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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210417T193000
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UID:5941-1618687800-1618692300@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Cecilian Singers present "Haere Mai"
DESCRIPTION:Cecilian Singers presents “Haere Mai” on Saturday 17th April 2021\, 7.30 p.m. to 8.45 p.m. at Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch \nOur repertoire for this concert includes works composed from 1599 to 2019\, and from a wide variety of countries\, including New Zealand\, England\, Lichtenstein\, Spain and Hungary. Our music will take you on journey of emotions as well as geographical locations\, sometimes sad\, sometimes reverent\, and sometimes totally the opposite! \nContact: Julia Arden 03 312 8667 \nEmail:  Ceciliansingersnz@gmail.com \nTickets: $30 at door or $25 through www.trybooking.co.nz/GQJ or by contacting a member of the Cecilian Singers
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/cecilian-singers-present-haere-mai/
LOCATION:Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Arden":MAILTO:julia.arden@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210418T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210203T061100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T061203Z
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SUMMARY:"The Rieger's Return" at re-opening of St Peter's in Upper Riccarton
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 18 April 2.00pm \n“The Rieger’s Return” \n20 years after he gave the inaugural recital on Christchurch’s ‘little’ Rieger\, Martin Setchell gives the re-opening concert on the restored Rieger organ in the newly re-opened church of St Peter’s in Upper Riccarton \n 
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/riegers-return-re-opening-st-peters-upper-riccarton/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Anglican Church\, 22 Main South Road\, Christchurch\, 8041\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Setchell":MAILTO:martin.setchell@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210418T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210406T003648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T004305Z
UID:5948-1618758000-1618758000@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Resonance Ensemble presents "Song and Dance"
DESCRIPTION:Resonance Ensemble presents “Song and Dance” on Sunday 18th April 2021\, 3.00 p.m. at Rangiora Town Hall\, 303 High Street\, Rangiora 7400 \nConductor: Helen Renaud \nJoin us on a trip through time as we explore the influence of songs and dances on composers of orchestral music. \nCome along and enjoy well-known 20th century works\, including Astor Piazzolla’s haunting slow tango Oblivion\, arranged for strings\, the lively Romanian Dances by Bela Bartok and Malcolm Arnold’s English Dances (set II) for wind ensemble. \nTravel back to the 17th century as our brass quintet plays a selection of 5 dances from the Terpsichore collection written by German composer Michael Praetorius. \nListen as the orchestra divides into smaller chamber groups and then comes together to perform Mozart’s famous Symphony No. 40 in G minor. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/resonance-ensemble-song-and-dance-tickets-147022659733 \nPricing: Adults $20/$15; Child $5 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/resonance-ensemble-presents-song-dance/
LOCATION:Rangiora Town Hall\, 303 High Street\, Rangiora\, 7400
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210418T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210311T043214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210311T043235Z
UID:5920-1618765200-1618765200@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:St Albans Community Choir presents "Marching Away With A Song In Their Hearts"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/st-albans-community-choir-presents-marching-away-song-hearts/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Parish Church\, 1 Harewood Road\, Christchurch\, 8053\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210418T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210407T073036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T073036Z
UID:5957-1618765200-1618765200@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:The St Albans Community Choir presents "Marching Away With A Song In Their Hearts"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/st-albans-community-choir-presents-marching-away-song-hearts-2/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Parish Church\, 1 Harewood Road\, Christchurch\, 8053\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210419T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210419T135000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210225T062855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T062855Z
UID:5850-1618837800-1618840200@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents "All Girl Big Band (AGBB)"
DESCRIPTION:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents  “All Girl Big Band (AGBB)”  on Monday 19th April 2021\, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall\, Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Blvd\, Christchurch \nThe AGBB consists of an array of talented musicians presenting a powerhouse of sound.  They perform jazz/swing music with tunes you know and love.  Prepare to be blown away. \n\nOn the Day – Purchase tickets at the Great Hall entrance from midday on the day of the concert.\nIn Advance – Book your tickets online at artscentre.org.nz\nCosts – $15.00 Adults; $10.00 – Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust members; $5.00 Students and children\n\nThe Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series brings together a selection of remarkable performances from renowned local\, national and international artists.
