REMU logo Program for 2026

More details will be added to these events as they become available.

Saturday 14th March 2026: Annual General Meeting and Big Blow 1

2pm to 4pm Johnsonville Uniting Church, Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville, Wellington

The meeting will start at 2pm, and will be followed by the first "Big Blow" of the year. If you cannot attend the AGM, please email remu.org.nz@gmail.com to record your apologies or nominate a financial member as your proxy by giving them a signed hard copy note to that effect.

Big Blow 1 will be led by John Lister.

The Big Blow gives a chance for you to indulge in massed playing for recorder. You will need to be able to read music comfortably, but need not be an expert, as there will be many players on the same part. This is a great way to ease back into playing after a long break.
Please contact remu.org.nz@gmail.com for more information.

Saturday 11th April 2026: Big Blow 2

2pm to 4pm Johnsonville Uniting Church, Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville, Wellington

Big Blow 2 will be led by Bernard Wells.

A chance for you to indulge in massed playing for recorder. You will need to be able to read music comfortably, but need not be an expert, as there will be many players on the same part. This is a great way to ease back into playing after a long break.
Please contact remu.org.nz@gmail.com for more information.

Saturday 23rd May 2026: Our first Soiree of the year

2pm to 4pm Johnsonville Uniting Church, Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville, Wellington

An afternoon of music where consorts play to entertain each other. Soloists and small groups are welcome.
Please contact remu.org.nz@gmail.com for more information.

Saturday 20th June 2026: Big Blow 3

2pm to 4pm Johnsonville Uniting Church, Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville, Wellington

Big Blow 3 will be led by Katrin Eickhorst.

A chance for you to indulge in massed playing for recorder. You will need to be able to read music comfortably, but need not be an expert, as there will be many players on the same part. This is a great way to ease back into playing after a long break.
Please contact remu.org.nz@gmail.com for more information.

Saturday 25th July 2026: Our second Soiree of the year

2pm to 4pm Johnsonville Uniting Church, Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville, Wellington

An afternoon of music where consorts play to entertain each other. Soloists and small groups are welcome.
Please contact remu.org.nz@gmail.com for more information.

Saturday 12th September 2026: Big Blow 4

2pm to 4pm Johnsonville Uniting Church, Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville, Wellington

Big Blow 3 will be led by Kamala Bain.

A chance for you to indulge in massed playing for recorder. You will need to be able to read music comfortably, but need not be an expert, as there will be many players on the same part. This is a great way to ease back into playing after a long break.

Please contact remu.org.nz@gmail.com for more information.

Friday 2nd October 2026 to Sunday afternoon 4th October: Strathean Residential Weekend

Every year REMU arranges a weekend workshop at Strathean Retreat Centre a large house near Te Horo. Participants take part in workshops over the weekend. Strathean is located in park-like grounds, so there is always the option of time out and relaxation. Non-players such as partners are also welcome.

The lead tutor for Strathean 2026 will be announced later this year.

The registration form plus further details about the event, venue, accomodation options and food arrangements will be on this website closer to the event time. Some preliminary details can be found here Strathean Residential Weekends

Saturday November 28th, 2026: Our final Soiree for the year and pot luck dinner

4pm to 7pm Johnsonville Uniting Church, Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville, Wellington

An afternoon of music, followed by a delicious pot luck dinner. Everyone is expected to bring a dish to contribute to the dinner. Note that this event starts at 4pm, not our more usual 2pm.
Please contact remu.org.nz@gmail.com for more information.