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June is bustin' out all over.

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What a busy month was had in May! Very fitting for NZ Music Month.

Hoos Bloos set the scene with a bluesy Sound Bite Session at the Centre City food court. Then we went on the road with Ken and More FM. Our first workshop went well, with participants gaining insights into ways to approach media and communicate their story.

Also in May, Stratford gave strong support to their Singer Songwriter and Songwriting Circle evenings at The Castle.

Wrapping up the month as usual, at the The Little Theatre - another banger Singer Songwriter night.


Behind the scenes, our hard-working and dedicated Trustees met to build the Taranaki Singer Songwriters strategic plan for the next five years. These passionate volunteers keep us growing from strength to strength and carry the vision forward into the future. Exciting times are ahead!!

Talking of passionate volunteers, have you ever considered putting your passion to use at one or some of our events, or gaining experience behind the scenes. If so, please contact us to see if your talents might be just what we need.


This month the spotlight shines on MissCrystalStarr. And then, what's ahead in June? Besides the usual suspects, we have our second ever workshop and also the TSSDT AGM. And look out Ōpunake, we're heading your way. Check out dates, venues and details below.


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And check out her new release, INtroSPective, available on all major streaming platforms from May 29.

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Artist Spotlight on


MissCrystalStarr

MissCrystalStarr is an independent Taranaki based singer-songwriter known for a rich, smokey vocal tone and a blend of indie, folk, easy-listening, dream pop and soft rock.

 Over the years MissCrystalStarr has refined a unique voice that moves easily between gentle folk ballads and more powerful, expressive moments. Audiences describe shows as emotive, authentic, and uplifting, with a relaxed vibe that suits bars, restaurants, and boutique venues alike, beautifully.

What's On In June

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Taranaki Songwriting Circle, New Plymouth

Mon, 1 and 29 June| 7-10pm |Toi Foundation, 121 Gill St


Special guest on 1 June is Nick Sampson, best known as the co-founder, guitarist, singer and songwriter of iconic Kiwi band Netherworld Dancing Toys.

Limited to 10 places. Cost: $10

RSVP TO REGISTER
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Taranaki Singer Songwriters Sound Bite Session

A monthly showcase of incredible Taranaki talent. Sat, 6 June | 12-1pm | Centre City Food Court


Come along to show your support to Ōpunake-based folk duo Bert and Stephanie, known as Tuesday Birds.

Find out more
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Workshop - PA & Recording Basics

Sat, 13 June | 3-5pm | Swamp Shack Studios, New Plymouth


DIY Live Sound & Recording Essentials Workshop -
his practical two-hour workshop will give you a solid foundation in both live sound and home recording.
Led by experienced musician, sound engineer, and producer Chris Foreman from Swamp Shack Studio, this hands-on session is designed to demystify the technical side of making music and help you get the best possible sound from your gear.


Places are limited so get in now.  Cost: $10

RSVP TO REGISTER
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Annual General Meeting

Taranaki Singer Songwriter Development Trust

Mon, 15 June | 6-7pm | Govett Quilliam, 25 Dawson St, New Plymouth

Performers * Crew  * Audience  * Supporters

We’d love your presence and good vibes as we reflect on the past year and hear your feedback and ideas for TSS. Open floor to share feedback, ideas, questions following the formalities.

🍕 Pizza provided — come for the meeting, kai & good company!

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Singer Songwriters Ōpunake

Fri, 19 June | 7:30pm | Lakeside Playhouse, Ōpunake


As always free entry for both performers and audience.

RSVP TO PERFORM
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Singer Songwriters New Plymouth

Fri, 26 June | 7:30pm | Little Theatre 


As always free entry for both performers and audience.

RSVP TO PERFORM

Looking ahead to July...

Calling all Waitara singer songwriters.....

We're heading your way with the first ever Singer Songwriters event in your town on 17th July. We'd love a playlist filled with local performers.

Get in early, tell your friends. We'll see you there.

RSVP TO PERFORM
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Tuesday 7 July is our Jingo (musical bingo) fundraiser night at Butlers Reef.

This was so much fun last year that we thought we'd do it again. $100 per table, or only $20 each for a team of 5. Prizes, raffles, lots of laughs.

BOOK YOUR TABLE



SUPPORT THOSE THAT SUPPORT US

A huge thanks to all our volunteers and to all our sponsors. Your support makes these events possible.



TOI Foundation • Lotteries Community • Manella Productions • JGP Projects • Orthotics NZ • New Plymouth Little Theatre • Tandem Group • Centre City  •  Butlers Reef • South Taranaki, Stratford & New Plymouth District Creative Communities •  Jetcharm Barbers  • Sally Wolfe Property Brokers • BTW • SwampShack • How Good Plumbing Gas and Drainage




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