Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2026
River City Jazzmen
Monday 28 September 2026
Time
1.10PM – 1.50PM
Pricing
($1.50 booking fee per ticket)
Venue: Great Hall
The River City Jazzmen are coming back to the Christchurch scene after a hiatus. Their playing is bright and dynamic with well-crafted arrangements and tight ensemble work.
The band features Neill Pickard (banjo, vocals), Michael Fairhurst (trumpet, cornet, vocals), Allan Hawes (clarinet), Glyn MacDonald (trombone, piano), Dave Pitt (double bass), and Louie Moverley (drums). They guarantee to put a smile on your face and set your toes tapping. A fun Monday sorted.
This concert is part of the Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2026.
Discover a collection of musical gems - bite-size lunchtime concerts in the magnificent Great Hall, featuring renowned local, national and international musicians from classical, jazz, and popular traditions. View the full programme.
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