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<title>Can I bring my pet?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2019 09:43:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Dogs are NOT allowed at Lake Karāpiro, within the Mighty River Domain, or in the Sir Don Rowlands Centre under any circumstances. We are sorry if this causes disappointment or inconvenience. Contact Lake Karāpiro directly for the policy on other animals.]]></description>
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<p>Contact <a href="mailto:info@lakekarapiro.co.nz">Lake Karāpiro</a> directly for the policy on other animals.</p>
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<title>Where is the nearest supermarket?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2019 03:30:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[There are New World and Countdown supermarkets about 11 minutes away in Cambridge. There are also gas stations and Takeaway restaurants in that area.]]></description>
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<title>Is there parking on site?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 23:47:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Plenty of free parking at the venue.]]></description>
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<title>What is Bluegrass?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Aug 2018 11:06:31 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Bluegrass /ˈbluːɡrɑːs noun: bluegrass; noun: Kentucky bluegrass a bluish-green grass which was introduced into North America from northern Europe, widely grown (especially in Kentucky and Virginia) for fodder. a kind of country music characterized by virtuoso playing of banjos and guitars and high-pitched, close-harmony vocals. Wikipedia Bluegrass music is a form of American roots music. … <a href="/what-is-bluegrass/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">What is Bluegrass?</span></a>]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Bluegrass</h2>
<p><strong>/ˈbluːɡrɑːs</strong></p>
<p>noun: bluegrass; noun: Kentucky bluegrass</p>
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<li>a bluish-green grass which was introduced into North America from northern Europe, widely grown (especially in Kentucky and Virginia) for fodder.</li>
<li>a kind of country music characterized by virtuoso playing of banjos and guitars and high-pitched, close-harmony vocals.</li>
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<h2>Wikipedia</h2>
<p>Bluegrass music is a form of American roots music. It is named after the Blue Grass Boys, the 1939–1996 band of Kentucky mandolin player and songwriter Bill Monroe, who is considered “the father of bluegrass”. It was further developed by musicians who played with him, including 5-string banjo player Earl Scruggs and guitarist Lester Flatt. It was then evolved by other musicians who admired the high-energy instrumental and vocal music Monroe’s group created, and who carried it on into new bands, some of which created subgenres of bluegrass.<br />
Bluegrass is influenced by the music of Appalachia and other styles, including gospel and jazz <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bluegrass_music" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">read more…</a></p>
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<title>Can I camp at the festival?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2019 09:41:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[There are 60 powered and 80 non-powered campsites at the venue, Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain. What’s provided? Two amenity blocks with toilets and showers A kitchen with two ovens, a single chest freezer, a double door fridge, a hot water unit and four sinks A laundry facility is located on site, laundry costs are … <a href="/what-do-i-need-to-bring/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Can I camp at the festival?</span></a>]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are 60 powered and 80 non-powered campsites at the venue, Lake Karapiro <a href="https://www.lakekarapiro.co.nz/page/accommodation/">Mighty River Domain.</a></p>
<p><strong>What’s provided?</strong></p>
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<li>Two amenity blocks with toilets and showers</li>
<li>A kitchen with two ovens, a single chest freezer, a double door fridge, a hot water unit and four sinks</li>
<li>A laundry facility is located on site, laundry costs are $3 per load</li>
<li>A dump station and plenty of water taps for refilling tanks</li>
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<p><strong>What do I need to bring?</strong></p>
<p>Only basic camping facilities are provided. You will need to bring all your cooking equipment and linen, and everything else that is required for an enjoyable camping experience.</p>
<p><strong>Site information:</strong></p>
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<li>7×8 Metre</li>
<li>All parking MUST be on your site and not beside. Sites accommodate one large or two small tents plus a car. Extra Large tents such as marquees will not accommodate a car on the same site so another site would need to be booked.</li>
<li>Electricity can only be connected through an approved isolating transformer or RCD Safety switch. Caravans must have current electrical warrant of fitness and comply with LPG gas regulations.</li>
