Great Lake Centre courtyard, one block back from the traffic lights from 12.30 to 1.30pm, coffee and food available from downtown Cafes. Entry is free. (Alcohol ban is in place).
| Monday 21st December - Dylan Elise |
 Dylan has performed to over 430 schools in New Zealand over the last 3 years with his Motivational Drumming Show, a solo act which serves to inspire kids of all ages to follow their dreams. He was a featured artist at the National Tauranga Jazz Festival in 2007, 2008 and 2009 and has worked in the recording studio with top kiwi band Nesian Mystik. Check out Dylan on YouTube, 1.8 million others already have. |
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| Tuesday 22nd December - Blackout Crew & Andre Harris |
 André Harris has become a name synonymous with energetic, groundbreaking live performance. He has been Beatboxing for 4 years, and has performed in schools, competitions and festivals throughout New Zealand. At the age of 19, André is already taking the Vocal Percussion world by storm.
He brings his unique, powerful performance to all people, performing in venues from primary schools to stadiums. Not restricted by genres, André fuses elements of Hip Hop, Dub, and Drum & Bass for your listening pleasure. A pioneer in his art form, André uses a Loopstation to bring multi-layer sound-scapes from his face to yours. |
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| Wednesday 23rd December - ISIS (Delane Trio) |
 Introducing the sweet soul sound of ISIS. All-girl vocal trio, made up of three prestigious singers from the Bay of Plenty. Formed in 2002, these girls have entertained as genre specialists throughout NZ and abroad. Each now in their own bands they still make time to re-form their expertise and fine blends of harmonies with clever arrangements from soul classics to today. These fun-loving girls sing with heart and soul and offer attractive visuals to please the eye and blow the roof off any venue. |
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| Thursday 24th December - Great Lake Big Band |
 The Great Lake Big Band have been established in Taupo for over 20 years. The band have a strong rhythm section and a brass section of around 15 musicians, with some truly outstanding soloists. The Big Band have experience of playing at any type of event from Jazz Festivals to Tea Dances. Having played at Christmas in the park for the past two years and also regulars at a variety of events in Taupo, The Great Lake Big Band will be getting us all in the Christmas spirit by playing Christmas Carols. |
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| Monday 28th December - The Blues Animals |
 The Blues Animals duo of Chris Smart on acoustic guitar and vocals, Peter Archer playing harmonica and backing vocals have appeared at The Marchwood Blues Picnic and have a regular gig in Tauranga at No.1 The Strand, which is the best venue in town. They play a good variety of covers, such as Van Morrison, Jonny Cash, Keb Mo, Muddy Waters, Neil Young, Sonny Terry & Brownie Mcghee,and Eric Clapton to mention a few. |
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| Tuesday 29th December - Tangible Titans |
 The Tangible Titans (Kelsi Morris-Bullot - 18 and Bridget Martin - 18) are a new age acoustic duo from Katikati. Both currently studying at Canterbury University in Christchurch; Bridget to be a PE teacher and Kelsi a Bachelor of Science majoring in biological sciences. Kelsi plays the ukulele in the band and sings co-lead vocals, and occasionally plays as guest percussionist. Bridget plays the guitar and also sings co-lead vocals. Bridget has been playing the guitar for 8 years and Kelsi the ukulele for nearly 2. Visit their website for more information. |
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| Wednesday 30th December - DRC & FREY |
 Combining vocal, guitar and soul with a cool up beat rhythm of the Bongo played by the Soul master of Beat - Jeffrey.
