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It was their first time at the event for all of them, and they all hoped to qualify for the national age-group championships next year. Josh said he had been aiming to set personal bests, so to win as many medals meant he had outdone himself. He said it was a good standard of competition and they had been peaking for the event. “We were doing quite well, we had done a lot of training.” Kohae said he was stoked with his efforts and Anika said they all worked hard. The group all put in a lot of practice with many training sessions every week.
Shannen Petersen’s goal is to be authentic and honest with her music. But she is wary it can also be a quick way to lose sight of what is really important. “At some point you must stop making interesting music, because you are focused on making money and selling it.” What could be mistaken for shyness is a considered and calm demeanor. Her words come from a thoughtful place, which shines through in her music. She writes about the trials of life, with slices of regional references and an affinity for bird imagery. “I am writing for myself at all times. It’s entirely selfish.”
New Zealand Music Month celebrated at Wanganui Jazz Club
26 Apr, 2021 04:00 PM
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Palmerston North Girls High School vocal group JAZZIN 4 will perform at the Wanganui Jazz Club on Sunday, May 2. Photo / Ted Frickleton
Palmerston North Girls High School vocal group JAZZIN 4 will perform at the Wanganui Jazz Club on Sunday, May 2. Photo / Ted Frickleton
Wanganui Midweek
By: Ken Chernoff
The Wanganui Jazz Club kicks off New Zealand Music Month with a delightful concert featuring the talented musicians of neighbouring Palmerston North.
The Manawatū Jazz Club Big Swing Band are coming to the monthly meeting at the St Johns Club on Sunday, May 2. And with them are a young vocal group that go by the name of JAZZIN 4.