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<p><strong>Pricing:</strong></p>
<p class="text-justify"><strong>Powered site:</strong></p>
<p class="text-justify">Adults $20.00 per person per night</p>
<p class="text-justify">Child (12 and under) $15.00 per person per night</p>
<p class="text-justify"><strong>Non powered site:</strong></p>
<p class="text-justify">Adults $18.00 per person per night</p>
<p class="text-justify">Child (12 and under) $15.00 per person per night</p>
<p>We strive to be a sustainable festival, and your assistance in this matter is very much appreciated! Please bring refillable drink bottles and use instead of single use bottles. Minimise waste wherever you can, doing a few dishes is a lot easier than finding a new planet!</p>
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<title>Kiwigrass Academy: Will I have to audition?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2018 09:44:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[No audition necessary. You must have a basic proficiency on your instrument, which means knowing basic chord shapes and be able to strum along with a 3 chord song. Being able to sing is a bonus, but absolutely not required! Familiarity with bluegrass music will help. We recommend Dr. Pete Wernick’s “Let’s Pick!” Jam Basics … <a href="/will-i-have-to-audition/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Kiwigrass Academy: Will I have to audition?</span></a>]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No audition necessary. You must have a basic proficiency on your instrument, which means knowing basic chord shapes and be able to strum along with a 3 chord song.</p>
<p>Being able to sing is a bonus, but absolutely not required!</p>
<p>Familiarity with bluegrass music will help. We recommend <a href="https://letspick.org/">Dr. Pete Wernick’s “Let’s Pick!” Jam Basics</a> as the most comprehensive, user friendly introduction to bluegrass and bluegrass jamming.</p>
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<title>Will I benefit if I am not really a bluegrass player?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2018 21:38:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Yes. The skills are the same, the notes are the same, the techniques are the same, it just the style and songs that are bluegrass. You will learn skills that cross over to all sorts of music. Many of the players play other style of music as well, but at a bluegrass festival, well, the … <a href="/will-i-benefit-if-i-am-not-really-a-bluegrass-player/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Will I benefit if I am not really a bluegrass player?</span></a>]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Yes. The skills are the same, the notes are the same, the techniques are the same, it just the style and songs that are bluegrass. You will learn skills that cross over to all sorts of music. Many of the players play other style of music as well, but at a bluegrass festival, well, the focus is on umm.. bluegrass.</p>
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<title>What if I haven’t played in a band before?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2018 21:36:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Don’t worry about it. Just download some bluegrass backing tracks off YouTube, and play along with them so that you get used to playing in time with other people. Oh and make sure you have a tuner. If you play in time and in tune and stay quiet when you are lost, you are 90% … <a href="/what-if-i-havent-played-in-a-band-before/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">What if I haven’t played in a band before?</span></a>]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Don’t worry about it. Just download some bluegrass backing tracks off YouTube, and play along with them so that you get used to playing in time with other people. Oh and make sure you have a tuner. If you play in time and in tune and stay quiet when you are lost, you are 90% there (in any genre not just bluegrass).</p>
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<title>How much will Kiwigrass Academy cost?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2018 21:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[The full Kiwigrass Academy is $150 which is an amazing bargain – just look at the tutor line-up. You will need to book accommodation separately at the Narrows Park.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The full Kiwigrass Academy is $150 which is an amazing bargain – just look at the tutor line-up. You will need to <a href="/about/accommodation/">book accommodation separately at the Narrows Park.</a></p>
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<title>Do I have to attend every class?</title>
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<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peter Parnham]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2018 21:34:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[It’s not school so you can wag if you want to, but if you miss an earlier class it’s bad form to hold up a later class with your questions about the stuff you missed.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It’s not school so you can wag if you want to, but if you miss an earlier class it’s bad form to hold up a later class with your questions about the stuff you missed.</p>
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