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
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 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,…
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
*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
How would you like to see your child make long lasting friendships? Be encouraged to explore sound and music? Grow in confidence? Express themselves? In a word where accademia is the norm, encouraging creativity in a child's mind is a powerful thing. Have your child taught professionally, from the best! Enrol now!
Harp Lessons
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Guitar Lessons,
Keyboard Lessons
| Aural Lessons,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Online Lessons
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
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.
I’m Wellington based bassist since 2005. I’m enjoying my busy life with the NZSO as well as solo recitals and teaching. I mainly play Classical but love to explore different styles so I’ve played in Jazz, Rock, Folk & Tango bands over the years. As a teacher I try to find a balance between learning, commitment and fun!
Double Bass Lessons
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Bass Guitar Lessons,
| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
Online Lessons
My lessons focus on developing a well-rounded, joyful musician with a wide set of skills. Lessons cover creativity, healthy technique, solid reading skills, aural development, musical expression, theory, and performance. For those students who want to sit exams, I prepare students for ABRSM exams.
Piano Lessons
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| Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Music And Movement For Under Fives,
Online Lessons
