The Sound of Community:

Unleashing the potential of tamariki, whānau and communities through orchestral music. Based in Ōtara, we are fully inclusive and free, developing social skills such as leadership, resilience & confidence.

1,719 Students

Ākonga impacted by Sistema Aotearoa in the past year. Aged 2 - 20 from Early Childhood Centres to University Students and their Whānau.

2,009 Music Sessions

In schools, and at our after-school programme. In addition to 44 performances with over 4,300 audience members in the past year alone!

62 Contributing Schools

Including Early Childhood Centres, Primary Schools, Intermediate Schools, High Schools, and our 10 Partner Schools.

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Nov 19

Nov 19, 2025

End-Of-Year Hui Taurima 2025

Nov 19, 2025

General Details

Date: Wednesday 19 November
Where: Due Drop Events Centre, Manukau (this is the building next to the waterpark and close to Rainbow's End)
Who: The whole Sistema Aotearoa Programme 🎵
Cost: FREE
Parking: FREE
Bring: Your instrument (if you have one)
Wear: Cultural Dress or something smart - this is a celebration 🤩

All of our students received a Hui notice at their after-school rehearsals these last two weeks containing the following information. Please read through it carefully to understand when your child needs to arrive for their performance.

Nov 19, 2025

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