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/great-hall-lunchtime-concert-series-presents-girl-big-band-agbb/
LOCATION:Great Hall\, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Boulevard\, Christchurch\, 8011
ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust":MAILTO:concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210421T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210128T050012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T054805Z
UID:5811-1619010600-1619013600@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" - "Apollo Musicum - Royal Favourites"
DESCRIPTION:CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with “Apollo Musicum – Royal Favourites”  on Wednesday 21st April 2021\, 1.10 p.m. at  Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch or the CBS Music Centre. \nRoyal favourites for strings\, organ\, piano & voices\nConcerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at 12.45 p.m. to provide delicious and good value food!  Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of Catholic Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre.  (Programmes are subject to change without notice) \nDonation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/cbs-music-presents-wednesdays-one-apollo-musicum-3/
LOCATION:Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Whelan":MAILTO:don.whelan@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210425T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210301T060159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T060159Z
UID:5868-1619359200-1619359200@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Woolston Brass presents "ANZAC Variety Concert"
DESCRIPTION:Woolston Brass presents “ANZAC Variety Concert” on Sunday 25th April 2021\, 2.00 p.m. at Christchurch Town Hall. \nMusic Director: Tyme Marsters \nGuest Artists: \n\nNZ Army Band\nMartin Setchell\nThe Starlets\n\nTickets at www.ticketek.co.nz
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/woolston-brass-presents-anzac-variety-concert-2/
LOCATION:Christchurch Town Hall\, Kilmore Street\, Christchurch\, 8011
ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Turner%2C Woolston Brass":MAILTO:info@woolstonbrass.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210428T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210128T052918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T052918Z
UID:5812-1619615400-1619618400@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" - "Grant Bartley & Friends"
DESCRIPTION:CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with “Grant Bartley & Friends”  on Wednesday 28th April 2021\, 1.10 p.m. at  Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch or the CBS Music Centre. \nAn accomplished accompanist and keyboard soloist\nConcerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at 12.45 p.m. to provide delicious and good value food!  Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of Catholic Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre.  (Programmes are subject to change without notice) \nDonation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/cbs-music-presents-wednesdays-one-grant-bartley-friends/
LOCATION:Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Whelan":MAILTO:don.whelan@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210429T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20201011T032558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T203709Z
UID:5638-1619724600-1619724600@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Sunday Classics Inc. Christopher's Classics  XXVI programme presents "Thurlow and Irons"
