Nelson Centre of Musical Arts is excited to bring regular live music back to the stage after a hiatus through the pandemic.
The Friday evening NBS Live Lounge series and Thursday lunchtime concerts presented by Nelson Pine Industries have made their return to the storied institution with a host of exciting performers poised to take centre stage.
After reducing programming and staff to a minimum to keep the doors open during the pandemic, NCMA Director James Donaldson says it’s time to bring live music back. “It has felt pretty lonely over the last two years, it’s about time we celebrated the vibrant performing arts scene in Nelson.”
He says you can almost feel the anticipation building from both the public and the musicians as they busily put the finishing touches on events that can run safely. “Live music is about people; it’s as much about the characters in the audience as it is the characters on stage. The calibre of performers who make their home in Nelson is remarkable…and they’re really eager to reconnect with their audiences.”
James says the return of live music to NCMA couldn’t have been achieved without support from local businesses. NBS General Manager – Commercial Howie Timms says they are excited to be working with community groups like NCMA to help reach a wider audience.
“We’re delighted to be supporting NCMA in their vision of making music available to as many people as possible.”
The NBS Live Lounge events are free to the public, with the bar open and a relaxed atmosphere to kick off Friday evening in style. “All I have to do is walk out of my office door into the bar and my weekend is underway,” says James.
Thursday lunchtime concerts bring a touch of class to your lunch break, and will captivate audiences with the variety and poise of performers, with discounted season passes on offer.
