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Education, art, science, government, religion, history and recreation were provided for within an area of less than one square kilometre, all entwined by the gently-flowing Avon river.

This cityscape of unrivalled natural and architectural beauty – 19th century buildings, majestic trees, extensive gardens, interesting bridges and meandering paths – now provides a striking backdrop for a vibrant scene of ever-changing arts, cultural and heritage activities.

The Cultural Precinct is easy to walk around, or you can travel by tram and hear stories about the area’s history and personalities from a friendly tram driver.

The Cultural Precinct is made up of twelve partners and nineteen associate members, all within easy walking distance of the Christchurch CBD.

Iconic Christchurch institutions such as the ChristChurch Cathedral, Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu and the Canterbury Museum form the backbone of the Precinct. A stroll through the Precinct offers shops, small galleries, fabulous coffe, inspiring artworks and gardens.

It’s easy to spend an hour or a day here in the heart of Christchurch.

Official Website

• www.culturalprecinct.co.nz

5-11 April, 2010

About the NZ International Jazz and Blues Festival

Welcome to the 2010 New Zealand International Jazz and Blues Festival. Another year of great music and great performances from some international and national acts, and fantastic shows from some of our local stars.

The Press Headliner Series welcomes Australian jazz great James Morrison, back by popular demand, this time paying tribute to Louis Armstrong, UK jazz and blues legend Brian Auger brings his Blues Oblivion show, Newton Faulkner, hot British talent comes straight to Christchurch from an Australian tour and our own local blues and roots talent pool, headed by Harry Harrison, presents ‘Diggin’ the Roots’.

Our always popular Cavell Leitch Law Jazz in the Hall Series features an eclectic programme of shows including a piano duet with Doug Caldwell and Gerard Masters, Seattle jazz trumpet master Thomas Marriott, a tribute to Eva Cassidy from Jennine Bailey, a night with one of the best voices in New Zealand – Mark Vanilau, Naomi Ferguson with a tribute to Etta James show and Swing 42 with special guest Daniel Weltlinger (Aust).

For those of you in the mood for a little funk and some great soul sounds, check out our programme in the Bedford with shows by Leila Adu (supported by Nick Gaffaney), LA Mitchell, Auckland’s Grand Central Band, Mundi and our own Sacha Vee and Oval Office.

The Festival’s Jazz City Series continues with Australian jazz band Utopia Collective at the Christchurch Casino’s Grand Café and Wellington singer Andrea Cook and Rayna Creagh at the Millennium Hotel. The Festival’s outdoor music and food event TASTE JAZZ expands and moves to a new outdoor venue. Don’t miss TASTE BLUES/TASTE JAZZ at Poplar Lane the weekend of 10 & 11 April from 11am to 5pm. Great music, wonderful atmosphere and fantastic food and drink.

Location

Various locations including James Hay Theatre, Great Hall – The Arts Centre, The Bedford, Millenium Hotel Lounge, Christchurch Casino – Grand Cafe, CPIT Jazz School, and Poplar Lanes

Contact

• Jodi Wright – Director
• Email: festpro@clear.net.nz
• Phone: 64 3 377 2365

Official Website

• www.jazzfestivalnz.com

Saturday 6th–Sunday 7th March 2010

About the Chinese Lantern Festival

Celebrate the New Year of the Tiger amidst hundreds of beautiful lanterns at the sixth annual Chinese Lantern Festival.

Marking the end of the two week Chinese Lunar New Year festivities, the Chinese Lantern Festival is organised by Asia New Zealand Foundation.

Sample delicious Chinese snacks from the food stalls, browse the authentic craft stalls, and picnic on the grass in the glow of the lanterns specially commissioned from China.

Fun for all the family with non-stop entertainment including our special visiting performers from China.

Location

Victoria Square, cnr Colombo and Armagh Sts, Christchurch

Official Website

• www.asianz.org.nz/our-work/arts-community/chinese-lantern-festival

March

• Chinese Lantern Festival (6-7 Mar, 2010)

Saturday 26th June 2010

About CSM Chamber Groups

Concert No’ 4 of the 2010 Classical

Featuring the Ellmarson Trio

• Harry Ellerm Violin
• Martin Roberts Cello
• Stephen Watson Piano

Concert Ticket $20
Includes light supper in intermission.

Location

The Nut Point Gallery
703 Old West Coast Road
West Melton, Christchurch, 7671

Only 15 Minutes drive from Riccarton Road and 7 Minutes from the Christchurch Airport NZ

Go 7.3 km after turning to Old West Coast Rd and then follow the signs to the Gallery Entrance from Langdales Rd

Official Website

nutpointgallery.com/events at npg.htm

Saturday 29th May 2010, 7.30pm

About Chamber Music 2010

Concert No’ 3 of the 2010 Classical

Ensembles from the Pettman Junior Academy of Music performing a variety of music from the classical repertoire

Concert Ticket $20

Includes light supper in intermission.

