Baradene College .::. Education Outside the Classroom

It helps now and then to step back and take the long view. The kingdom is not only beyond our efforts, it is beyond our vision. This is what we are about. We plant seeds that one day will grow. We water seeds already planted, knowing that they hold future promise. We lay foundations that will need further development. We provide yeast that produces effects far beyond our capabilities.

Archbishop Oscar Romero

The Performing Arts Faculty offers several opportunities for students to express themselves and to improve their skills in the Performing Arts.

Besides regular classes, we also offer activities outside of the classroom in Dance, Drama, and Music.

Dance

*** Dance Zone Baradene ***

· NZAMD Jazz Examinations and Medal Tests – Students work on their technique and dance skill whilst working through the syllabus. Each student sits their examination at the end of the year or they can opt to sit a medal test instead. Class numbers are small and ability based, ranging from absolute beginners to more advanced students.

· Performance Groups – There are two performance groups Year 7/8 and Year 9/10. These groups are for more able dancers who are able to commit to a range of competitions and events throughout the year. Performance class spaces are limited and dancers need to audition for a position.

· Development Squads – There are two development squads Year 7/8 and Year 9/10. These squads are for students who auditioned for the performance groups but still need to develop their technique, flexibility or performance experience. Students in these squads need to be available for a range of competitions throughout the year.

· Private Dance Tuition – This is for students wanting to work on Solo, Duo or Trio competition work or boost their technique through one-on-one or small group tuition.

Teacher: Keporah Ashby. Keporah is a Baradene Alumnae. She is trained in Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet and Tap.

Costs: $10 per lesson (10% discount for multiple lessons per week or more than one daughter participating) Performance Groups and Development Squads – costume costs. All students will need black jazz shoes and high gloss dance stockings at some stage in the year.

Time/Venue

7.30 – 8.30am (Jubilee 2)

3.20 – 4.20pm (Barat or Gym)

Day and time depends on the class your daughter is enrolled in.

Commitment Required

All classes require a year long commitment, particularly the Performance Groups.

Contact : keporah.torrance@live.com

Stage Challenge

Baradene College enters Stage Challenge every second year. 2012 is one of these years.

Auditions are held for participants. Stage Challenge is run by senior students under the guidance of Head of Performing Arts, Verity Davidson.

There is a cost for participation and costume. This varies from year to year and is around $80.

Auditions are held in Term 1. Rehearsals are during the week and on Sundays, with the frequency increasing closer to performance time. Stage Challenge is usually held in the last weeks of June at Aotea Theatre in the city.

Parent support and help is welcomed.

Contact: Verity Davidson vdavidson@baradene.school.nz 5246019 x673

Drama

Speech and Drama

SPEECH AND DRAMA CLASSES will be offered after school on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons - starting at 3.35pm. Numbers are limited.

The classes are designed to be fun and positive experiences whilst covering a range of speaking and dramatic skills - including public speaking, debating, poetry and prose speaking, prepared and sight reading, bible reading, vocal expressiveness, mime, improvisation and scripted drama. Classes run from March to November.

Students gain in confidence in expressing and presenting themselves well, develop vocal expressiveness and clarity of voice, integrity and respect, memory training, teamwork, co-operation, perseverance, diligence, tolerance and judgement.

Students can work in groups, as pairs or as individuals. Costs start at $220 a term.

For further details see www.svds.ac.nz (contact details, enrolment, references, teacher bio and course costs)

Teacher: Glenda Pearce (M.Ed, LTCL, BA, ATCL, Dip.TESOL, Dip.Tchg, SCA Accredited Adjudicator and registered teacher)

Contact: gorgeous_glenda@hotmail.com or www.svds.ac.nz

One Act Play Festival

Every year auditions are held in the first term for the One Act Play Festival. This is a festival of performances of short plays that happens in week 3 of Term 2. The Year 13 Drama students direct and produce the plays, under the guidance of Head of Drama, Verity Davidson. Auditions are open to all students. Rehearsals are during lunchtimes and after school. There is a requirement to attend at least one weekend rehearsal and some evening rehearsals closer to performance. The performances are in the evening in Jubilee 1 and open to the public.

