# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hidden Gems
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Throughout its history, jazz and swing has been a safe haven for women and queer musicians, with legendary vocalists, instrumentalists, and composers who left their indelible mark.

Join the Hamilton Big Band as we celebrate and commemorate those who pushed the bounds and paved the way, with the music of Ella Fitzgerald, Billy Strayhorn, Cole Porter, Ethel Waters, and more. Under the batons of two homegrown guest conductors Ashleigh Smith (TWSO, Parade) and Charlie Garcia-Gil (Hamilton City Brass, Next to Normal), the Hamilton Big Band explore the swing era, Stonewall, and contemporary artists today.

This concert will feature HBB’s first-time performances of works by Maria Schneider and Roberta Flack. This one’s not to be missed for any jazz fans!

Running time: 120 mins
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hamilton/hidden-gems/200030516592101
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, art, parades
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 16

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Hamilton
- **state**: WK
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 1 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand 3204
- **lat**: -37.79221
- **long**: 175.28738
- **full address**: 1 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand 3204, New Zealand

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Hidden Gems
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Hidden Gems being held?
  - **A:** Hidden Gems takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 1 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand 3204, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Hidden Gems?
  - **A:** Hidden Gems is organized by The Meteor.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Hidden Gems 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 Hamilton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Hidden Gems sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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