Location

The Nut Point Gallery
703 Old West Coast Road
West Melton, Christchurch, 7671

Only 15 Minutes drive from Riccarton Road and 7 Minutes from the Christchurch Airport NZ

Go 7.3 km after turning to Old West Coast Rd and then follow the signs to the Gallery Entrance from Langdales Rd

Official Website

• nutpointgallery.com/events at npg.htm

Sunday 10th January–Sunday 28th February 2010

About The Breeze Lazy Sundays

A fine variety of globally influenced, locally grown live music in our very own, world-class botanical backyard! Held every Sunday between 10th Jan – 28th Jan on the Central Lawn in the Botanic Gardens, from 3.30-5pm.

10 January – The Sam Manzanza Band

Sam integrates rhythms honed in the National Ballet of Zaire to his fast-paced blend of African rhythms and Western blues-rock.

17 January – Devlish Mary & The Holy Rollers Swing Band

Blending foot-stomping Western Swing tunes with Gypsy Jazz stylings, fiery fiddle and a few slow-dance torch songs.

24 January – The Unfaithful Ways

Country meets old-timey pop.

31 January – Ma Bell & The Blue Tones

Accompanied by iconic Christchurch jazz/blues musicians, singer-songwriter Izzy Miller Bell eloquently interprets songs from jazz blues and country rock, to Celtic soul and contemporary folk.

7 February – Cairde (“Car-jah”)

Five passionate women, five voices in rich harmony: a cappella or with captivating instrumentation they fuse Celtic and contemporary acoustic.

14 February – Valentine’s Day with The Lizzie Cook Band

“Cook’s enjoyment of life (and music) seeps from her songs at every turn” Real Groove Magazine.

21 February – Hera & Keith Petch

NZ-based Icelandic award winning singer-songwriter Hera presents new original material along with well-loved, and lesser-known, jazz songs with local jazz guitarist extraordinaire, Keith Petch.

28 February – Oakley Grenell & Departure Lounge

Departure Lounge are a must for fans of progressive music, known for soulful, mood-swinging melodies and a dynamic live performance.

Sunday 7th February–Sunday 28th March 2010

About Sunday Bandstand

This summer, parks play host to some magnificent free outdoor concerts by the city’s finest brass and pipe bands. Playing at various locations every Sunday around our beautiful city between 1pm – 2pm (unless otherwise stated).

28 February

• Sun 28th Feb – Linwood Salvation Army Band
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Scarborough Reserve, Sumner
• Sun 28th Feb – St Andrew’s College Pipe Band
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Victoria Square
• Sun 28th Feb – “The Brass Band Blast” featuring brass bands of Canterbury
  Time: 1pm – 3pm
  Venue: Bandsmen’s Memorial Rotunda, Christchurch Botanic Gardens

7 March

• Sun 7th Mar – Leopard Coachlines Canterbury Brass
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Bandsmen’s Memorial Rotunda, Christchurch Botanic Gardens
• Sun 7th Mar – Sumner Silver Band
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Scarborough Reserve, Sumner
• Sun 7th Mar – Canterbury Provincial Band Contest
  Time: 11.30am – 4pm
  Venue: Rugby League Park, Jack Hinton Drive, Addington

14 March

• Sun 14th Mar – Addington Brass
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Bandsmen’s Memorial Rotunda, Christchurch Botanic Gardens
• Sun 14th Mar – New Brighton Silver Band
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Scarborough Reserve, Sumner
• Sun 14th Mar – Sumner Silver Band
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Allendale Domain, Governors Bay

21 March

• Sun 21st Mar – Stedfast Silver Band
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Bandsmen’s Memorial Rotunda, Christchurch Botanic Gardens
• Sun 21st Mar – City of Christchurch Highland Pipe Band
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Scarborough Reserve, Sumner

28 March

• Sun 28th Mar – Christchurch Metropolitan Pipe Band followed by Riccarton & Districts’ Highland Pipe Band
  Time: 1pm – 3pm
  Venue: Bandsmen’s Memorial Rotunda, Christchurch Botanic Gardens
• Sun 28th Mar – Christchurch City Salvation Army Band
  Time: 1pm – 2pm
  Venue: Scarborough Reserve, Sumner

• The Breeze Lazy Sundays (10 Jan – 28 Feb 2010)

February

• Sunday Bandstand (7 Feb – 28 Mar, 2010)

April

• New Zealand International Jazz & Blues Festival (5-11 Apr, 2010)

May

• Chamber Music (29 May, 2010)

June

• CSM Chamber Groups (26 Jun, 2010)