Coffee Day at Northbridge Village

 The Club played at Northbridge Village for Coffee Day on 19th July 2022. Some great music played by our members that turned-up and a very pleasant day overall. It was disappointing that very few of our members came along to support our Coffee Day but the residents at least enjoyed the music.

The Photos:

Gordon Sutherland playing his Korg Pa4X

Diane Lyons playing the Korg Pa4X with vocals added for extra enjoyment

Warren Levick playing the Village's Yamaha Clavinova CVP-809. Warren used background arrangements to enhance his piano playing and making the experience that much more pleasurable.

A resident could not resist singing along with Diane Lyons

Claude Moffat playing the Village's Yamaha Clavinvoa CVP-809

Club Night 5th July 2022

 It was great to  see members turning-up on a dreadful winter's night to be entertained by some wonderful musicians and music. In the first set, we were entertained by our members: Roy Steen doing the arrival music and a performance on the Club's Yamaha Clavinova CVP-809. Also playing in the first set were Claude Moffat on the Clavinova and Len Hancy singing and using orchestral backings. Roy Steen recently celebrated his 90th Birthday and so we were pleased to sing Happy Birthday to acknowledge this auspicious occasion. Well done guys for a great first set.

After the raffle and a refreshments break, we were delighted to welcome back Nick Jones on electric violin. Nick uses the nickname of The Violin Guy and he certainly turned-on a fantastic performance with a great selection of music from the 60's through the current era. We even had an uptempo version of some classics! Nick was using an audio player to provide exciting backing tracks to enhance his superb violin solo performance.

Just a very special evening of music enjoyed by all attending including some guests from Australia in the audience!

The Videos:

Our guest artist, Nick Jones (The Violin Guy), using his electric fiddle, effects pedals and audio backing tracks

The Photos:

Our guest artist, Nick Jones on electric violin

Our guest artist, Nick Jones on electric violin

Claude Moffat playing our Yamaha Clavinova CVP-809

                       Roy Steen playing our Yamaha Clavinova CVP-809

Len Hancy singing and using orchestral backing tracks

Club NIght 7th June 2022

 A great night of music at The North Shore Music and Keyboard Club's monthly Club Night. Arrival music was kindly provided by Peter Longbottom who brought along his Korg Pa600 arranger keyboard. Peter then gave a mini concert in the first set. Following Peter Longbottom, we were entertained by Rob Moffat on his Korg Pa4X (76) arranger keyboard and Nelleke Moffat who provided vocals on some of the songs. Some great nostalgic 60's and 70's Rock and Roll/R & B which got the feet tapping and the hands clapping along.

After the raffle and a refreshments break, we were entertained by Kane Steves, the Piano and Keyboard Department Manager, from Music Planet Takapuna. Kane is a professional musician and available for gigs of all types. Kane played the Club's Yamaha CVP-809 ensemble piano and a Korg Pa1000 arranger keyboard that he brought along to enhance the concert with variety. What an impressive performance with great playing and superb vocals to boot! Kane played a wide variety of music, both ballads and upbeat R & B, from the 60's and 70's - right up our alley! Kane certainly showed off the amazing sound and style features of the Korg Pa1000.

Overall, a great night's entertainment and a well-sized audience in attendance to enjoy the show.

The Videos:

Our guest artist, Kane Steves, playing the Club's Yamaha Clavinova CVP809 and a Korg Pa1000 arranger keyboard

Rod and Nelleke Moffat playing for us on Club Night. Rod is playing his Korg Pa4X whilst Nelleke provides the vocals

The Photos:

Our Guest Artist, Kane Steves, playing a Korg Pa1000 which Kane brought along from Music Planet Takapuna where Kane is the Piano and Keyboard Departmental Manager. Kane added vocals to many of his songs - good stuff!

Our Guest Artist, Kane Steves, playing the Club's Yamaha Clavinova CVP-809. What a magic touch on the keys and an excellent selection of popular music that we love.

                                    Peter Longbottom playing his Korg Pa600 arranger keyboard

Rod Moffat on his Korg Pa4X (76) arranger keyboard

Rod Moffat and Nelleke Moffat - Rod on keys and Nelleke providing the vocals