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Classics Inc.  Christopher’s Classics Series XXVI programme presents “Thurlow and Irons“ on Thursday 29th April 2021\, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano\, 156 Armagh Street\, Christchurch \nThurlow_Irons – Poster_A4 \nProgramme: \nSerenity Thurlow (viola)\nDiedre Irons (piano) \nHindemith  – Sonata for Viola & Piano\, Op. 11 No. 4\nBrahms – Sonata for Viola & Piano in F minor\, Op. 120\, No. 1\nShostakovich – Sonata for Viola & Piano\, Op. 47 \nIn 2010\, Serentiy Thurlow was appointed Principal Viola of the CSO\,  In 2012 she was the Principal Viola of the Aldeburgh World Orchestra part of the Britten-Pears Festival.  In 2016 she premiered Chris Cree-Brown’s Viola Concerto for the CSO. \nDiedre Irons is one of New Zealand’s most distinguished performing musicians.  She made her debut with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra at the age of 12 playing the Schumman Piano Concerto.  Since moving to New Zealand in 1977 she has performed regularly with the NZSO\, the Auckland Philharmonia and the CSO.  She has toured many times under the auspices of Chamber Music New Zealand. \nFor further information\, please phone or email:  Doris Barnard\, Cell phone: 0204 240 551; Email: treasurer.christophers.classics@gmail.com \nSeries XXVI Concert Prices\n\n\n\nDoor Sales\n\n\n\n\n\nCash Sales\nEFTPOS\, Credit Card\n\n\n\nAdult\nStudent (ID)\nAdult\nStudent (ID)\n\n\nSubscription Concerts\n$45\n$20\n$50\n$22\n\n\nLixin Zhang\n$30\n$15\n$33\n$17\n\n\n\n  \nDoor sales are subject to availability. \nOn-line Sales \nAt www.eventfinda.co.nz (charges apply). Search for Christopher’s Classics on the website. \n\n\n\nSeason Subscriptions\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult\n\n\n7 Subscription Concerts\n$250\n\n\n6 Subscription Concerts\n$220\n\n\n5 Subscription Concerts\n$190\n\n\n4 Subscription Concerts\n$160\n\n\n3 Subscription Concerts\n$130\n\n\nLixin Zhang\n$30\n\n\n\n  \nSeason subscriptions are available until 31 January 2021 from our website www.christopherclassics.nz. \n 
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/sunday-classics-inc-christophers-classics-xxvi-programme-presents-thurlow-irons/
LOCATION:The Piano\, 156 Armagh Street\, Christchurch\, 8140\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210502T141500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210502T141500
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210416T052327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T052327Z
UID:5969-1619964900-1619964900@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Christchurch Liedertafel Male Voice Choir presents "Through the Decades"
DESCRIPTION:Christchurch Liedertafel Male Voice Choir presents “Through the Decades” on Sunday 2nd May 2021\, 2.15 p.m. at St Andrew’s College Chapel\, Normans Road\, Christchurch \nMusical Director: Daniel Cooper \nAccompanist: Julia Cassels \nFeaturing: Albert Bennett \nGuest Artist: Alexandra Hope Watson \nPricing: $20.00 programme entry.  Eftpos is available.
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/christchurch-liedertafel-male-voice-choir-presents-decades/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s College Chapel\, Normans Road\, Christchurch\, 8052\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Lindsay Strang%2C Christchurch Liedertafel Male Voice Choir":MAILTO:ljstrangnz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210503T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210503T135000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210225T063401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T063500Z
UID:5851-1620047400-1620049800@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents "Zara Ballara (soprano) and Iola Shelley (piano)
DESCRIPTION:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents  “Zara Ballara (soprano) and Iola Shelley (piano)”  on Monday 3rd May 2021\, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall\, Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Blvd\, Christchurch \nZara and Iola are accomplished musicians and mentors\, having very successful careers in Europe and New Zealand.  Join them for this special musical collaboration as they present a concert filled with lilting melodies and sparkling brilliance. \n\nOn the Day – Purchase tickets at the Great Hall entrance from midday on the day of the concert.\nIn Advance – Book your tickets online at artscentre.org.nz\nCosts – $15.00 Adults; $10.00 – Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust members; $5.00 Students and children\n\nThe Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series brings together a selection of remarkable performances from renowned local\, national and international artists.