Contact: Verity Davidson vdavidson@baradene.school.nz 5246019 x673

School Production

Baradene College launches a whole school production every second year. Auditions are open to all members of the school. The production may be a musical or a drama and generally has a large cast and crew.

There is no school production in 2012.

Contact: Verity Davidson vdavidson@baradene.school.nz 5246019 x673

Theatre Sports Club

Experience the joy and freedom of improvising; play oodles of drama games, take part in friendly ‘in-club’ competitions, laugh ‘til it hurts! Get involved in a club that has THE-MOST-FUN and sharpen your performance skills at the same time.

‘Theatresports is an improvised theatre entertainment, played as a spectator sport. Teams of players invent scenes from suggestions from the audience. They play out their scenes in different structures called games. The games are judged and scored by a panel of judges. Teams challenge each other to spontaneously tell a better story by using more skill, wit and unique invention and generally attempt to be more entertaining than the other.’

Theatresports at Baradene is definitely an opportunity not to be missed!

Open to any year group.

Costs: no cost

Times & Venue: One lunchtime per week TBC in Jubilee

Commitment: Regular attendance. Competition/ tournaments will be held at the end of each term. This may require extra rehearsals and attendance will be crucial.

Teachers: Jane Donald – BPA Acting, Te Kura Toi Whakaari O Aotearoa (NZ Drama School), Grad Dip Teaching (VIC). Nine years professional experience in Theatre and Screen.

Kimberley Joseph - Bachelor of Education (Primary), seven years screen experience, ten years experience in Theatresports.

Contact: Jane Donald: jdonald@baradene.school.nz

Kimberley Joseph: kjoseph@baradene.school.nz

Watch the notices closely for the call for our first meeting in the first couple of weeks of school

University of Otago Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival

The Drama and English Departments work with interested students to prepare scenes from Shakespeare for performance and to enter the University of Otago Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival Competition in April.

Regular rehearsals are held in the first term. The Central Auckland heats for the competition are held at Western Springs College in April or early May.

Commitment: regular attendance at rehearsals. Parents are expected to support students and ensure transport to the competition venue.

Cost: contribution to cost of costume and props (no more than $30)

Contact: Verity Davidson vdavidson@baradene.school.nz 5246019 x673

Music

The Baradene Music Academy

The Baradene Music Academy is an after school music Programme held on Thursdays in the Music Department from 3.30 – 5pm.

It aims to create a positive, supportive group musical learning experience after school for Years 7-10 students, providing a sound beginning foundation in performance and theory. It includes half hour tuition in the chosen instrument, half an hour in musical theory and half an hour ensemble/band practice.

The Academy offers group tuition by experienced teachers in strings, flute, piano/keyboard, wind /brass (depending on demand). The Students prepare for an Academy concert at the end of Term 2 and Term 4.

Term 1 2012 is 7 weeks and begins on Feb 16 with the last session on March 29^th (the week before Easter).

Cost: $20 per week

The Academy is directed by Louise Porter. As the musical director and conductor of the Baradene Senior Orchestra for the last 15 years, Louise has a great passion for encouraging young people to achieve their very best in music. She has observed over the years the very positive benefits of learning a musical instrument and playing in an orchestra. As a teacher of history and music and a mother of 3 Baradene Alumnae her involvement with the College led to conducting choirs and orchestras. Louise has also been involved in Church music as a cantor at St Michael's, Remuera.

Contact: louise@porter.co.nz or 523 1871

Duchesne Orchestra (Junior Orchestra)

The Duchesne Orchestra is for players from Yr 7 – 10. We perform at regular school concerts each term and also at award assemblies and end-of-year prize giving. Sometimes we join other school groups for festivals or play out in the community e.g. at Retirement Villages where the girls’ efforts are always appreciated.

For those girls who play an orchestral instrument, joining an orchestra is a great motivator – they will improve skills such as sight-reading and playing in tune more quickly and it is fun to play in a large group. It’s also a training group for the senior orchestra and as such we cover performance technique, ensemble playing, following a conductor, playing harmonies rather than just the tune, building a repertoire of pieces both for our own enjoyment as well as performance.

