Mr Butch Green, of Rangiora, KSM for services to music
Butch Green (Ngāti Porou) is a renowned trumpet player and the musical director of Sideline Swing, a Christchurch big band he started in 1994. He is a passionate advocate for younger players, giving them opportunities to showcase their talent. He was a founding member of the Christchurch Big Band Festival, helping to organise the annual event. He has supported the local swing dancing scene, with Sideline Swing playing countless gigs for Swingtown Rebels dance company. He volunteers his time bugling on Anzac Day and helps to facilitate community events. Mr Green previously played in the New Zealand Army Band.