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/great-hall-lunchtime-concert-series-presents-zara-ballara-soprano-iola-shelley-piano/
LOCATION:Great Hall\, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Boulevard\, Christchurch\, 8011
ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust":MAILTO:concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210505T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210128T053142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T053142Z
UID:5814-1620220200-1620223200@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" - "University of Canterbury School of Music"
DESCRIPTION:CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with “University of Canterbury School of Music”  on Wednesday 5th May 2021\, 1.10 p.m. at  Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch or the CBS Music Centre. \nTop local talent on display\nConcerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at 12.45 p.m. to provide delicious and good value food!  Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of Catholic Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre.  (Programmes are subject to change without notice) \nDonation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/cbs-music-presents-wednesdays-one-university-canterbury-school-music-7/
LOCATION:Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Whelan":MAILTO:don.whelan@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210506T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20201011T033349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T203756Z
UID:5640-1620329400-1620329400@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Sunday Classics Inc. Christopher's Classics Series XXVI programme presents "Te Koki Trio"
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Classics Inc.  Christopher’s Classics Series XXVI programme presents “Te Koki Trio“ on Thursday 6th May 2021\, 7.30 p.m. at The Piano\, 156 Armagh Street\, Christchurch \nTe Koki – Poster_A4 \nProgramme: \nMartin Riseley (violin)\nInbal Megiddo  (cello)\nJian Liu (piano) \nBartok – Violin Sonata No. 1\, Sz 75\nKodaly – Duo for Cello and Violin\, Op. 7\nBrahams – Trio in B major\, Op. 8 \nTe Koki Trio comprises three fulltime members of staff from the Classical Performance programme at the New Zealand School of Music\, Victoria University of Wellington.  They regularly perform in New Zealand’s main centres\, as well as internationally\, including concerts throughout China\, Australia\, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.  Their debut CD of the Debussy Sonata and Trio was nominated for Best Classical Artist in 2017.  In 2019 they toured with renowned violist Jennifer Stumm for Chamber Music New Zealand\, also premiering a new work by Michael Williams.  Other composers such as Hiroyuki Yamamoto have also written works for the trio. \nFor further information\, please phone or email:  Doris Barnard\, Cell phone: 0204 240 551; Email: treasurer.christophers.classics@gmail.com \nSeries XXVI Concert Prices\n\n\n\nDoor Sales\n\n\n\n\n\nCash Sales\nEFTPOS\, Credit Card\n\n\n\nAdult\nStudent (ID)\nAdult\nStudent (ID)\n\n\nSubscription Concerts\n$45\n$20\n$50\n$22\n\n\nLixin Zhang\n$30\n$15\n$33\n$17\n\n\n\n  \nDoor sales are subject to availability. \nOn-line Sales \nAt www.eventfinda.co.nz (charges apply). Search for Christopher’s Classics on the website. \n\n\n\nSeason Subscriptions\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult\n\n\n7 Subscription Concerts\n$250\n\n\n6 Subscription Concerts\n$220\n\n\n5 Subscription Concerts\n$190\n\n\n4 Subscription Concerts\n$160\n\n\n3 Subscription Concerts\n$130\n\n\nLixin Zhang\n$30\n\n\n\n  \nSeason subscriptions are available until 31 January 2021 from our website www.christopherclassics.nz. \n 
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/sunday-classics-inc-christophers-classics-series-xxvi-programme-presents-te-koki-trio/
LOCATION:The Piano\, 156 Armagh Street\, Christchurch\, 8140\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210506T201735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T202057Z
UID:5983-1620500400-1620507600@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:UC CYO presents "Symphonic Dances"
DESCRIPTION:UC CYO presents “Symphonic Dances” on Saturday 8th May 2021\, 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm at Charles Luney Auditorium\, 12 Winchester Street\, Christchurch \nWith special guest:  Sinfonia
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/uc-cyo-presents-symphonic-dances/
LOCATION:Charles Luney Auditorium\, St Margaret’s College\, 12 Winchester Street\, Christchurch\, 8014\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210508T194500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210508T194500
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20201112T205155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T205343Z
UID:5689-1620503100-1620503100@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Jubilate Singers presents "God Save the Queens"
DESCRIPTION:Jubilate Singers presents “God Save the Queens” on Saturday 8th May 2021\, 7.45 p.m. at St Mary’s Pro Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch \nA right royal celebration of music composed for the ruling queens of England – Elizabeth I and II\, Mary\, Anne and Victoria. Includes music by Purcell (Clockwork Orange)\, Handel (Harry and Meghan’s wedding)\, Britten (Gloriana Dances) and some rich ceremonious playing from trumpeter Thomas Eves\, organist Daniel Cooper and brass-playing companions from Christchurch Symphonic Brass. Oriana vocal quartet will join the choir in this royal feast. Dressing up for the queens will be encouraged but optional. \nMusic Director:  Philip Norman \nFor further details\, see https://www.jubilate.org.nz  \nFor further information contact:\nVivien Hicks\nSecretary\nEmail: vivienhicks@gmail.co
