Drums with Michael Barker
About Michael BarkerMusician, Composer, Recording Producer/Engineer and EducatorMichael began playing drums around age 10. As a teen he played with various cover bands in Rotorua until 1985 when he moved to Melbourne Australia and began orchestral percussion studies at Box Hill College of TAFE. Two years of drum and percussion tuition under Bruce Barber set Read more
Rātā Youth Orchestra for Children Aged 5-12
Introducing a brand new opportunity for young musicians to play in an orchestra on Saturdays.An orchestra to introduce young musicians (under 13 years) to the fun and skills of playing together without having to audition!The Rātā Youth Orchestra will be run by top Wellington professional musicians Brenton Veitch and Bruce Roberts and supported by members Read more
Violin with Kerry Wood
About Kerry WoodKerry Wood, Music B Violin Performance, LTCL PianoKerry has over 15 years of teaching experience. She teaches students of all ages piano and violin. She enjoys helping them achieve personal goals with their instruments and with preparation for exams.Kerry completed her Bachelor of Music in Christchurch after which she moved to Wellington to Read more
Trombone and Other Brass instruments with Patrick Di Somma
About Patrick Di SommaPatrick is a professional trombonist based in Wellington. He regularly performs across New Zealand with a variety of ensembles, including the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, the Christchurch and Dunedin Symphony Orchestras, and Orchestra Wellington. In addition to this, Patrick regularly performs with several jazz/contemporary groups, ranging from big bands (including the Rodger Read more
Music Decoded
Have you ever wanted to understand the inner workings of your favourite song or composition?Composer Simon Eastwood presents a holistic approach to music theory and analysis, uncovering the hidden patterns that make a musical composition tick and revealing how they influence our intuitive listening experiences. Each term focuses on a piece of music that demonstrates Read more
Saxophone and Clarinet with Jake
Timetable and EnrolmentTimingStart: 3rd MayFinish: 5th JulyLessons avail between 3.45- 5.45pm (actual times TBC)LocationScots College Creative and Performing Arts Centre Music RoomsTeacherJake Baxendale Target MarketAnyone aged 10 years and overPrice/Student(incl GST)$444 for half hour lessons for 10 weeks (or pro-rata if term started already)(longer lessons will be charged accordingly)RegistrationChildrenAdult (over 18) About Jake BaxendaleJake Baxendale is an Read more
Saxophone & Clarinet – Josh Simon
About Josh SimonJosh Simon is a Saxophonist and band leader based in Wellington.He started playing Saxophone when he was 12, and fell in love with Jazz after listening to Sonny Rollin’s album ‘Saxophone Colossus’. He practiced all throughout high school and University (in old bomb shelters, closets, you name it!), and eventually moved to Wellington Read more
Rātā Youth Choir
Term 2 2022 bookings open now. Book in the Timetable and Enrolment section below.Course OutlineIn Term 2 we are starting a new venture with Rosel Labone, the Rātā Youth Choir. This is open for young people from 7 to 12 years old and will be a fun introduction to singing in a choir. The session will Read more
Violin with Mana Waiariki
About Mana WaiarikiWith many years of orchestral, solo, and chamber music experience, Mana is an enthusiastic musician that values inclusivity and dedication.Mana is studying a Bachelor of Music Majoring in Classical Violin Performance at the Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand School of Music under the guidance of Helene Pohl. Mana first picked up the Read more
Jazz Combo
This jazz combo is a new programme designed to extend the player’s knowledge of jazz repertoire, improvisation, theory and ensemble skills. These smaller groups allow more space for individual contributions, and are suited to players who wish to challenge themselves.Jazz Combo TimetableTimingTerm 2 2022Start: 3rd MayFinish: 5th July (10 sessions in Term 1) Tuesdays 6.00-7.00pmLocationScots College Read more