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Te Anau Ukulele Festival TUF24

Thu 10th Oct 2024, 4:00 pm - Sun 13th Oct 2024, 6:30 pm NZDT
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  1. EARLY BIRD THURSDAY - 10 OCT

    1. FREE! Early Bird Thursday "TEKI'' - Lorenzo's Sound Illustrated Book Launch

      Check out Lorenzo's new sound illustrated book "Teki" - this is not just a book. It is like nothing you've ever read before, it's not easy to explain in words!, It's a complete sensory experience, a story to watch, read and listen to at the same time: a book and an album together! Come and check it out the the Library. The Teki book will also be available to purchase on the night.

      Check out Lorenzo's new sound illustrated book "Teki" - this is not just a book. It is like nothing you've ever read before, it's not easy to explain in words!, It's a complete sensory experience, a story to watch, read and listen to at the same time: a book and an album together! Come and check it out the the Library. The Teki book will also be available to purchase on the night.

      Free
    2. FREE! Evening with Folkinfusion & Friends at The Fat Duck Restaurant

      Kicking TUF24 off with Margi, Tracey & Renee from Folkinfusion & Friends at our local Fat Duck Restaurant. Be sure to book a table for dinner (at own expense) by contacting The Fat Duck online or come and have a quiet drink, meet and greet with old friends and new friends. Let the fun begin! Please note earlier time of 5 pm!

      Kicking TUF24 off with Margi, Tracey & Renee from Folkinfusion & Friends at our local Fat Duck Restaurant. Be sure to book a table for dinner (at own expense) by contacting The Fat Duck online or come and have a quiet drink, meet and greet with old friends and new friends. Let the fun begin! Please note earlier time of 5 pm!

      Free

  2. FUN DAY FRIDAY - 11 OCT
    1. LIMITED! Time Slot Jackson Peaks Mountain Heli-Strum with Jac

      Reaching for the sky, Jac's deam, nothing like getting high and with a ukulele ....Boom! Southern Lakes helicopter's magical Jackson Peaks Mountain Heli-strum. Leave from lakefront helipad and fly to Jackson Peaks to get a panoramic view of both Lake Te Anau and Lake Manapouri, alpine landing for 20 minutes quick strum then return to base. Limited numbers and time for this flight but TUF24 goers can also choose a time that suites you to do same flight with own group (minimum 3 pax max 5-6 weight depending, need to know person weight for fuel etc) Also TUF24 goers can get 20% discount off any flights in Te Anau and Mount Cook during this week. Also weather dependent. Be at helipad 20 minutes prior for safety briefing.

      Reaching for the sky, Jac's deam, nothing like getting high and with a ukulele ....Boom! Southern Lakes helicopter's magical Jackson Peaks Mountain Heli-strum. Leave from lakefront helipad and fly to Jackson Peaks to get a panoramic view of both Lake Te Anau and Lake Manapouri, alpine landing for 20 minutes quick strum then return to base. Limited numbers and time for this flight but TUF24 goers can also choose a time that suites you to do same flight with own group (minimum 3 pax max 5-6 weight depending, need to know person weight for fuel etc) Also TUF24 goers can get 20% discount off any flights in Te Anau and Mount Cook during this week. Also weather dependent. Be at helipad 20 minutes prior for safety briefing.

      $240.00
    2. FLEXIBLE TIME & DATE Slot Jackson Peaks Mountain Heli-Strum

      YOU BOOK IN TIME AND DATE THAT SUITES YOU! UKE OR NO UKE! LEAD YOUR OWN INDEPENDENT STRUM. Southern Lakes Helicopter's magical Jackson Peaks Mountain Heli-strum. Leave from lakefront helipad and fly to Jackson Peaks to get a panoramic view of both Lake Te Anau and Lake Manapouri, alpine landing for 20 minutes. TUF24 goers can also choose a time that suites you to do same flight with own group (minimum 3 pax max 5-6 weight depending must know individuals weight for fuel etc ) Also TUF24 goers can get 20% discount off any flights in Te Anau and Mount Cook during this week. Also weather dependent. Be at helipad 20 minutes prior for safety briefing.

      YOU BOOK IN TIME AND DATE THAT SUITES YOU! UKE OR NO UKE! LEAD YOUR OWN INDEPENDENT STRUM. Southern Lakes Helicopter's magical Jackson Peaks Mountain Heli-strum. Leave from lakefront helipad and fly to Jackson Peaks to get a panoramic view of both Lake Te Anau and Lake Manapouri, alpine landing for 20 minutes. TUF24 goers can also choose a time that suites you to do same flight with own group (minimum 3 pax max 5-6 weight depending must know individuals weight for fuel etc ) Also TUF24 goers can get 20% discount off any flights in Te Anau and Mount Cook during this week. Also weather dependent. Be at helipad 20 minutes prior for safety briefing.