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/jubilate-singers-presents-god-save-queens/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch\, 8011
ORGANIZER;CN="Vivien Hicks":MAILTO:vivienhicks@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210509T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210509T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210206T022255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T202155Z
UID:5830-1620570600-1620570600@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Canterbury Philharmonia presents "Fantasy and Fairytale"
DESCRIPTION:Canterbury Philharmonia presents “Fantasy and Fairytale” on Sunday 9th May 2021\, 2.30 p.m. at The Piano\, 156 Armagh Street\, Christchurch \nThe programme for the concerts is published via our website http://www.canterburyphilharmonia.org.nz/concerts.html
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/canterbury-philharmonia-presents-concert-1-2021/
LOCATION:The Piano\, 156 Armagh Street\, Christchurch\, 8140\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Canterbury Philharmonia":MAILTO:canterburyphilharmonia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210510T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210510T135000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210225T063810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T074305Z
UID:5852-1620652200-1620654600@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents "The Vocal Collective"
DESCRIPTION:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents  “The Vocal Collective”  on Monday 10th May 2021\, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall\, Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Blvd\, Christchurch \nOriginally known as the Pops Choir and under the directorship of Richard Marrett The Vocal Collective will perform a wide range of repertorie – pop\, rock\, jazz\, musical theatre\, soul and swing. \n\nOn the Day – Purchase tickets at the Great Hall entrance from midday on the day of the concert.\nIn Advance – Book your tickets online at artscentre.org.nz\nCosts – $15.00 Adults; $10.00 – Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust members; $5.00 Students and children\n\nThe Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series brings together a selection of remarkable performances from renowned local\, national and international artists.
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/great-hall-lunchtime-concert-series-presents-vocal-collective/
LOCATION:Great Hall\, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Boulevard\, Christchurch\, 8011
ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust":MAILTO:concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210512T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210128T053333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T053333Z
UID:5815-1620825000-1620828000@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" - "University of Canterbury School of Music"
DESCRIPTION:CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with “University of Canterbury School of Music”  on Wednesday 12th May 2021\, 1.10 p.m. at  Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch or the CBS Music Centre. \nTop local talent on display\nConcerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at 12.45 p.m. to provide delicious and good value food!  Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of Catholic Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre.  (Programmes are subject to change without notice) \nDonation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/cbs-music-presents-wednesdays-one-university-canterbury-school-music-8/
LOCATION:Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Whelan":MAILTO:don.whelan@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210516T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210501T084648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210501T084648Z
UID:5977-1621173600-1621173600@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:South Brighton Voices present "Bright'N Brassy"
DESCRIPTION:South Brighton Voices presents “Bright’N Brassy” on Sunday 16th May 2021\, 2.00 p.m. at Roy Stokes Hall\, 146 Seaview Road\, New Brighton \nDirector: Diane Coad \nAccompanist: Caleb Brand \nGuest Artists: New Brighton Silver Band \nAdults: $20.00/Children: $2.00
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/south-brighton-voices-present-brightn-brassy/
LOCATION:Roy Stokes Hall\, 146 Seaview Road\, Christchurch\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Helen Buxton%2C Secretary%2C South Brighton Voices":MAILTO:helenevz@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210516T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210516T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210420T062411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T062411Z
UID:5970-1621175400-1621175400@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:NZ Opera presents "Opera in the City - The Journey to Today"
