Mr Roderick McLeay, of Auckland, QSM for services to music and education
Roderick McLeay volunteered as conductor of the Auckland Youth Symphonic Band (AYSB) for many years, and continues to teach brass and woodwind instruments at primary and intermediate schools. He conducted the Recorder Group and the Concert Band at the Auckland Primary Principals’ Association (APPA) Music Festival. He was also involved with other activities as a teacher, choir trainer, conductor and administrator. Because of limited school resources, he supplied instruments for children and organised an annual Music Camp for Bruce McLaren Intermediate School students. Mr McLeay has been involved as a performer and musical director of Auckland musical theatre productions.