      $240.00
    3. Devonshire High Tea with Duo Sonia & Nigel At Lakefront Cafe
      Devonshire High Tea with Duo Sonia & Nigel At Lakefront Cafe

      Sit back and admire the majestic lake front view while Duo Sonia Wilson & Nigel Gavin share there love for music while you take on the most delicious Devonshire high tea by cake extraordinaire Clare Pennell. My advice would be do not have lunch beforehand. ÁPOLOGIES NO GLUTEN FREE OPTION AVAILABLE.

      Sit back and admire the majestic lake front view while Duo Sonia Wilson & Nigel Gavin share there love for music while you take on the most delicious Devonshire high tea by cake extraordinaire Clare Pennell. My advice would be do not have lunch beforehand. ÁPOLOGIES NO GLUTEN FREE OPTION AVAILABLE.

      $40.00
    4. FREE! FUN DAY Friday ''TEKI'' - Lorenzo's Sound Illustrated Book Launch

      Check out Lorenzo's new sound illustrated book "Teki" - this is not just a book. It is like nothing you've ever read before, it's not easy to explain in words!, It's a complete sensory experience, a story to watch, read and listen to at the same time: a book and an album together! Come and check it out the the Library. The "Teki" book will also be available to purchase on the night.

      Check out Lorenzo's new sound illustrated book "Teki" - this is not just a book. It is like nothing you've ever read before, it's not easy to explain in words!, It's a complete sensory experience, a story to watch, read and listen to at the same time: a book and an album together! Come and check it out the the Library. The "Teki" book will also be available to purchase on the night.

      Free
    5. Friday 11 October Big Concert

      Paul Lee | Anna Van Riel & Synergy | Duo Sonia & Nigel | The Thin White Ukes Refreshments available from 6.30 PM - cost not included. DOORS OPEN 6.30 PM

      Paul Lee | Anna Van Riel & Synergy | Duo Sonia & Nigel | The Thin White Ukes Refreshments available from 6.30 PM - cost not included. DOORS OPEN 6.30 PM

      $50.00

  3. SATURDAY - 12 OCT
    1. Saturday 12 October Wild West Hoe Down Themed Concert

      The Flukes | LX Ukes | Lorenzo Vignando (aka} Ukulollo | From The Top. Wild West Hoe Down Theme (Costume only optional) | Find that Inner Cowboy or Cowgirl. Music played will be artists choice. Refreshments available from 6.30 PM - cost not included. DOORS OPEN 6.30 PM.

      The Flukes | LX Ukes | Lorenzo Vignando (aka} Ukulollo | From The Top. Wild West Hoe Down Theme (Costume only optional) | Find that Inner Cowboy or Cowgirl. Music played will be artists choice. Refreshments available from 6.30 PM - cost not included. DOORS OPEN 6.30 PM.

      $50.00

  4. WSHOP 1 - SAT 12 OCT - 09.00-10.30 AM - CHOOSE 1 ONLY
    1. WS 1 A Beginners Uke with Renee McGinnis - Adult

      Renee has designed this workshop to introduce you to the basics of playing ukulele in a fun and engaging way. Bring a ukulele and tuner. You will start playing straight away with simple chords. No prior musical experience needed - just bring enthusiasm for uke! FOR BEGINNERS.

      Renee has designed this workshop to introduce you to the basics of playing ukulele in a fun and engaging way. Bring a ukulele and tuner. You will start playing straight away with simple chords. No prior musical experience needed - just bring enthusiasm for uke! FOR BEGINNERS.

      $20.00
    2. WS 1 AA Beginners Uke with Renee McGinnis - Child (12yr+)

      Renee has designed this workshop to introduce you to the basics of playing ukulele in a fun and engaging way. Bring a ukulele and tuner. You will start playing straight away with simple chords. No prior musical experience needed - just bring enthusiasm for uke! FOR BEGINNERS.

      Renee has designed this workshop to introduce you to the basics of playing ukulele in a fun and engaging way. Bring a ukulele and tuner. You will start playing straight away with simple chords. No prior musical experience needed - just bring enthusiasm for uke! FOR BEGINNERS.

