Nearly 100 secondary school students from across Taranaki came together to perform music for an orchestra day.
Organiser Robert Greenhill says secondary schools from North, Central and South Taranaki gathered in Hāwera’s TSB Hub on Friday.
“Unfortunately, Pātea Area School were unable to attend, but we hope to have them at the next event.”
He says the event is memorable for the students, with all of them spending the morning practicing and then showcasing their skills for the public in the afternoon.
“It’s really special to see all these students come together and then perform together. The beauty of it is they meet like-minded musicians from other schools who they may have otherwise not come into contact with. It builds connection.”