Conductor: Joanne Johnston: I’m a fully registered school teacher with a BMus (Hons), ABRSM Performance Certificate and an IRMT diploma. I have played in Auckland orchestras, backing ensembles and quartets for many years and I currently play for Auckland- based quartet String Silhouette, as well as in the Manukau Symphony orchestra. My teaching experience ranges from classroom, to small group/ ensemble coaching to individual cello lessons – both at schools (I teach at 6 Auckland Schools) and privately in my studio. My students consistently achieve success in the Royal Schools exams at all levels. I enjoy directing larger ensembles and orchestras and currently am Music Director/Conductor of a popular Community Orchestra based in Parnell (Philharmonic Society Orchestra).

Contact info: JoanneJ@orcon.net.nz 021 108 4040

Cost: $25 for the year. This covers a badge and musical folder.

Rehearsals: Tuesday mornings before school – 7.30 – 8.30.

Commitment: Yearlong commitment with regular attendance at rehearsals and performances. Practice at home.

Baradene College Senior Orchestra

The Baradene College Senior Orchestra is made up of 35-40 players largely drawn from Years 9 – 13 students of Grade 4 standard and above.

It is an enthusiastic and vital, vertical community within Baradene where the girls are playing a wide variety of music from Baroque to contemporary which inspires and they enjoy.

We perform at School Masses, Assemblies, Concerts and Prizegivings. The Baradene College Orchestra always participates successfully in the Annual KBB Orchestra Festival. For the KBB Festival Orchestra and the annual Fundraising Concert we collaborate with the musicians from Sacred Heart College and preparation for these special performances involve extra rehearsals.

Each year we play at the Remuera Library to celebrate NZ Music Month and at other venues such as the Central Library and Ranfurly Care.

The Baradene College Orchestra benefits greatly as a foundation member of the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra Schools Programme: APOPS which enables our students to attend the APO Music Discovery Concert each year. There are also regular times throughout the year where girls can be taught and work with professional musicians from the city’s finest Orchestra.

We are keen to encourage and build up all sections of the orchestra especially the strings: Violin, viola, cello and Bass

Cost: There is one Orchestra fee covering both orchestras per family of $25 per annum

Rehearsals: The Orchestra meets each Thursday morning 7.30 - 8.40 and Thursday lunchtime in the Baradene Auditorium.

Commitment: The students are expected to make a regular commitment to rehearsals, performances and concerts

Conductor and Musical Director: Louise Porter As a young violinist Louise loved the opportunity of playing with others in Chamber Music and Orchestra and is keen to nurture this at Baradene. Louise's direction of the orchestra has seen it gain success in the annual Auckland KBB Orchestra Festival achieving Silver and Bronze awards in the chamber and full orchestra categories. Between 2002 and 2008 Louise successfully organised and led four College Music Trips to Sydney, Melbourne, China and Italy and France with performances highlights in the Great Hall in Beijing, St Peters Basilica in the Vatican and at St Thibault’s –the birthplace of St Madeleine Sophie.

Viva la musica !

Contact: louise@porter.co.nz 5231871 021748834

The Baradene Chamber Orchestra

This year we are very fortunate to welcome Dr John Thomson as conductor of the Baradene Chamber Orchestra assisted by Mrs Louise Porter.

The Chamber Orchestra is a special opportunity for string players to develop their string playing and perform together and with soloists in a more intimate setting.

The College encourages more advanced students wishing to enter the Schools Chamber Music Contest in June.

The Chamber Orchestra rehearses every Tuesday morning in the Music Department from 7.30 -8.40 am

Both Orchestras provide wonderful instrumental opportunities in a supportive, positive environment and enrich the life at Baradene with school performances and connect with the wider community through playing at festivals, competitions and within the community e.g. Remuera and Central Libraries. They have achieved Bronze and Silver Awards at the Annual KBB Orchestra Festival in August. Viva la musica!