      $10.00
    3. WS 1 B The Rhythm is Magic with Lorenzo Vignando

      Join Lorenzo to feel it in your soul and to learn some incredible tricks that will make our ukulele feel like an unstoppable music machine. Learn many new rhythmic soundscapes just a few people knew existed. Bring your ukulele of choice. BEGINNERS - ADVANCED.

      Join Lorenzo to feel it in your soul and to learn some incredible tricks that will make our ukulele feel like an unstoppable music machine. Learn many new rhythmic soundscapes just a few people knew existed. Bring your ukulele of choice. BEGINNERS - ADVANCED.

      $20.00
    4. WS 1 C Vocal Mechanics with Anna van Riel

      Join performing artist and Nook Road Productions vocal workshop coach Anna van Riel for a dynamic and highly interactive workshop on getting the best out of your vocal instrument. Develop tools to unleash your most powerful voice. For 16 years+

      Join performing artist and Nook Road Productions vocal workshop coach Anna van Riel for a dynamic and highly interactive workshop on getting the best out of your vocal instrument. Develop tools to unleash your most powerful voice. For 16 years+

      $20.00
    5. WS 1 D Absolute Beginners Harmonica with Bruce Macdonald

      Bruce with unlock the secrets of the harmonica. All you need is a 10-hole "C" harmonica and in 90 minutes he will have you ready to solo. Just bring your harp and a sense of humour.

      Bruce with unlock the secrets of the harmonica. All you need is a 10-hole "C" harmonica and in 90 minutes he will have you ready to solo. Just bring your harp and a sense of humour.

      $20.00
    6. WS 1 E The Art of Music with Sonia Wilson & Nigel Gavin

      Learn the fundamentals of music practice with Sonia and Nigel. Develop strategies for building joyful and constructive musical habits on ukulele and beyond. Bring your ukulele. ALL LEVELS.

      Learn the fundamentals of music practice with Sonia and Nigel. Develop strategies for building joyful and constructive musical habits on ukulele and beyond. Bring your ukulele. ALL LEVELS.

      $20.00

  5. WSHOP 2 - SAT 12 OCT - 1.15 - 2.45 PM - CHOOSE 1 ONLY
    1. WS 2 A Yolanda Van Den Bemd Shimmering Uke Instrumentals

      Come along to learn some new picking patterns and tunes that intertwine with each other to create gentle ensemble music. Bring your ukulele, tuner and music stand. ALL LEVELS.

      Come along to learn some new picking patterns and tunes that intertwine with each other to create gentle ensemble music. Bring your ukulele, tuner and music stand. ALL LEVELS.

      $20.00
    2. WS 2 B Your Uke Can Sing with Lorenzo Vignando

      In this workshop Lorenzo will help you discover how to build up interesting and beautiful musical movements without even thinking about the chord we are playing. Learn to harmonize ukulele with your voice. Bring a ukulele. ALL LEVELS.

      In this workshop Lorenzo will help you discover how to build up interesting and beautiful musical movements without even thinking about the chord we are playing. Learn to harmonize ukulele with your voice. Bring a ukulele. ALL LEVELS.

      $20.00
    3. WS 2 C Rhythms of West Africa with Sam Girling

      This workshop will immerse you in the vibrant rhythms and sounds of West African drumming. You will learn how to blend various drum patterns and incorporate into ukulele groups. Open to all ages, all percussion instruments are provided but you can bring your own if you want. No prior experience with drums or percussion is necessary.

      This workshop will immerse you in the vibrant rhythms and sounds of West African drumming. You will learn how to blend various drum patterns and incorporate into ukulele groups. Open to all ages, all percussion instruments are provided but you can bring your own if you want. No prior experience with drums or percussion is necessary.

      $20.00
    4. WS 2 D Plugged-in Classic Rock Uke with Paul Jonson

      Most of the best classic rock songs have signature licks, riffs and chord progressions that we know as soon as we hear them. Paul will break down the complexity and simplify these. Bring a ukulele. ALL LEVELS.

      Most of the best classic rock songs have signature licks, riffs and chord progressions that we know as soon as we hear them. Paul will break down the complexity and simplify these. Bring a ukulele. ALL LEVELS.

      $20.00
    5. WS 2 E Glam Slam Ukulele with The Thin White Ukes

      Melbourne ukulele trio, The Thin White Ukes are nine years deep in the world of David Bowie. Their 90 minute "glam slam" workshop is renowned for catering to players of all levels, from two-fingered strummers to rapid fire fret shredders, You will be floating in a most peculiar way. Bring a ukulele. FOR ALL LEVELS.

