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"Let's start at the very beginning — a very good place to start."

— The Sound of Music

"Discerning subtleties in pitch and timing can also help children or adults in learning a new language."

— Scientific American
Every Lesson Covers

What You'll Learn

Each lesson is thoughtfully structured to build technique, musicianship, and confidence — whether you're four years old or sixty-four.

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    Correct posture and hand position — the very foundation of playing any musical instrument well.
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    Reading music — learning every aspect of the written language of music.
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    Listening skills — timing, rhythm, and learning to pick up a tune, which helps with playing by ear.
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    Correct pitch — training the ear to hear and reproduce accurate notes.
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    Sight-reading — the ability to read and play any piece of music confidently at first glance.
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    Music theory — not just how to play, but how music works, leading to composition.
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    Individual preferences — encouragement to explore the styles and genres you love.
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    Exam preparation — optional pathways for sitting formal music examinations.
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    Enjoying practice — practical tips to make home practice a pleasure, not a chore.
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    Performance opportunities — concerts and competitions to celebrate your progress.
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Instruments

What You Can Learn

  • Piano
  • Keyboard
  • Electronic Organ
  • Music Theory
Examinations

Exam Syllabuses Available

Exam preparation is optional — lessons are available purely for pleasure too. For those who choose to sit exams, Sue prepares students for all major syllabuses.

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Trinity College London

TCL

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Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music

ABRSM

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NZ Modern School of Music

NZMSM

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Individual Choice

Your Path

Practical Details

Lesson Times & Format

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Lesson Times

Weekdays 2:00pm – 7:00pm and Sundays. Enrolments accepted throughout the year.

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Online Lessons Available

Can't make it in person? Lessons are available online via Zoom or FaceTime.

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Parents Welcome

Parents are welcome to stay during their child's lesson and may video instructions to help with practice at home.

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Location

6A Oliver Road, Eastern Beach, Auckland 2012. Close to Howick, Highland Park, Pakuranga, and Botany.

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My speciality is young beginners — children who are just discovering the magic of music. But students of all ages and levels are warmly welcome.

— Sue

Ready to Start?

Get in touch to discuss the right lesson programme for you or your child.