Beethoven said: “To play a wrong note is insignificant. To play without passion is inexcusable.” Having lessons is a vital part of understanding music, but more important my lessons are to provoke passion. I charge less than other teachers, not because I don’t teach well, but because I genuinely want to help students.
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…
Tomas Iglesias is a film composer, arranger, and orchestrator based in Auckland, New Zealand. He has written music for more than 30 projects, including short films, documentaries, video games, and in-flight Air New Zealand music videos. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Composition from the University of Auckland…
Piano Lessons
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Keyboard Lessons,
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Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
Online Lessons
I have more than 13 year’s experience as a piano and music theory teacher in both classical and contemporary genres. I am extremely passionate about instilling the love of music and especially the piano to all my students so that music and playing an instrument becomes a part of…
Hi there. My name is Alex Wolken, and I am an experienced guitarist with substantial expertise in music theory and an academic background in composition (especially the composition of instrumental music) I have been playing guitar since I was nine years old and been playing in various bands and…
Guitar Lessons
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Aural Lessons,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons
Florence Lai is an accomplished classical pianist from Auckland, New Zealand, whose musical journey began at the age of four. She quickly advanced through the ABRSM and Trinity College of London piano exams, achieving high distinctions early on, including a score of 90% for both her ATCL and LTCL…
Piano Lessons
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Keyboard Lessons,
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Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
Online Lessons
I am a dedicated violin teacher with many years experience. I offer individual lessons to beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. I endeavour to guide my students to accomplish the best of their abilities with a comprehensive musical education.
Violin Lessons
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Viola Lessons
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Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
Online Lessons
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
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Ensemble Coaching,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
Begin your musical journey with us, or take your skills to the next level in our tailored one-on-one lessons.
We provide professional quality lessons in the Khandallah/Johnsonville area. If you’re looking to start learning an instrument, or to take your skills to the next level, then you’ve come to the right place.
Guitar Lessons
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Bass Guitar Lessons,
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Keyboard Lessons,
Piano Lessons,
Violin Lessons,
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Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Mixing and Mastering Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
Hi! I’m Josh. I’m a Saxophonist and band leader based in Wellington. I have 15 years playing and teaching experience, stemming from a love of Jazz and Saxophone that began at age 12. I practiced all throughout High School and University (in closets, bomb shelters – you name it!),…
