The New Zealand Double Reed Society proudly presents the NZDRS Oboe and Bassoon Competition 2024 The New Zealand Double Reed Society (NZDRS) is a branch of the Australasian Double Reed Society, a non-profit organisation which promotes and enhances the knowledge of double reed instruments (oboe and bassoon family). It runs regular performer’s evenings, masterclasses and other workshops throughout the year. The NZDRS is excited to announce the fourth ever Oboe and Bassoon Competition. Performers are to send in video recordings of their performance, which will be judged by oboist Helen Clinton and bassoonist Justin Sun. There are three categories; Beginner, Intermediate, and Open, and prizes for each of these categories for both Oboists and Bassoonists! Finalists may have their entry video posted on the NZDRS Facebook page. Please see below for competition guidelines and how to enter. Competition
The first Chamber Club meeting for 2023 will be SATURDAY 18 th March, 2.00-4.30pm Venue: 165a Edgewater Drive, Pakuranga. Cost : NZDRS Members: $20 adults, $10 students Non-members: $30 adults; $15 students If you have never tried playing chamber music this is a chance to give it a go. First time players are invited to come to one session free. Payment: NZDRS 38 9016 0011004 00 Include your name This will be an opportunity to make music and to discuss the future of this group. Please register your intention to attend by Friday 10th March nzdrschamberclub@gmail.com