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
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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…
Frank is an experienced drummer and percussionist based in Ōtautahi/Christchurch who has been playing for well over 10+ years. A graduate of Ara Institute of Canterbury's Jazz Performance program, Frank has been playing and teaching all over Christchurch, covering all sorts of different styles and genres of music.
Drum Lessons
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Piano Lessons
| Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring
Teaching & Sharing the gift of Music - I love to teach music, I love to see someone start from the beginning and help unfold so they become a better musician. I'm passionate about putting my students goals first and helping them to have positive experiences and opportunities.
Guitar Lessons
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Banjo Lessons,
Bass Guitar Lessons,
Drum Lessons,
Piano Lessons,
Singing Lessons,
Ukulele Lessons
| Artist development,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Online Lessons
Just returned from New York, top American trained drummer, Mark Lockett is very excited to present Drumlab (www.drumlab.co.nz) offering some new programs for students interested in taking their music and drumming to the next level.
Drumlab - Private instruction for the musical drummer.
Drum Lessons
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Percussion Lessons
| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons
I believe every one deserves an opportunity to explore a relationship with music in an encouraging and nurturing environment, free of judgement or expectations. 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,
Music And Movement For Under Fives,
Online Lessons
Learn from the very best!
Internationally celebrated and admired recording and performing artist. Working with all levels of achievement, from the very beginning to the most advanced. The only requirement is your enthusiasm and commitment!
Guitar Lessons
| Artist development,
Ensemble Coaching,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
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
| Ensemble Coaching,
Song Writing Workshops,
Theory Lessons,
Composition Lessons,
Jazz Improvisation Lessons
Russian-trained mezzo-soprano and vocal coach helping students find freedom and confidence in their voice through mindful, body-based singing.
Singing Lessons
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Choirs,
| Artist development,
Aural Lessons,
Ensemble Coaching,
Drama Lessons,
NCEA Music Tutoring,
Online Lessons,
Posture for Singers and Instrumentalists
