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!
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’ve been playing guitar for over 35 years and began teaching after completing my music degree at Middlesex University, London, in 2007. Since then, teaching has been a central part of my musical life alongside performing and working within recognised examination pathways. I work with both children and adults…
Guitar Lessons
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Banjo Lessons,
Ukulele Lessons
| Theory Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
Online Lessons
I am a Lower Hutt based music teacher. I teach Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute and beginner accordion . I have been teaching music for almost 20 years and have taught most ages, levels and styles. Teaching is my passion and I put a lot of effort into each of my…
Saxophone Lessons
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Accordion Lessons,
Clarinet Lessons,
Flute Lessons,
| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
*Contact Sally to receive your FREE 45-minute video singing class 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 background in singing and expressive movement, communication,…
Singing Lessons
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Guitar Lessons,
| Alexander Technique Lessons,
Artist development,
Drama Lessons,
Online Lessons,
Posture for Singers and Instrumentalists
I believe every one deserves an opportunity to explore a relationship with music in an encouraging and nurturing environment, free of expectation to progress at a certain rate. I have a particular interest in teaching children and/or helping adults reconnect with music.
Singing Lessons
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| Artist development,
Song Writing Workshops
A personable and professional teacher with almost two decades teaching experience, Lyndsay is here to help. Receive expert tuition in violin and theory, and experience performing on stage in studio concerts.
Violin Lessons
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| Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Suzuki Music Lessons
*Duo(2 students at once) lessons available, receive one on one lesson at a lower rate – get in touch for more details* Clara Park is a flute and piano teacher with over 8 years of teaching experience focused on private lessons. She is classically trained her whole life and…
Flute Lessons
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Piano Lessons
| Aural Lessons,
Theory Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
I’m Dr. Mark Baynes, a jazz pianist, composer, and educator based in West Auckland, New Zealand. I teach piano from my home studio and online — wherever you are, we can work together. My curriculum spans reading and technique, improvisation for all levels, and styles including Jazz, Funk, Latin,…
Piano Lessons
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Keyboard Lessons,
| Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
Wellington-based composer and bass player Simon Eastwood has a diverse practice, including orchestral and chamber works, electronic pieces, and improvisation. He studied composition at the Royal Academy of Music in London and at the New Zealand School of Music in Wellington. Simon has a broad range of teaching experience,…
Double Bass Lessons
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Bass Guitar Lessons,
Ukulele Lessons
| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
