--- title: 'National Young Jazz Bandit' url: 'https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/news/term-4-2023/national-young-jazz-bandit' markdown: 'https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/news/term-4-2023/national-young-jazz-bandit.md' date: '2023-10-18' description: "Drumroll please ... Congratulations to Thomas Christie (Year 13) who has won the coveted title of 'Champion of the Drum Improvisation section' after recently competing in the National Young Jazz Bandit competition in Wellington, against talented drummers from across the country. Thomas has always h…" --- National Young Jazz Bandit Thomas Christie (Year 13) ![Thomas Christie](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/images/6/1/4/d/2/614d22675c80c09e9deed2b79d66614692a4e13b-thomas-christie-.jpg "Thomas Christie") # National Young Jazz Bandit Wednesday, 18th October 2023 at 7:15am ##### Drumroll please ... Congratulations to Thomas Christie (Year 13) who has won the coveted title of 'Champion of the Drum Improvisation section' after recently competing in the National Young Jazz Bandit competition in Wellington, against talented drummers from across the country. Thomas has always had a deep love for music, particularly jazz drumming. His dedication and commitment to honing his skills led him to this national competition. His path to victory was marked by countless hours of practice, determination, and remarkable improvisational skills. His performance in the improvisation section captivated the judges and the audience. At Green Bay High School, we take immense pride in nurturing and supporting young talents like Thomas. We believe in providing resources and opportunities for students to succeed in their chosen fields. Thomas Christie's victory is an inspiration to his peers and a testament to the power of dedication and perseverance. We congratulate him on this remarkable achievement and look forward to his continued success in jazz drumming. His win reflects the potential within each of our students. Navigate - [ Home ](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/) - [ About Us ](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/about-us) - [ Enrolment ](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/enrolment) - [ Learning ](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/learning-areas) Contact Contact us: [https://greenbayhigh.school.kiwi/contact\_us](https://greenbayhigh.school.kiwi/contact_us)Green Bay High School 143 - 161 Godley Road, Green Bay Auckland 0643 New Zealand PO BOX 80002 | | | |---|---| | Tel | [+64 9 817 8173](tel:+6498178173) | | Absences | [Ext. 234 or press ‘1’ (one)](tel:+6498178173,234) | | Email | | | CONTACT US | [https://greenbayhigh.school.kiwi/contact\_us](https://greenbayhigh.school.kiwi/contact_us) | For contact details of individual staff, including Year level deans, please navigate to our [staff directory](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/about-us/staff) Kōtuitui Community Green Bay High School is proudly part of the Kōtuitui community of learning, a learning network of 12 West Auckland schools. To learn more about the Kōtuitui community please click [HERE](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/community/kotuitui). [![Kotuitui Community of Learning](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/user/themes/gbhs/images/kotuitui.svg)](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/community/kotuitui) --- ## Navigation - Parent: [Term 4 2023](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/news/term-4-2023.md) - Previous: [Measles Fact Sheet](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/news/term-4-2023/measles-fact-sheet.md) - Next: [National Young Performers Awards](https://greenbayhigh.school.nz/news/term-4-2023/national-young-performers-awards.md)