Music SpringFest '23 - Marine Gardens - Raumati Beach

Four Live Bands to Perform at the Marine Gardens, Raumati Beach, for a Day of Free, Community Music - Spring Music Fest’23 – Raumati.

Get ready for an unforgettable day of live music, taking place on Sunday 1st October 2023 in the Marine Gardens, from 11am to 4pm. Part of New Zealand’s Spring Music Celebration. This is a free community event with a spectacular line up!

11am: Loaded Brasso, the twelve-piece Kapiti-based Latin American Jazz Ensemble, will kick off the day with their unique style of popular jazz. Led by David Langley, the band, featuring vocalist/drummer Bob Glensor, will charm the crowd with a mix of classic jazz and original compositions.

12:30pm: Get ready to groove as the modern and glamorous trio, Rock the Boat, takes the stage. With a fusion of genres including soul, blues, and country rock, this well-known group promises an unforgettable performance. Don't miss out on experiencing these exceptional musicians, as recommended by Chris Craddock.

At 2:00pm, the spotlight will be on The Neil Jensen Band. Their music is a dynamic blend of old school, funk, rock, and groove, as described by bass player/sound man Keith Murch. With a repertoire encompassing both originals and covers, The Neil Jensen Band eagerly anticipates their debut at the Music Festivals & Events Spring Fest’23 series. Don't miss this opportunity to experience their diverse musical influences first hand.

3pm: The Wellington\Kapiti Band, Bush Faced Munkeyz, will captivate the audience with their mellow rocky mix of originals and covers. Having gained popularity at various festivals, this talented four-piece band is back by popular demand. Also featuring Angus Harding on Bass Guitar. “A child prodigy” said festival organiser Chris Craddock.

The Raumati event, organized by Music Festivals & Events NZ, is a celebration among a series of seven events held throughout October. Event organizer Chris Craddock expressed enthusiasm, emphasizing the significance of providing free, live community events featuring performances by professional calibre musicians. We will be providing a free children’s bouncy castle for this event.

Generous support from Pelorus Trust has made this event possible.
Wet weather venue: Kapiti Boating Club, Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach, Kapiti Coast.
For more information, please contact event organizer Chris Craddock at 027 410 2420 or visit the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/KapitiMusicFestival