DESCRIPTION:PHILLIP RHODES TEAMS UP WITH MARK W DORRELL & THE DAME MALVINA MAJOR STUDIO ARTISTS IN CHRISTCHURCH \nNew Zealand’s internationally renowned baritone Phillip Rhodes (Ngāti Awa\, Ngāti Kahungunu) is a charismatic performer who has worked on some of the most prestigious stages of the world\, including the Royal Opera House\, Welsh National Opera and Opera North. No stranger to New Zealand audiences\, Phillip began his career as a former Emerging Artist with New Zealand Opera and the Dame Malvina Major Foundation (DMMF) and has performed in many productions here.  Teaming up with this year’s DMMF NZ Opera Studio Artists Katherine Winitana (Nga Ariki Kaiputahi\, Ngati Kahungunu) (soprano) and Katie Trigg (mezzo soprano) along with Mark W Dorrell on piano. They will present ‘the journey to today’\, a concert showcasing some of Phillip’s favourite moments from his stellar international career. \nDon’t miss your one opportunity to see Phillip\, Mark\, Katherine & Katie in this intimate concert at The Piano. \nSunday 16 May\, 2.30pm\nThe Piano\, Christchurch \nTo make a booking\, click the button below or phone our Box Office on 0800 696 737. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/nz-opera-presents-opera-city-journey-today/
LOCATION:The Piano\, 156 Armagh Street\, Christchurch\, 8140\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210517T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210517T135000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210304T074726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T074726Z
UID:5877-1621257000-1621259400@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents "Whekau"
DESCRIPTION:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents  “Whekau”  on Monday 17th May 2021\, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall\, Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Blvd\, Christchurch \nMembers of Whekau\, Alison Holden (piano) and Mark Hobson (saxophone and clarinet) are thrilled to have Rachel Doig (soprano) to join them for this concert.  The programme is centred around Anthony Ritchie’s Fantasy for Soprano Saxophone and Orchestra.  This is a newly penned piano reduction of this work which was written for Mark in 1996. \n\nOn the Day – Purchase tickets at the Great Hall entrance from midday on the day of the concert.\nIn Advance – Book your tickets online at artscentre.org.nz\nCosts – $15.00 Adults; $10.00 – Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust members; $5.00 Students and children\n\nThe Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series brings together a selection of remarkable performances from renowned local\, national and international artists.
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/great-hall-lunchtime-concert-series-presents-whekau/
LOCATION:Great Hall\, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Boulevard\, Christchurch\, 8011
ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust":MAILTO:concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210519T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210519T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210128T053554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T053554Z
UID:5816-1621429800-1621432800@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" - "Alice Kuo - piano"
DESCRIPTION:CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with “Alice Kuo – piano”  on Wednesday 19th May 2021\, 1.10 p.m. at  Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch or the CBS Music Centre. \nRachmaninov\, Grieg and others\nConcerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at 12.45 p.m. to provide delicious and good value food!  Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of Catholic Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre.  (Programmes are subject to change without notice) \nDonation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/cbs-music-presents-wednesdays-one-alice-kuo-piano/
LOCATION:Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Whelan":MAILTO:don.whelan@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210520T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210331T050633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T050633Z
UID:5938-1621539000-1621544400@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora presents "Brave Caitlin Smith's Imaginary Band"
DESCRIPTION:The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora presents “Brave Caitlin Smith’s Imaginary Band” on Thursday 20th May 2021\, 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. at Great Hall\, The Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Boulevard\, Christchurch. \nGeneral Admission: $25.00 \n“…a voice that imagination created” – Mike Alexander \nBrave Caitlin Smith’s Imaginary Band will be touring\, Caitlin Smith (piano and vocals)\, Mark Laurent (guitar) and Steve Cournane (percussion and cymbals) a dream team performing jazz and folk music. \nCaitlin Smith’s latest album ‘You Have Reached Your Destination’ creates a multisensory universe unto itself – Braille and a tactile labyrinth within the cover art\, poetry and footsteps recorded between 14 originals. A mesmerizing\, prolific and passionate performer\, originals are sandwiched between the tastiest overs\, especially the repertoire of her spiritual parents Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. \nThe Caitlin Smith Trio (and earlier incarnation The Fondue Set) have held down well-loved residencies in Auckland for over two decades. 