Today we paid tribute to honour and celebrate a phenomenal musician, longtime bassist and founding member of The Commodores, Ronald LaPread.
It was a privilege to stand alongside family, friends, and members of the music community to acknowledge the incredible legacy he leaves behind. His talent, passion, and contribution to music have touched countless lives across the world through generations, and his influence will continue to be felt for years to come.
A special thank you to and for inviting us to be part of such a meaningful occasion and for allowing us to help honour a truly remarkable man, and to on the keys.
REST IN MUSIC RONALD 🕊️🤍🎶
SaintzUp Performing Arts, Events & Ent
Creative Performing Arts Programme for young people aged 5–18Years based in Auckland, NZ. Inspiring young people to chase their dreams.💯
Offering Music & Dance through In-School & After-School programmes, plus Events & Entertainment Team specialists. We offer :
- Performance & Entertainment Bookings
- After School Community Programmes
- In-School Performing Arts Programmes
- School Holiday Programmes
Contact our team at :
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After School Programmes Based
WEST - Avondale
CENTRAL - Mt Roskill
SOUTH - Mangere
31/05/2026
What a vibe at for our APPS Choir last night at Waikato. Providing the Pre & Half Time Show Entertainment. CROWD was 🔥🔥
MASSIVE thank you to the Gallagher Chiefs for inviting & hosting us 🙌🏾, Karen Hinkley from Kojo, the amazing Ainsley Harrison, our Soundman Matiu, the Hamilton Old Boys Club for your space, and our NZ Coach Driver Santu.
Highlight Videos can be found via our INSTA Page.
“WELCOME HOME”
Sir Dave Dobbyn , Troy Kingi, Verity, MD Mr Dixon Nacey.
Supported by our APSS Choir. (Choir Parts arranged by Nainz Tupa’i)
10/05/2026
Another special moment for our 😍
Performing “Welcome Home” with the man himself Sir Dave Dobbyn , joining him Troy Kingi, Verity, MD Masetro Mr Dixon Nacey and Band. Closing Starship Foundation Star Gala Charity Ball held last night at Auckland Town Hall.
One Night, One Purpose.
To raise $$ to transform cancer care for children in Aotearoa, NZ. ❤️
07/05/2026
We’re pulling together something special for this weekend. Huge thank you to Dixon Nacey for getting us onboard and for hosting us in your space at Kelston Boys' High School last night. Looking forward to what’s ahead. 🙏🏾
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Australia 🇦🇺 and New Zealand 🇳🇿 National Anthems.
Soloists : Logan Brown (Dilworth) & Madelleine Paeaia (Avondale College)
Conductor : Josiah Tupa’i
25/04/2026
This morning was truly something special. ❤️
Our Auckland Pasifika Secondary Students Choir (APSS) had the honour of performing both the Australian and New Zealand National Anthems at the ANZAC Dawn Ceremony at Auckland Domain.
In the stillness of the morning, as the sun began to rise, their voices carried a deep sense of respect, unity, and remembrance, honouring the fallen, the brave men and women who served, and those who continue to stand today.
It was a beautiful moment of reflection, pride, and gratitude. So proud of our young people for representing their families, cultures, and communities with such strength and grace.
Lest we forget. 🌺
APSS Choir 2026 Students Representatives :
Auckland Girls Grammar, Auckland Seventh-Day Adventist School, Avondale College, De La Salle College, Dilworth School, Kelston Boys High School, Lynfield College, McAuley High School, Manurewa High School, Marcellin College, Marist College, Mt Albert Grammar, One Tree Hill College, St Dominic’s College, St Mary’s High School, St Paul’s College, St Peter’s College.
24/04/2026
Auckland Pasifika Secondary Students Choir 2026 : ANZAC Dawn Ceremony, Auckland Domain.
It’s an honour to perform the Australian and New Zealand National Anthems.
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NEW ZEALAND 🇳🇿 National Anthem
Always an honour for our young people to sing our New Zealand National Anthem, paying tribute to the land beneath our feet, Papatuanuku, Tangata Whenua and the people of Aotearoa whom we are so blessed to live alongside and call HOME 🙏🏾
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