Honouring Mat's legacy

$5,000 donated
Given by 26 generous donors in 10 days

A music/arts fund for Ted, to honour his dad's legacy. Mathew Fieldes, we will always remember you as an extraordinarily talented musician.

Auckland

To everyone who knew, loved, played music with, was friends with Mathew Fieldes—and to everyone he inspired:

It is with great sadness that we have learned of Mat's passing. An extraordinarily talented musician, Mat touched the lives of so many. I know a large community of people are saddened by his death and our hearts go out to his family.

This fundraiser has been established for Ted, to honour his father's legacy. 100% of the funds raised will go directly to Ted’s mother, Cia, to purchase, for example, a musical instrument for Ted, or pay for music lessons—whatever she feels will best foster his musical journey. Alternatively, if Ted is drawn to another creative art, the funds can be directed towards that, with our full blessing. Whatever is best for Ted! We want to support Ted in pursuing whatever he is passionate about, just like his dad did.

Donations will be accepted until the end of October, 2026.

SHARE A MEMORY FOR TED:

Please feel free to share a positive memory about Mat, an anecdote, or a message for Ted to treasure in the years to come.

Warm regards,

Kelly Billing

kiwikellyb@hotmail.com

Kelly Billing's involvement (page creator)

I am one of many who wish to honour Mat's musical legacy by supporting his son, Ted, in his creative endeavours.

Use of funds

A musical instrument, or music lessons, or anything else to support Ted's artistic, creative life.

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Guest Donor 57 mins ago
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Annabehl
Annabehl 21 hours ago
Dear Ted, Mat was such a talented musician, who cared so much about his craft, his love of performing and sharing his gift. He was so proud of you and whether you follow a musical path or find your own passion, there are so many of us who knew your dad cheering you on from all over the world. xxx
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Kelly Billing

Thanks so much Behly! x

Kelly Billing
Tim
Tim 4 days ago
I first met your dad in the 1990s when he played for the Auckland Philharmonia. We would hang and talk about all musical things, he then received his younger achiever's scholarship and his career took off. Every time he came back to New Zealand he'd pop in and play for the orchestra and I was able to catch up on the amazing things he'd been doing (secretly extremely jealous! Especially when he told me he'd recorded an album with my favorite base trombone player). There was only one thing that he'd like to talk about more than music and that was about you.
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Kelly Billing

Beautiful, thank you so much!

Kelly Billing
Chick
Chick 5 days ago
You were very brave at your Dad's funeral today! I loved the photos/videos of you two together. Know that you'll always be able to count on, not only your friends, but Mat's friends as well. Rock on!
$100
Kelly Billing

Lovely. Thank you so much!

Kelly Billing
Jennie Mel Jules and Siri
Jennie Mel Jules and Siri 5 days ago
Dear Ted , Your dad would have been so proud of you continuing your music journey . Lots of love to you and Cia .
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Kelly Billing

Thank you so much!

Kelly Billing

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This campaign started on 10 Aug 2026 and ends on 31 Oct 2026.