On Wednesday 8 August, the Orewa College Music Department took 4 bands to perform in the annual KBB competition. Two Jazz Bands and 2 Concert Bands. This competition involves bands, orchestras and jazz bands from all of the schools in Auckland.

The Intermediate ensembles - the Jazz Orchestra and the Symphonic Band were both commended for their performances.

The senior Jazz Band gained a bronze award and the senior Concert Band a silver award.

Congratulations to all of the musicians who took part. Click here for a poem about the band’s success by teacher Mr Kevin Stevens.

Senior Jazz Band

Symphonic Band

Concert Band

Jazz Orchestra