Dr John Thomson: recently returned to New Zealand after serving as Professor of Violin in the USA at several universities. He gained his doctorate in violin performance, has toured as a violin soloist, and has been featured on several CD recordings. He is happy to return to his hometown and to work with the next generation of New Zealand's young musicians.

Contact: Dr John Thomson: kiwifiddler@gmail.com or 027 774 2436

Mrs Louise Porter: louise@porter.co.nz or 523 1871

Baradene College CHOIR 2012

The choir this year will give students the opportunity to develop their skills of musicianship, as we cover a wide repertoire of music to be used in various performance opportunities - masses, school assemblies, concerts and the Big Sing competition.
We will start in February with an open choir, allowing any student to come along and give it a try, before auditions in late February using one of the songs we have all learnt as an audition piece.

Opportunities will be given for students to develop their own skills in harmonising with others, learning to use their voices well, and also for solo performances and conducting for students who are keen to give this a go.

A day camp is envisaged in term 1 to allow us to get to grips with a wide range of music in a short amount of time. We will also work with the orchestra on some pieces, and have visiting choral experts to help us to develop our skills still further.

Come along and use the most easily transported musical instrument of all - your voice!

Conductor - Mrs Belinda Sydenham: I have been singing ever since I remember, and still have the programme from the APPA concert in the Auckland Town Hall from when I was 10 years old. Over the years I have been a member of many choirs - University of Auckland Singers, the National Youth Choir of New Zealand, the Auckland Choral society. More recently I have been singing with Musica Sacra, a choir which performs sacred music in both evensongs at St Matthews in the City, and in concerts through the year, as well as recording CDs. I am also a member of a newly formed choir, the Stellar Singers, and we perform more modern music of many different styles.

I look forward to sharing my love of singing in a group with this year’s choir and hope that we can build a strong role in the school as part of special occasions, school concerts and as enthusiastic participants in the Big Sing competition.

Contact: bsydenham@baradene.school.nz

Rehearsals will be on Wednesday afternoons after school, from 3:30 until approximately 5 pm.

Cost: $25 per year

Commitment: regular attendance

Junior Choir

This is an auditioned choir for Year 7 and 8 students. Students begin regular weekly rehearsals in Term 1. They prepare repertoire for the annual APPA Music Festival in November and take part in school concerts, assemblies and Masses.

In 2012 there will be a new musical involvement for singers from both Sacred Heart College and Baradene which will provide opportunities to train with highly experienced conductors and perform to wider audiences.

Conductor: Alison Wood: I am a full time teacher at Baradene and have been musical director of the 7/8 Choir for the past three years. I am a choral singer and have been a member of the Auckland Choral Society for several years. I am also interested in folk music and sing unaccompanied at a small number of venues.

Contact: awood@baradene.school.nz

Flute Choir and Chamber Ensemble

Chamber music: a small ensemble of 3-4 students with mixed instruments. Free of charge. All members need to be at the minimum of grade 4/5 level or above. Sessions are at Interval on Thursday mornings. Optional to enter the Auckland Chamber Music Competition.

Flute choir : a small ensemble up to 8 students with flutes only. Free of charge. All members need to be at grade 3 level or above. Sessions are at lunch time once a week on Thursdays. It is a fun way to make music together if you are already playing for a few years.

Conductor: Agnes Harmath: Agnes is a Hungarian born flute performer/teacher and has been teaching at Baradene College for 12 years. She first graduated with Master of Music with First Class Honours at the University of Auckland, then in 2010 completed a Doctor of Musical Arts degree, under the supervision of Associate Professor Uwe Grodd and thesis supervisor Dr. Allan Badley. Her doctoral thesis presents a critical edition of the Concerto in C major (GUN 18) by Mozart's close friend and colleague from Mannheim, Johann Baptist Wendling (1723-1797) together with a recording of the modern world premiere of the work.