His lyrics contain depth that most can relate easily to their own personal experiences. With little influence in the style he plays rhythm guitar, combined with a soulful depth of vocal that reaches back deep into his roots in Maoridom, and his unique appearance, Darcy will bring an experience that reaches way past your expectations. |
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Monday 4th January - Alana Milson
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 Jazz pianist / saxophonist and flute player. Alana began learning classical piano at the age of 5, however through the years of many lessons and lengthy practice sessions, a new taste and appreciation for Jazz became apparent. Alana has been captivating audiences with her unique style for a great number of years and at the age now of 25 she has certainly performed and supported some fantastic acts. |
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| Tuesday 5th January - Lance Kiwi |
 Music has been Lance's passion for over 35yrs. The highlight of Lance's music career has definitely been working along side and with his best mate Craig Busch, The Lion Man. On their North Island / South Island tour with Lions and Tigers, Lance had the pleasure and excitement of being the MC for the shows and entertaining the crowds. Singing, while holding and playing with beautiful white lion and tiger cubs! |
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| Wednesday 6th January - Big Sky |
 Featuring Martin Winch and Bruce Kerr. Big Sky is a Nylon String Guitar Duo playing quieter pieces of known and original songs. Martin is NZs probably best known and most respected guitar player and Bruce has been playing professionally in Australasia for many years. |
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| Thursday 7th January - Harley Cruz |
| Formed in the early 90s by Ian Hunia (Drums/Vocals) the band has been in and around the traps through the Bay of Plenty occasionally venturing as far North as Auckland and Palmerston North in the south. Todays lineup includes the experienced Richard Anaru (Guitar/Vocals) from the cult Rotorua band Cairo and John Natana (Bass/Vocals) who hails from the birthplace of Harley Cruz, Kawerau. They join Ian to give you a special brand of earthy Reggae n' Rock flavours to their selection of material and, with their outstanding vocal prowess, they are sure to impress you.
Relax and enjoy. |
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| Friday 8th January - Ebony & Ivory |
 Ebony and Ivory are a covers band from Tauranga. The members of the band are Marc Joseph, Tarquin Keys and Jason Crawford. Ebony and Ivory started out in 2006 and have honed their set of music to include rock, funk, r & b, late 90's hip-hop and country... when the mood is right for a hoe-down! Their unique style of blending songs has often been imitated but they stand alone in their ability to deliver a high-energy, musically entertaining show. With their three-part harmonies and percussive acoustic sound boosted by solid yet adventurous drums and a groove-driven bass, Ebony and Ivory gaurantee to have the oldest person dancing and the youngest person singing! |
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| Monday 11th January - Jayme Fitzgerald |
 Jayme embraces a range of influences in her music. She grew up listening to Crowded
House, The Eagles, Melissa Etheridge, Celine Dion, Fleetwood Mac, The Corrs and
Stevie Ray Vaughn. Later influences came from the form of song writers like Jewel, Natalie Imbruglia,
Delta Goodrem, and Bic Runga, Local kiwi girl Flip Grater, Jack Johnson and Brooke Fraser.
Current favourites include Bob Dylan, John Farnham, Seizefire, Pink Floyd Experience
and Alicia Keys. Unsurprisingly, Fitzgerald’s style has ended up sitting somewhere in the
laid-back beach infused pop-folk sort of vein. |
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| Tuesday 12th January - Blarney Band |
 A terrific three piece band music to suit any taste, from Irish, Scottish and shadows instrumentals to country, rock and roll, 60s and 70s dance music and of course a great sense of humour thrown in for good luck. |
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| Wednesday 13th January - Sons of Beaches |
 Louie Hawkins from Sons of Beaches will be doing a full on rocking duo. He has a wicked voice and certainly can wind the crowd up. Sons of Beaches are quite well known and opened for "Dragon" and "The Angels" and was a headline act in 2007 at the Blues Brews and BBQ's performing to around 17,000 people. Visit their website for more information. |
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| Thursday 14th January - Fisher Kings Duo |
| Craig and Jamie have been playing music together for 5 years, with an extensive repertoire ranging from 70’s to todays music. They cater
for all ages and musical styles with an easy listening blend of music. Jamie Fisher is a well seasoned guitar player, and backing vocalist who has played in many bands in the last 15 years. He enjoys playing duo as there is just you and the audience. Craig Thomas is singer songwriter, who also plays guitar and captures everyones attention with his voice and song choice. |
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| Friday 15th January - Triple J |
 Triple J consists of Joel Shadbolt - Guitar/Vocals, Jeremy Harker - Bass Guitar/Vocals and Jason Crawford - Drums/Vocals. Individual highlights include playing in L.A. with top session musicians, supporting Dragon and The Angels, playing New Years Eve in Cathedral Square to around 30,000 people and touring with Luke Thompson. As a band they bring a wealth of experience, energy and fun. They recently played at the Tauranga National Jazz Festival with a full Horn section from the New Zealand school of music which wowed audiences. |
