Frequently Asked Questions

Partner with us and make a difference

We partner with local "host bands" who can help us with local marketing and logistics. If your community has a festival or special event or wants to organise a concert get in touch to discuss.

Whether your band is A-Grade or just starting out, large or small, Bras and Brass is the perfect companion for your musical journey. We believe every community event is a golden opportunity to raise awareness for breast cancer research through our shared love of brass music.

Why Partner with Bras and Brass?

• A Shared Mission: Feel the pride of contributing to a vital cause while performing for your local community.

• Professional Collaboration: Our team of experienced band professionals is eager to work alongside you and your members.

• Unmatched Camaraderie: Enjoy the fellowship and "family reunion" vibe that comes with hosting musicians from across New Zealand.

Ready to Host the "Women in Pink"?

If you’d like a visit from our nationwide band to put on an entertaining show for an excellent cause, we would love to hear from you.

Get in Touch:

• Band Liaison: Bronwynne Leech

• Band Manager: Mike Sander

Who can join the Bras and Brass Band?

We are an inclusive group and welcome all female brass and percussion players from across New Zealand. Whether you are currently in an A-grade band or just picking your instrument back up, we’d love to have you on our database.

Do I have to pay to play?

Bras and Brass is self-funded. To ensure every cent we raise goes to breast cancer research, our members personally fund their own travel and accommodation for our rehearsal and performance weekends.

How often does the band meet?

We aren't a weekly rehearsal band. We gather for intensive, high-energy "event weekends" in different parts of the country. It’s like a musical family reunion!

How do I make a donation?

We offer two secure ways to support our work:

• Online via Givealittle: For an instant credit card donation and an automatic tax receipt, please visit our official Givealittle Page.

• Internet Banking: If you prefer to donate via direct credit, please email our  us at trustee@brasandbrass.org.nz to Request for Bank Account Details. To ensure our account security, we provide our bank details privately upon request.

The Bras and Brass Foundation is a registered New Zealand Charitable Trust (CC62187). Donations over $5 are eligible for a tax credit through Inland Revenue. If you donate via Givealittle, your receipt is issued automatically. For direct bank transfers, please email us for a formal receipt.

Whether you give online or via bank transfer, we are incredibly grateful for your support in helping us strike a chord for the cure!

https://www.register.charities.govt.nz/Charity/CC62187

Where does my donation go?

Funds raised from our concerts and through the Bras and Brass Foundation go toward supporting life-saving breast cancer research through the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ and supporting brass musicians diagnosed with breast cancer.

Is my donation tax deductable?

Yes! The Bras and Brass Foundation is a registered New Zealand Charitable Trust (CC62187), so your donations are eligible for a tax credit.

https://www.register.charities.govt.nz/Charity/CC62187

Are the organisers paid?

No. Our entire management team and Trustees are 100% volunteers who donate their professional skills to the cause. 

Our Musical Director, Michelle Lowe, also generously volunteers her time and world-class expertise to lead the band. To support her incredible contribution, the Foundation covers her travel for our performance weekends, ensuring she can be there to baton the "Women in Pink" wherever we gather.

Why the name "Bras and Brass"

It represents our "Women in Pink" identity and our mission to raise awareness for breast cancer through our shared passion for brass music. Plus, it’s a bit of fun—and you can't keep a good woman down!