Sonia & Nigel's Guitar and Ukulele Workshop at Hilltop
This Sunday 16 November 2pm to 3.30 -A practical one and a half hour workshop by the Sonia & Nigel duo for guitar and ukulele players 10 years and above. This workshop will be geared toward those with some basic experience of their instrument - be it guitar, ukulele or baritone uke. From seasoned beginners to more advanced players, the exercises, games and songs offered will be tailored to suit a range of playing abilities, with multiple parts to choose from.
• Guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Nigel Gavin shares insights, tips and riffs gained from 40 years as a professional musician.
• Co-hosted by French/American singer, songwriter, guitarist and ukulele teacher Sonia Wilson. Sonia leads a ukulele ensemble in Auckland and has performed at various uke festivals around the country.
• FUNdamentals of music practice: games, scales, songs and strategies for building joyful and constructive musical habits on your instrument.
• Practice makes Progress: embracing imperfection.
• Pathways to sustainable motivation: overcoming frustration, getting “unstuck”, finding joy, building repertoire and setting achievable goals.
• Please bring your instrument, a clip on tuner and a music stand if you have one.
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Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.6% ... It is complicated
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