Blue Orchid Jazz Club to pop up in Whanganui

World renowned jazz club the Blue Orchid will be popping up in Whanganui next month.

Popular jazz club The Blue Orchid has embarked on their world tour and in a New Zealand first will be performing at an intimate venue in Whanganui next month.

Accompanied by a jazz quartet, six of the world's most talented Jazz performers will be showcasing a wide range of popular hits from chart-topping artists such as Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Al Greene and Etta James.

Event manager Christina Emery says "it's through old friends and various connections that this opportunity arose and because I absolutely adore Whanganui and want to showcase it to the world, I thought I'd see if I could bring a bit of the world to Whanganui, so here we are.

"I was fortunate enough to Skype into rehearsals on Sunday where I was completely overwhelmed by the calibre of the band and the performers.

"Their passion, endless energy and love for their craft is something that will leave a lasting impression on everyone who attends.

"It's something we'll be talking about for years to come."

She knows of at least a dozen locals that have been lucky enough to come across performances of this group in years gone by and although some members have now hung up their microphones, it has paved the way for a new generation.

The Blue Orchid Pop-Up Jazz Club will be open from August 9 until August 18 with nighttime performances at 7.30pm and one matinee performance on August 12.

Tickets will go on sale July 19th and can be purchased through the Whanganui i-Site Visitors Centre or through www.iticket.co.nz