Hamilton’s Lonely Hearts Club Big Band
Playing Lennon & McCartney’s Biggest Hits
7pm, Saturday 16 May 2026
It’s The Beatles, but like you’ve never heard them before!
Join Hamilton Big Band as we pay tribute to the story of John, Paul, George, and Ringo, with jazz-tinged covers of Blackbird, Yesterday, Lady Madonna, and many, many more. Expect big hits, hidden gems, and everything in between, as we take you on a journey through a brief and sordid history of immense talent, weight of stardom, and fame-fuelled hubris.
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Past events
Summer Sounds
Jazz at the Hamilton Gardens
2pm, Saturday 7 March 2026
Hamilton Big Band is back at the Hamilton Gardens for another year with a free concert! Enjoy a picnic with some classic jazz, latin, and classic pop hits with a beautiful view of the turtle lake.
Free event – no tickets required
Hamilton Big Band Fabulous Rhythm & Blues Revue
Part of the Cambridge Autumn Festival 2026
7pm, Friday 27 March 2026
They’re not being pursued by the cops, nor are they on a mission from God, but Hamilton Big Band is bringing you the music of The Blues Brothers.
Join the 17-or-so musicians for a selection of tunes that capture the excitement of car chases and rocket launchers, and will forever be associated with the cult hit.
The big band features a line-up of saxophones, trombones, trumpets and rhythm section, along with vocalists.
From Soul Man to Shake a Tail Feather, they’ll play the hits you remember from the movie.
Their performance might not save an orphanage but they plan to make sure you have a good time!
Tickets $25 from Humanitix
Open rehearsal
Tuesday 28 October 2025
Salvation Army Hamilton City, 99 London Street
Thinking about having a go at playing some jazz, or just curious about our rehearsal process? Come join us for the evening in our open rehearsal! Players and observers alike are welcome to come along to this event, regardless of your skill or experience levels. So come have some fun, meet new people, and help us drive our MD up the wall!
We’ll be practicing the following:
– Blue Suede Shoes
– Take the A Train
– Big Spender
– Fever
– Peter Gunn Theme
– Stardust
Saxes, trombones, trumpets, guitars, basses, drums, and pianos are all welcome. Vocal opportunities are limited, but still welcome to apply.
Drum kit, digital piano, and amps will be provided – please bring all other instruments. To register, please fill out the form at https://forms.gle/9fi4ErdEtTnV4xReA
Raising fund for the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal
Christmas Carols
Dates & location TBC
It’s time for our annual tradition – Christmas carols and festive tunes, with your donations going towards those who need it most! Watch this space for details to come soon.
Opening concerts of the Waikato Regional Theatre
To The Stars – Ki Ngā Whetū
Monday 19, Tuesday 20, Wednesday 21 January 2026
We’re excited to be a part of the inaugural concert at the new Waikato Regional Theatre, joining hundreds of others in the community for the world premiere of Dr Jeremy Mayall’s commissioned work. More details coming soon.