As a teacher I strive to help students build confidence, have fun and fit music into their life in a meaningful way. I encourage students to treat themselves compassionately as they encounter new challenges. I aim to create an environment in which students are free to experiment, make mistakes and learn.
Bass Guitar Lessons
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Guitar Lessons
| Theory 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…
Free starter piano/ keyboard lessons, no sub costs, with Rosemary McIver, Nelson . A great variety of resources activities and games to keep lessons fun and students motivated.
Piano Lessons
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Keyboard Lessons,
| Aural Lessons,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Conducting Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons
Lessons are tailored to your needs and abilities, whether you want to start at the beginning, improve fast, prepare for a specific occasion or just want to jam on a weekly basis.
We specialise in adults and especially enjoy working with people who want to take up singing or the guitar at a later stage in their life.
Guitar Lessons
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Choirs,
Singing Lessons
| Artist development,
Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Online Lessons
Jenn Shelton is a highly accomplished professional vocalist with over 20 years of experience on the stage and as a Vocal and Performance Coach. Jenn has performed internationally and won numerous singing competitions. Her extensive experience allows her to feel completely at ease on stage. She has composed original…
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
Guitar lessons with a difference for beginners and intermediate players, either face to face or online. Paule can help save you days, weeks, months, even years of guitar frustration by breaking and preventing bad habits. Every coaching session is customised to the needs of his client and their immediate goals.
Guitar Lessons
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| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons,
Posture for Singers and Instrumentalists
Singing Lessons | body alignment, breathing and support, co-ordinating the breath and sound, to develop a resonant, connected voice, interpreting words and telling a story.
Singing Lessons
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| Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons,
Posture for Singers and Instrumentalists
"Do you want the latest singing techniques straight from the West End of London? Do you desire your own unique sound? Does singing feel difficult or do you find it confusing merging different techniques?" Private coaching: Musical Theatre/Pop/Jazz/Classical/Acting through song/Songwriting/Audition Preparation.
Singing Lessons
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| Artist development,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
Online Lessons,
Posture for Singers and Instrumentalists
