We had a great evening at Hamilton Jazz Society on 30 March 2014.  The band kicked the night off with a 50 minute set featuring the vocal talents of Sophie Nairn and with some instrumental solos from members of the band.  Those who stuck around for the feature act, Nairobi Trio, were treated to some great violin, guitar, base and vocal harmony.  Will keep you posted regarding our next appearance at Jazz Society.  Don't forget there's an evening of entertainment there at Te Rapa Raceway last Sunday of every month!

The Big Band performed for a couple of hours next to Riff Raff on Victoria Street, Hamilton on 8 March.  People shopping, dining or just passing through town were treated to a selection of our favourite tunes and we helped raise $427 for Oxfam. 

A good night was had by all at Hamilton Jazz Society Christmas meeting, kicked off by Hamilton Big Band and also featuring some talented young musicians of the Hamilton Youth Symphonic band and Locals Fever and special guests.  Merry Christmas to all!  Have a safe and happy holiday!

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Cambridge Armistice Celebrations
9 November 2013

The Victory Dance 9 November in the Cambridge Town Hall during the 2013 Armistice Day celebrations as great with Hamilton Big Band kicking off the evenings entertainment and getting folks up dancing.

Private Function
18 October 2013

Hamilton Big Band is pleased to be playing for a bier festival function this coming October.

If you would like to book us for your function please contact us.

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We were at the Hamilton Jazz Society evening 28 July 2013, Centennial Lounge, Te Rapa kicking off the evening with some great swing tunes.

Sophie Allen Nairn

Sophie Allen Nairn has been the vocalist with the Hamilton Big Band since 2008, and has sung with the band at a variety of clubs, festivals and events.

Her musical highlights to date also include, singing with the Hillcrest High School Scat Choir at the World Rainforest Music Festival in Kuching, Malaysia, 2011.

Sophie enjoys jazz, theatre and also plays keyboard and piano.

In her final year as a student at Hillcrest High School, Sophie, plans to begin a conjoint law and arts degree at Waikato University in 2013. 

When not studying, or playing with the Hamilton Big Band, Sophie also; is Hillcrest High Schools' Arts Captain (2012), sings in the Scat Choir; learns classical ballet, musical theatre, singing, keyboard, piano and enjoys performing in a variety of shows and concert.  A very busy and talented young lady indeed!