Aotearoa Allstars
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandAotearoa Allstars are a Wellington-based group made up of leaders in the music, arts sectors. They are from a number of award winning Kaupapa Māori Music bands with a stellar lineup of artists. Aotearoa Allstars will play a set featuring songs from their own musical careers as well as some NZ / Māori favourites. The … Continue reading "Aotearoa Allstars"
Zephyr Wills And The Handsome Giants
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandZephyr Wills and The Handsome Giants are back in town this winter! Come and be a part of their genre bending winter road show! From original to traditional and contemporary folk and blues to solo viola and stonking electric blues, this amazing Variety show has something for everyone! They put on a fabulous … Continue reading "Zephyr Wills And The Handsome Giants"
Whanganui Blues Buffet featuring Erna Ferry
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandThey are back! This band played for us in November last year, and they were a knockout. They are not to be missed. Hailing from the River City, Whanganui - this mighty blues band features the Loveridge Brothers, who’ve featured in many Wellington bands over the years - Captain Custard, and the 1860 … Continue reading "Whanganui Blues Buffet featuring Erna Ferry"
The Swing Session
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandThey are lots of fun, with some outstanding players. The house band, which changes each week, plays a few numbers, then we have other musicians jamming. We’ve had some stunning performances. The vibe is like a New York jazz club. Come and see for yourself.
Oscar Lavën’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Sax
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandEvery month, the audience is dancing and grooving. Why? The music is so good. It’s easy to see why they are a regular band for us. In June, the place was packed, right through to the end of the night. Honestly, you will have a great time when you come and see the … Continue reading "Oscar Lavën’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Sax"
NZSM Big Band Showcase
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandWitness two explosive, hard-swinging Big Bands from the Te Kōkī New Zealand School Of Music Performance Programme. Students from all year groups join for a night of classic swing, hard bop, funk, and fusion styles in a large ensemble format under the direction of Eilish Wilson, Oscar Lavën, and Daniel Hayles. Two steaming 18+ piece … Continue reading "NZSM Big Band Showcase"