About

The idea behind Kidz Rock is to encourage Primary and Intermediate aged kids in the BOP area onto the stage, teaching them performance & music skills and a “Day to acknowledge the magic created by the melody and the Rock Star within all of us” We are proud to give young people across the Bay of Plenty and beyond the opportunity to unleash their inner music makers and chase their dreams.

The “Kidz Rock Event” is an annual day/night event, which aims to provide a goal for young contemporary musicians to focus on, offer incentives for them, build their confidence and provide them with inspiration from their Peers and Music Tutors.

What Happens - A Renowned Band or Performer kicks the Event off with a short performance, which leads to an “On the Couch” interview and question time. A valuable session for the kids.
Some of these guest artists have included: Jesse O’Brien, Brilleaux, Joe’s Van, French Doors and Suds.
Then it’s on to Sound Checks for each Band followed by Workshops conducted by local musicians who volunteer their time and talent to up-skill the children attending. The Workshops cover a wide range from Songwriting, Shredding Guitar, Dynamic Drumming, Stage Presence, Perfecting your Vocals, Booming Bass to Sound Engineering / Mixing. Then its on to dressing up for the main event, The Kidz Rock Concert

At Kidz Rock, we believe that learning to play music should be fun; after all, it is called “play” for a reason! That’s why Kidz Rock's unique event couples individual instruction with band “Performance,” making students motivated by playing in a group. Like sports, a band builds teamwork Mahi Tahi, develops social skills, fosters self-esteem, promotes peer recognition and leads to lasting friendships.

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KidzRock is an annual day/night event, which aims to provide a goal for young contemporary musicians to focus on, offer incentives for them, build their confidence and provide them with inspiration from their Peers and Music Tutors.

 

A renowned Band or Performer kicks the Event off with a short performance, which leads to an “On the Couch” interview and question time. A valuable session for the kids.

Some of these guest artists have included:

• Jesse O’Brien

• Joe’s Van

• French Doors

• Suds

 

Then it’s on to Sound Checks and dressing up for the main event, The Kidz Rock Concert! 

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