Drawing on my postgraduate study in music education, current performing practice, and over a decade of teaching experience, I’m interested in helping students become confident readers who understand the structure of music from the ground up, giving you the freedom to improvise, compose, and play in any style you like.
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 teaching people to play the flute for over 30 years, and I love helping students find joy and confidence in playing music. Whether you want to sit exams, are working towards NCEA Performance credits, or just want to play for fun, we can plan creative and fulfilling lessons together!
Flute Lessons
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| Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring
Singing, Piano, Guitar, Drum, Violin, Preschool Music Classes, Songwriting Workshop, Bands, Music Production and more...
Banjo Lessons,
Bass Guitar Lessons,
Choirs,
Double Bass Lessons,
Drum Lessons,
Guitar Lessons,
Keyboard Lessons,
Piano Lessons,
Percussion Lessons,
Saxophone Lessons,
Singing Lessons,
Ukulele Lessons,
Violin Lessons
| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Drama Lessons,
Music And Movement For Under Fives,
Mixing and Mastering Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
Sing, smile, and shine! Gentle, confidence building singing lessons for kids, teens and adults with Tui award-winning singer-songwriter Jenny Joy — where every voice gets to sparkle and grow.
Singing Lessons
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| Artist development,
Song Writing Workshops
Singing can be easy and fun! Come build your confidence and technique with me, a professional singer and practicing musician with a BA in Musical Theater and 20+ years performance. Let's get your Pop, Musical Theatre, Rock, R&B or Indie songs stage ready and have a great time doing it! Click through to read more.
Singing Lessons
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| Artist development,
Online Lessons,
Posture for Singers and Instrumentalists
All lessons are taught at my home studio in Newtown.
Students must have an instrument at home for practicing.
Email me if you want to book in for a trial lesson or discuss goals.
sonyawatersong@gmail.com
Piano Lessons
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Keyboard Lessons,
| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
I recently finished my Bachelor of Music with First Class Honours (Jazz Performance) from Victoria University in 2022. Before that, I spent 5 years as a full-time musician with the New Zealand Army Band. I am currently an Artist Teacher at the New Zealand School of Music Victoria University,…
