

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Seriously Brass: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 pm (+13:00)
- **Event Description**: Woolston Brass, led by Music Director Phil Johnston, presents a thrilling night of symphonic brass featuring Derek Bourgeois’ major work The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea. This high‑energy programme also includes audience favourites Czardas, Procession to the Minster, Hungarian March, Toccata, and Strauss’ Horn Concerto No. 1 performed by Guest French Horn Soloist Emma Eden.

Woolston Brass is thrilled to welcome Emma Eden, Principal French Horn of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra. Emma began her musical journey on tenor horn in the Waimataitai School Brass Band in Timaru and has since built an impressive career, studying in Canada, Toronto and Berlin, and holding principal roles with Orchestra Wellington and the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra. A passionate educator, she founded Hop and Hum in 2025 and has performed with artists including Olivia Newton‑John, Burt Bacharach, Hans Zimmer, Neil Finn, Six60 and Shapeshifter.

With an exciting programme, world‑class musicianship, and the rare chance to hear a leading French Horn soloist in a brass band setting, this is a concert that promises musical excellence and unforgettable moments.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/christchurch/seriously-brass-devil-and-the-deep-blue-sea/200030245706626
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, live-music, workshops, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 16

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Christchurch
- **state**: CA
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: The Piano
- **lat**: -43.5289
- **long**: 172.63816
- **full address**: The Piano, 156 Armagh St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand, Christchurch

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Seriously Brass: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea being held?
  - **A:** Seriously Brass: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea takes place on Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 pm at The Piano, 156 Armagh St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand, Christchurch.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Seriously Brass: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea?
  - **A:** Seriously Brass: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea is organized by Woolston Brass.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Woolston Brass's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Woolston Brass a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Woolston Brass has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Seriously Brass: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Christchurch, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Seriously Brass: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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