRANVILLE’S FUNK AND DRUM EXTRAVAGANZA
It’s jazz… just not as you’ve heard it.
EVERYTHING IN ITS RIGHT PLACE
Tauranga Big Band. Taking its name from the Radiohead classic.
THE SUNSET CRUISE
Cruise away to the sounds of Jazz on the iconic Kewpie
Katikati Jazz Street Party
Get ready for an unforgettable day in the heart of Katikati!
Wright Family Foundation National Youth Jazz Competition
Showcasing the best emerging jazz players from Aotearoa NZ secondary schools.
- Event Info
Saturday 28th March 2026
The Jam Factory | Historic Village
7pm – 8.30pm
Admission:
- $30 GA
- $25 Concession/Earlybird
- $25 Jazz Society Members $20 Student/Child
* Service fees apply