2021 marks the release of a collaboration/CD with the Auckland Jazz Orchestra ‘East of the Sun’. Caitlin Smith’s tour in 2020 with ARO was Covid interrupted so Caitlin Smith is delighted to be able to return. \nThe Band \nCaitlin Smith is a mesmerising performer\, song-poet and story singer. Legally blind since birth\, she is a tireless advocate for accessibility issues and the healing and transformative power of creativity. \nA vocal and song-writing coach to many of our best known artists\, Caitlin Smith combines poetry and music in unforgettable performances that include her original compositions as well as covers penned by her musical heroes. \nMark Laurent has been a professional musician for over 40 years. He plays rock\, blues\, reggae\, alt.country\, folk\, soul/jazz/gospel\, working solo\, in bands and duos. He’s recorded many albums\, written 200 songs\, and worked as producer/session musician on numerous projects. He’s also an author\, with 4 books of poetry published\, and an illustrated children’s book. \nSteve Cournane is a drummer and composer who began playing with the Alpaca Brothers in Dunedin\, in 1984. Steve won a Tui for NZ Jazz album of the year in 2002 for the album Stereoscope by CLBob. This group released three albums and performed relentlessly around the country over a ten-year period. In 2007 he moved to Lima\, Peru\, where he survived as a musician while studying the coastal Afro-Criolla music for another seven years. He moved to Auckland in 2017 and currently plays cajón with Isla Flamenca (with Ian Sinclair) and drum-kit with BOAT and Bill Direen \nContact: Shelley Erskine \nshelley@artscentre.org.nz \nhttps://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/brave-caitlin-smiths-imaginary-band/
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/arts-centre-te-matatiki-toi-ora-presents-brave-caitlin-smiths-imaginary-band/
LOCATION:Great Hall\, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Boulevard\, Christchurch\, 8011
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Erskine":MAILTO:shelley@artscentre.org.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210522T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210522T151500
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210510T080623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T080623Z
UID:5992-1621692000-1621696500@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Christchurch Organists' Association + Oxford Terrace Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:Christchurch Organists’ Association + Oxford Terrace Baptist Church presents “Organ Spectacular” on Saturday 22nd May 2021\, 2.00 p.m. to 3.15 p.m. at Oxford Terrace Baptist Church\, 286 Oxford Terrace\, entrance from Madras Street. \nPricing: $20.00 donation at the door.  Concert in aid of the Church’s Social Housing Building Project \nAlex Goodwin (Ely and Chichester Cathedrals) and Jeremy Woodside (Wells Cathedral and Westminster Abbey). Featuring two outstanding organists with international reputations in a varied programme of Solo and Duo Organ works. \nContact: Rosemary Allison\, Email: rosemary.allison@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/christchurch-organists-association-oxford-terrace-baptist-church/
LOCATION:Oxford Terrace Baptist Church\, 286 Oxford Terrace\, Christchuch\, 8011\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Rosemary Allison":MAILTO:chch.organ.assoc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210524T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210524T135000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210304T075028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T075028Z
UID:5878-1621861800-1621864200@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents "Lixin Zhang (piano)"
DESCRIPTION:Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series presents  “Lixin Zhang (piano)”  on Monday 24th May 2021\, 1.10 pm to 1.50 pm at The Great Hall\, Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Blvd\, Christchurch \nLixin is a brilliant young pianist who is in demand in NZ and internationally.  He will shortly be departing our shores to further his musical studies in California.  Hear him before he goes. \n\nOn the Day – Purchase tickets at the Great Hall entrance from midday on the day of the concert.\nIn Advance – Book your tickets online at artscentre.org.nz\nCosts – $15.00 Adults; $10.00 – Friends of the Arts Centre and Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust members; $5.00 Students and children\n\nThe Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series brings together a selection of remarkable performances from renowned local\, national and international artists.
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/great-hall-lunchtime-concert-series-presents-lixin-zhang-piano-2/
LOCATION:Great Hall\, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre\, 2 Worcester Boulevard\, Christchurch\, 8011
ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts for Christchurch Foundation Trust":MAILTO:concertsforchristchurch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210525T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210503T090905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T090905Z
UID:5981-1621971000-1621976400@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Waimakariri Community Arts Council presents "Megiddo & Thomson"
DESCRIPTION:Waimakariri Community Arts Council presents “Megiddo & Thomson” on Tuesday 25th May 2021\, 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. at Chamber Gallery\, Rangiora Library\, Rangiora \nPricing: \n\nAdults $35.00; Students $15.00 –\nBook now\, limited seats. Tickets available at Rangiora Library\, cash only\n\nIn ‘Cello Journey’ you will be taken on a musical OE. Travel around the globe in a programme of music that explores different music cultures\, styles and periods. \nJoin Inbal Megiddo and Rachel Thomson as they enjoy the Spanish nightlife with Manuel de Falla\, glimpse Japanese culture with Salina Fisher\, and bask in the Russian countryside with Dmitri Shostakovich before ending up in the German concert hall with Johannes Brahms. \nThe Megiddo & Thomson concert is proudly presented by the Waimakariri Community Arts Council in association with Chamber Music New Zealand.