      Melbourne ukulele trio, The Thin White Ukes are nine years deep in the world of David Bowie. Their 90 minute "glam slam" workshop is renowned for catering to players of all levels, from two-fingered strummers to rapid fire fret shredders, You will be floating in a most peculiar way. Bring a ukulele. FOR ALL LEVELS.

      $20.00
    6. WS 2 F Katie Harris & Anna van Riel Kids stuff & kids show FREE!

      Katie is an early childhood educator and larger than life when it comes to being creative. Face painting, Lolly necklaces, colouring competition, decorate a uke cookie or join in with award winning children's artist Anna van Riel for a sing along concert. Fun fun fun! (For 3 - 12 years)

      Katie is an early childhood educator and larger than life when it comes to being creative. Face painting, Lolly necklaces, colouring competition, decorate a uke cookie or join in with award winning children's artist Anna van Riel for a sing along concert. Fun fun fun! (For 3 - 12 years)

      Free

  6. WSHOP 3 - SAT 12 OCT 3.30 - 5.00 PM - CHOOSE 1 ONLY
    1. WS 3 A Waiata with Renee McGinnis

      Renee is a primary school and ukurere teacher. She loves singing and sharing a broad range of maori waiata with other ukurere players and musos. Learn a variety of traditional and modern from basic to more challenging waiata for everyone to enjoy. Bring a ukurere. FOR BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE.

      Renee is a primary school and ukurere teacher. She loves singing and sharing a broad range of maori waiata with other ukurere players and musos. Learn a variety of traditional and modern from basic to more challenging waiata for everyone to enjoy. Bring a ukurere. FOR BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE.

      $20.00
    2. WS 3 B Adventures up and down the neck with Lorenzo Vignando

      Playing up and down the neck of your ukulele can be frightening, but after this workshop, Lorenzo guarantees it will be a piece of cake. Discover how we can use 4 strings like 4 different voices. ALL LEVELS.

      Playing up and down the neck of your ukulele can be frightening, but after this workshop, Lorenzo guarantees it will be a piece of cake. Discover how we can use 4 strings like 4 different voices. ALL LEVELS.

      $20.00
    3. WS 3 C Up The Fret Board/Barre Chords with Paul Lee

      Paul Lee will introduce you to pain-free barre chords, with next to no music theory you will learn well known chord shapes that are adapted for use higher up the neck. FOR INTERMEDIATE LEVEL.

      Paul Lee will introduce you to pain-free barre chords, with next to no music theory you will learn well known chord shapes that are adapted for use higher up the neck. FOR INTERMEDIATE LEVEL.

      $20.00
    4. WS 3 D Harmonies with Bronwyn Barnes

      Happiness is ...singing a song with friends. In 90 minutes Bronwyn is going to teach you various ways to harmonise, and gain foolproof strategies for you to incorporate into your own music. This workshop is for anyone who just wants to learn the basics and develop confidence in harmonising or just get some new ideas. Just bring your eager self. FOR BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE.

      Happiness is ...singing a song with friends. In 90 minutes Bronwyn is going to teach you various ways to harmonise, and gain foolproof strategies for you to incorporate into your own music. This workshop is for anyone who just wants to learn the basics and develop confidence in harmonising or just get some new ideas. Just bring your eager self. FOR BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE.

      $20.00
    5. WS 3 E Build a Lager Phone with Southlands own Possum Picker Kelsi Hayes

      Join Kelsi Hayes a third generation musician from Southand's famous band The Possom Picker's, for a fun workshop building the iconic instrument known as the Lager Phone (stick). Bottle tops, nails, washes, stick and equipment will be provided. But bring your own rustic stick of choice if you prefer and wooden spoon. This instrument can really add a point of difference to your uke group. Expert musician Kelsi will have you making great sounds before you know it. ALL LEVELS.

      Join Kelsi Hayes a third generation musician from Southand's famous band The Possom Picker's, for a fun workshop building the iconic instrument known as the Lager Phone (stick). Bottle tops, nails, washes, stick and equipment will be provided. But bring your own rustic stick of choice if you prefer and wooden spoon. This instrument can really add a point of difference to your uke group. Expert musician Kelsi will have you making great sounds before you know it. ALL LEVELS.

      $20.00

  7. CHILLAX & WIND UP SUNDAY - 13 OCT
    1. Kiwiana Breakfast & Strum with Folkinfusion at Hilights Distinction

      Kick off your Sunday at Hilights with Folkinfusion for a kiwiana themed breakfast strum. A delicious staggered buffet breakfast. Eat, sing and strum to some good old kiwi classics. Bring your ukulele and join in with Margi, Tracey & Renee from Invercargill. Great music, great food, great company. Bring your ukulele and feel free to dress in anything Kiwiana style. Strum books can be ordered as an e-document, which will be emailed to you before TUF24 or pre-purchased as a strum book available at chosen strum-along. (both strum songs included). DOORS OPEN 9.30 AM.

