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…
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…
My name is Matt Kennedy and I am a working musician and guitar tutor. I specialise in contemporary music and design acoustic guitar, electric guitar and ukulele lessons that are both enjoyable and achievable for students of all levels, helping them build confidence and reach outstanding results across a…
Guitar Lessons
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Ukulele Lessons
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Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Online Lessons
The way I love to teach is through using songs that are familiar to the student. We learn technique, rhythm and gain strength through playing our favorite songs.
Lets have fun playing music!!
Described as “…a performer of virtuosic ability and one of the new generation of recitalists and gifted players from around the world” Matthew Marshall is one of New Zealand’s leading classical guitarists. In a prize-winning career spanning nearly 40 years, Matthew has given over 2000 performances throughout Europe, Asia,…
Robert is a regular player on the Wellington music scene, and has often toured the country with a variety of acts, developing his expertise in live performance. Studying Jazz performance at the NZSM he is well versed in Jazz styles, and consequently other genres, as well as reading, and…
Double Bass Lessons
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Bass Guitar Lessons,
Guitar Lessons
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Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
Ari Freeman is a bassist and guitarist from Christchurch. He is known around Christchurch and beyond as the front man of the psychedelic funk band Rhomboid, and as The Blues Professor, a One-Man-Band playing blues and rock’n’roll . Ari has diverse skills and experience that is rare to find in…
Guitar Lessons
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Bass Guitar Lessons,
Singing Lessons
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Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons
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,
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Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
Online Lessons
Upcoming events: 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, education, psychology, meditation, acting, and intercultural song and…
Singing Lessons
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Guitar Lessons,
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Artist development,
Drama Lessons,
Online Lessons,
Posture for Singers and Instrumentalists