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/waimakariri-community-arts-council-presents-megiddo-thomson/
LOCATION:Chamber Gallery Rangiora\, 141 Percival Street\, Rangiora\, 7400\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Jarrett Chamber Gallery Concert Promotions%2C Waimakariri Community Arts Council":MAILTO:chambergalleryrangiora@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210526T131000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210526T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210128T053756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210525T074826Z
UID:5817-1622034600-1622037600@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:CBS Music presents "Wednesdays at One" - "STAC Musical Showcase"
DESCRIPTION:CBS Music presents “Wednesdays at One” with “STAC Musical Showcase”  on Wednesday 26th May 2021\, 1.10 p.m. at  Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street\, Christchurch or the CBS Music Centre. \nChoral & chamber items from St Andrew’s College\nConcerts begin at 1.10 p.m and go through to 2.00 p.m.  The Cathedral Cafe opens at 12.45 p.m. to provide delicious and good value food!  Enjoy a delicious light lunch from the Cathedral Cafe and a weekly feast of magnificent music in the superb acoustics of Catholic Pro-Cathedral or the CBS Music Centre.  (Programmes are subject to change without notice) \nDonation $10.00 and $5.00 – proceeds to the CBS Building Fund
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/cbs-music-presents-wednesdays-one-stac-musical-showcase-3/
LOCATION:Catholic Pro-Cathedral\, 373 Manchester Street Christchurch Central\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Whelan":MAILTO:don.whelan@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210529T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210529T163000
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210510T075824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T075938Z
UID:5991-1622298600-1622305800@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Risingholme Singers present "Greatest Hits Through The Ages"
DESCRIPTION:Risingholme Singers present “Greatest Hits Through The Ages” on Saturday 29th May 2021\, 2.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. at Risingholme Theatre\, 99 Hawford Road or 26 Reeves Road Opawa. \nPricing: \n\nTickets $15.00 (Children under 13 free)\n\nMusic Director: Henry Nicholson\nAccompanist: William Grubb\nGuest Artists: Luka Reardon (Oboe) and Gabriel Baird (Piano) \nContact: \nSuzanne Stewart\, Email: suzanne.stewart@xtra.co.nz \n 
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/risingholme-singers-present-greatest-hits-ages/
LOCATION:Risingholme Theatre\, 99 Hawford Road\, Christchurch\, 8023
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Stewart":MAILTO:suzanne.stewart@xtra.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210531T131500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210531T141500
DTSTAMP:20260410T230948
CREATED:20210509T034621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210509T034621Z
UID:5984-1622466900-1622470500@musiccanterbury.co.nz
SUMMARY:Hook\, Line and Singalong event celebrating the end of NZ Music Month!
DESCRIPTION:Christchurch singers\, ukulele players and sign language groups or individuals are invited to take part in a massed Hook\, Line and Singalong event in the TSB space in Tūranga Central Library on May 31st 1:15-2:15 to sing the winning 2021 HLS Aroha I Aotearoa as well as a few other NZ songs to celebrate the end of NZ Music Month! Will you be part of it? \nDetails and group registration is here: \nhttps://menza.co.nz/event/nz-music-month-community-hook-line-and-sing-christchurch/
URL:https://musiccanterbury.co.nz/event/hook-line-singalong-event-celebrating-end-nz-music-month/
LOCATION:Turanga Central Library\, 60 Cathedral Square\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="Judith Bell":MAILTO:bell.judith@gmail.com
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