Why do we treat music like homework when it’s something we’re meant to 'play'?
Music isn’t just a skill, it’s a game, an instinct, and a way to express who we are. In my lessons, we unlock curiosity, joy, and the kind of motivation that sticks. The ones who love learning become the best musicians - I’ll show you how.
Piano Lessons
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| Aural Lessons,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
Online Lessons
Here are 6 of my most effective ways to develop flexible left-hand fingers. It is very common for students’ fingers to be locked up and inflexible. This makes many techniques difficult or impossible; playing with a straight bow is hard work; a good sound is hard to produce, and…
Some informative & hilarious studio growth stories… We caught up with my good friend, amazing pianist and educator Dan Robertson to chat with the cicadas under the cherry blossom tree about: – Transitioning from teaching in your bedroom studio (and upsetting your quietly brewing flatmates!) – Baby steps to…
Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app that we love and in this vlog with interviewed Domingo Fernandez from their team to talk about how teachers and students are using it in their lessons. Key takeaways if you are looking to move into more dynamic interactive lessons with your…
Our first vlog/podcast/video interview! #1 Lauren Grout We talk GST for music teachers, expanding her studio, offering more performance opportunities for her students. You can read more about Lauren, contact her and book lessons We cover: Registering for GST in NZ https://www.ird.govt.nz/gst/registering-for-gst Zero-rated GST https://www.ird.govt.nz/gst/charging-gst/zero-rated-supplies Lauren and I discussed…
I’m Chris Bates (BMus), and I teach singing, guitar and songwriting, based on Auckland's North Shore. I've tutored music for the last 5 or so years, both younger and older. It's a great pleasure to help guide aspiring musicians on their journey. All ages are welcome!
Singing Lessons
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Guitar Lessons,
| Artist development,
Song Writing Workshops,
Composition Lessons,
Online Lessons
Teaching & Sharing the gift of Music - I love to teach music, I love to see someone start from the beginning and help unfold so they become a better musician. I'm passionate about putting my students goals first and helping them to have positive experiences and opportunities.
Guitar Lessons
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Banjo Lessons,
Bass Guitar Lessons,
Drum Lessons,
Piano Lessons,
Singing Lessons,
Ukulele Lessons
| Artist development,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Online Lessons
My name is Tomislav Nikolic and I've been a private violin teacher for more than 24 years. I've held orchestral posts in Serbia through the 1980's and played in the first violin section for 20 years with The Auckland Philharmonic Orchestra.
Hi, I’m a friendly teacher with lots of teaching experience, starting piano when I was 9 and completing B Mus degree and Trinity and ABRSM diploma performance exams. I aim to create a relaxed student who works with their own body to produce a good sound. I enjoy the…
Piano Lessons
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Keyboard Lessons,
| Aural Lessons,
Theory Lessons
A diversely creative instrumentalist and award-winning composer for theatre, film and original projects, David has been involved in a wide array of musical projects and has toured his music extensively in NZ, Singapore, Australia, India, Germany and the U.S.A. One of his most enduring collaborations has been with INDIAN…
Banjo Lessons,
Guitar Lessons
| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons
NOW TAKING ENROLMENTS FOR TERM 3, 2026 Ready to embark on your musical journey? Let’s make it happen together. I’m Dr Irena Angelovska, a multilingual music educator and researcher with a PhD in Music Education and over 14 years of international teaching experience across Europe and New Zealand. I’ve…
Piano Lessons
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Choirs,
Keyboard Lessons,
Singing Lessons
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Theory Lessons,
Online Lessons
*Contact Sally for her 45-minute singing class video OR to book an in person or online session. Sally has spent the last 30+ years developing her SAMA activation method of voice and presence mentoring…helping you to express your authentic voice, presence, awareness, intuition, and emotional/spiritual connection. Combining her professional…
Singing Lessons
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Guitar Lessons,
| Alexander Technique Lessons,
Artist development,
Drama Lessons,
Online Lessons,
Posture for Singers and Instrumentalists
Experience Christchurch's most transformative music education with Morton Music. Artists in Residence at The Piano, Arna & Alex Morton are master educators. Their revolutionary HIIP Method™ moves beyond technique to teach the mindset for efficient, effective, and joyful practice.
French Horn Lessons
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Trumpet Lessons,
Violin Lessons
| Artist development,
Ensemble Coaching,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
