Auckland
Piano Lessons | Choirs, Keyboard Lessons, Singing Lessons | Aural Lessons, Theory Lessons, Online Lessons
Bio
NOW TAKING ENROLMENTS FOR TERM 3, 2026
Ready to embark on your musical journey? Let’s make it happen together.
I’m Dr Irena Angelovska, a multilingual music educator and researcher with a PhD in Music Education and over 14 years of international teaching experience across Europe and New Zealand. I’ve taught more than 1,800 students, and of those who have sat ABRSM music examinations, 100% have achieved a Distinction. Every lesson I design is built around your interests, needs, and goals.
My teaching blends technical skill, creative expression, and solid musicianship, all tailored to each student. Whether you’re preparing for exams, working towards a performance, or simply playing for the joy of it, my approach is flexible and student-centred.
What you can expect in lessons:
- A warm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- A balance of structured progression and creative exploration
- Clear communication and a relationship built on trust
- Engaging activities that build real confidence and skill
- Optional opportunities for performance and goal-setting
Above all, I want learning music to feel enjoyable and meaningful. Whether you’re just beginning or continuing a lifelong love of music, I’ll help you grow in confidence, deepen your skills, and connect more fully with the music you make.
Let’s connect and turn your musical goals into real, lasting progress.
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Teaching Info
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with over 1,800 students of all ages and skill levels, from primary school children to adults. I’m passionate about nurturing a love of music in every student, and I take pride in preparing learners for examinations and competitions. Of my students who have sat ABRSM music examinations, 100% have achieved a Distinction, and many have earned first or special awards at festivals and competitions. A number of my former students have gone on to become professional musicians, university music students, and performers at respected European institutions.
To support steady progress, I work closely with each learner to set clear musical and artistic goals, tailored to their age, level, and personal interests. My teaching is grounded in culturally responsive pedagogy, helping students connect with music on intellectual, emotional, and social levels. By acknowledging and valuing each student’s unique background, I aim to nurture their creativity and artistic imagination.
My piano lessons focus on developing sound technique, healthy posture, hand dexterity, and expressive playing. I encourage students to discover their own musical voice, and where it fits, we explore creative elements such as improvisation and playing music with others.
My music theory lessons build a strong understanding of notation, tonal structures (intervals, chords, and inversions), scales and modes, harmonic progressions, musical form, and composition. I also draw on music history and context, helping students appreciate how these ideas have developed over time.
My singing lessons focus on healthy, sustainable vocal technique, breath support, posture, tone, and clear diction, developed at a pace that suits each voice. I aim to guide students as they build range, control, and confidence while singing the music they love. My lessons combine solid musicianship and accurate pitching with expression, style, and performance skills, so students learn not just how to sing, but how to bring a song to life and make it their own. The repertoire is built around each student’s taste and goals, whether they are working towards a performance or audition, singing in a group, or simply singing for the joy of it.
We just wanted to feed back that our piano teacher, Irena, has been the most amazing teacher! Her enthusiasm and friendly nature has been fantastic and she has really made our children want to practice and love music. She has always gone above and beyond for us (she got the children to write about why they liked music etc) and we really appreciate all that she has done. She always has a smile and takes an interest in the children. She is awesome!
Emma and Alex (parents)
Irena is a great musician and teacher. You will learn a lot from her. She shared her knowledge unconditionally and helped me sit my uni exams. I can't wait until the next lesson with her, not only because she is a great teacher, but also because she is a great friend. She still motivates, supports and inspires me. I highly recommend her to everyone!
Tina
As a beginner with no experience in reading with her sense of humour and ability to transfer her knowledge. She helped me master various playing techniques. I am still fascinated by her knowledge and understanding of various genres and periods of music. She assisted me so I didn't feel like an average listener and brought me closer to Macedonian folk music by practising compound time signatures. The lessons were enjoyable because Irena always provided musicality, brightness, and strong support. I can say that she had a special role in building my character.
Boris
I had the pleasure of studying with Prof. Irena Angelovska for three years. I learned and developed a lot during that time. She taught me music theory, harmony, and analysis in a way no one could have before. Irena was clear and precise and concentrated on practical instruction. Thanks to her, I passed my high school exams without stressing and achieved excellent university results. Aside from her excellent teaching style, she is also very good at bonding with her students personally. She recognises the students' character and needs and works with each one to meet their needs. She has always been punctual and, above all, helpful. Irena is an outstanding pianist and musician. It was an incredible pleasure to work with and learn from her.
Simona
Irena holds a PhD in Music and brings an incredible depth of knowledge to every lesson. What truly stands out is her passion — it’s infectious, and she makes learning music both exciting and meaningful for children. She is very engaging, patient, and knows how to connect with kids at their level while still encouraging them to grow. Lessons are always well-structured but also fun, which keeps my child motivated and looking forward to each session. If you’re looking for a teacher who is both highly qualified and genuinely cares about nurturing a love of music, she is an excellent choice.
