Bandquest

On 30 August the Manawatū regional Bandquest competition was held in Palmerston North. Bandquest is a competition for bands made up of students up to Year 8. Ōtaki College was represented by ŌC Oceans, made up of Ruby Rasmussen, Carys Watkins, Awhina Nirai, Jovan-Cruz Iraia, Kaia Richter, Ben Cranson, and Mihirangi Tanga. All students had a wonderful time and really connected with a number of other musicians in the area. To top it off Mihirangi Tanga was awarded the Best Keyboardist, which is a great achievement. Many thanks go to band tutors Anje Glindemann and Steve Poulton. ŌC Oceans will next go to the Battle of the Bands in Wellington.

Joanna Devane, Curriculum Leader, Performing Arts

Back row - Ruby Rasmussen, Carys Watkins, Awhina Nirai, Jovan-Cruz Iraia

Front Row - Kaia Richter, Ben Cranson, Mihirangi Tanga