      Kick off your Sunday at Hilights with Folkinfusion for a kiwiana themed breakfast strum. A delicious staggered buffet breakfast. Eat, sing and strum to some good old kiwi classics. Bring your ukulele and join in with Margi, Tracey & Renee from Invercargill. Great music, great food, great company. Bring your ukulele and feel free to dress in anything Kiwiana style. Strum books can be ordered as an e-document, which will be emailed to you before TUF24 or pre-purchased as a strum book available at chosen strum-along. (both strum songs included). DOORS OPEN 9.30 AM.

      $40.00
    2. FREE! Big Sunday Strum with Bruce Macdonald & LX Ukes

      Lauder Ukulele Festival director Bruce Mcdonald and LX Ukes will Lead a fun FREE! big Sunday strum-along. Hawaiian Luau Theme (costume only optional/music artists choice) for Sunday in the Real NZ Event Centre stadium. Strum books can be purchased as an e-document and emailed to you before TUF, pre-ordered to pick up before the strum, or songs will be on a big screen to follow. Please note this is a FREE strum and runs at the same time as the Kiwiana Breakfast which is not. DOORS OPEN 9.30 AM.

      Lauder Ukulele Festival director Bruce Mcdonald and LX Ukes will Lead a fun FREE! big Sunday strum-along. Hawaiian Luau Theme (costume only optional/music artists choice) for Sunday in the Real NZ Event Centre stadium. Strum books can be purchased as an e-document and emailed to you before TUF, pre-ordered to pick up before the strum, or songs will be on a big screen to follow. Please note this is a FREE strum and runs at the same time as the Kiwiana Breakfast which is not. DOORS OPEN 9.30 AM.

      Free
    3. PRINTED Strum Book for Kiwiana Breakfast & Big Strum

      Preorder your printed strum book with cover for Kiwiana Breakfast strum with Folkinfusion and the Big FREE! Strum with LX Ukes. Get to keep up to 40 new tunes for you to jam in the privacy of your own home. DOORS OPEN 9.30 AM.

      Preorder your printed strum book with cover for Kiwiana Breakfast strum with Folkinfusion and the Big FREE! Strum with LX Ukes. Get to keep up to 40 new tunes for you to jam in the privacy of your own home. DOORS OPEN 9.30 AM.

      $15.00
    4. EMAILED Strum Book for Kiwiana Breakfast & Big Strum

      Strum-along song document. Kiwiana breakfast strum songs with Folkinfusion and the big strum songs with LX Ukes in an e-document. This can be emailed to you prior to the event. DOORS OPEN 9.30 AM.

      Strum-along song document. Kiwiana breakfast strum songs with Folkinfusion and the big strum songs with LX Ukes in an e-document. This can be emailed to you prior to the event. DOORS OPEN 9.30 AM.

      $5.00
  8. Invitational Hawaiian Themed Concert, Open Mic, Grand Finale Jam Concert

    Join us at the Real NZ Event Centre Stadium for a Hawaiian themed (Costume optional only/artist choice of music) Invitational Concert from 12.00 - 4pm then open mic 4pm - 5.30 pm and then the Grand Finale Jam Concert, wrapping TUF24 up with a bang by 6.30 pm. Step up and share your new skill set with us on the blackboard, ( 1 or 2 songs depending on participants numbers) anyone with little or no experience must have a go! Food vans & alcohol available, great company and great music....boom! ENTRY BANDS WILL BE GIVEN WHEN TICKETS PRESENTED.

    Join us at the Real NZ Event Centre Stadium for a Hawaiian themed (Costume optional only/artist choice of music) Invitational Concert from 12.00 - 4pm then open mic 4pm - 5.30 pm and then the Grand Finale Jam Concert, wrapping TUF24 up with a bang by 6.30 pm. Step up and share your new skill set with us on the blackboard, ( 1 or 2 songs depending on participants numbers) anyone with little or no experience must have a go! Food vans & alcohol available, great company and great music....boom! ENTRY BANDS WILL BE GIVEN WHEN TICKETS PRESENTED.

    $5.00

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Te Anau Ukulele Festival TUF24
Thu 10th Oct 2024, 4:00 pm - Sun 13th Oct 2024, 6:30 pm NZDT
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