Agnes' performance highlights include winning the Auckland Flute Society Competition 20^th Century Class and the Senior Scholarship and being concerto soloist with the Auckland Youth Orchestra; St. Matthew’s Chamber Orchestra, Tauranga Orchestra, Auckland University Orchestra and in 2011 with Opus Orchestra, in Hamilton, Tauranga and Rotorua. She has been finalist and semifinalist at International Flute Competitions in Italy and Australia and during her studies she was also a recipient of the Ministry of Education’s Top Achiever Doctoral Scholarship for 3 years. In 2007, her flute quartet “Cordelia” won the Sydney International Ensemble Competition.

She currently works as an Artist-Teacher at the University of Auckland, teaches extensively as an itinerant and private teacher in four schools and freelances as a player with New Zealand orchestras. She is principal flute of the Opus Orchestra, Associate Principal for Manukau Symphony Orchestra, plays as casual member of the Auckland Philharmonia and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. She also performs as member of the flute/guitar duo ‘Muzsika’. Agnes lives in Pakuranga with her husband and their six year old son.

Agnes offers Flute lessons as a private teacher at Baradene. Refer private music teachers.
Contact: 576-3195 or 021-2388307. a_harmath@yahoo.co.nz

Music Specialist Teachers

There are two categories of Music Specialist teachers at our school.

The Itinerant Music programme is supported financially by the Ministry of Education. Places on this programme are limited as the Ministry allocates a set number of hours it funds for each school. If you would like to take advantage of the itinerant music programme, you must be aware of the commitment to attend regularly. There is often a waiting list for these places and students will lose their place on the programme if they are not committed. Students are also expected to join a school ensemble group as soon as they are proficient in their instrument. There is a small charge of $100 a year to cover photocopying and administration. Please contact Mr McNeill, Head of Music, (dmcneill@baradene.school.nz) immediately if you are interested.

All applications are due in by the end of Week 2 in Term 1. If there is not an available place, you may be placed on a waiting list.

Private Music lessons: there are a number of private Music teachers who teach at Baradene. Please contact the private teachers directly if you would like to arrange lessons. Details are below.

Itinerant Music Lessons

Bassoon

Ruth Brinkman: I play bassoon and contra bassoon with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra as a full time musician. I have extensive teaching experience at all levels from beginners to University levels.

30 minute lessons in the Music Department. Students must have/hire own instrument.

Brass

James Morton B.Mus (Hons) Dip Tchg: A Graduate of London University, James trained as a teacher at the Auckland Secondary Teachers College. He has played the Horn professionally for more than 35 years including 25 years with the Symphonia of Auckland, the Auckland Regional Orchestra and the Auckland Philharmonia. He has taught at Baradene since 1996 and teaches all brass instruments (i.e. Trumpet, Cornet, Horn, Trombone and Tuba.)

Time and Venue: Wednesday mornings in Room J12.

Requirements: students will need to obtain (hire or buy) their own instruments as the School only owns a French Horn. Instruments are readily available for hire from KBB Music, Atwaters and the Auckland Band Instrument Company.

Mr Morton has taken the School Concert Band in the past as well as a Brass Ensemble which may resume according to demand.

Contact: 6387112 (home), 021 02304890 (mob), or james.morton@vodafone.co.nz

Cello

Joanne Johnston: I’m a fully registered school teacher with a BMus (Hons), ABRSM Performance Certificate and an IRMT diploma. I have played in Auckland orchestras, backing ensembles and quartets for many years and I currently play for Auckland- based quartet, String Silhouette, as well as in the Manukau Symphony orchestra. My teaching experience ranges from classroom, to small group/ ensemble coaching to individual cello lessons – both at schools (I teach at 6 Auckland Schools) and privately in my studio. My students consistently achieve success in the Royal Schools exams at all levels. I enjoy directing larger ensembles and orchestras and currently am Music Director/Conductor of a popular Community Orchestra based in Parnell (Philharmonic Society Orchestra).

Contact: JoanneJ@orcon.net.nz 021 108 4040

Joanne offers 30 minute lessons – both individual or small group, and ensemble coaching.

Time and Venue: Tuesday mornings from Pd 1. Usually in J13

Requirements and commitment: The student needs to be well co-ordinated and have a good ear for pitch to progress in lessons on a stringed instrument. Home support is required as the student MUST practise at least 5 times per week: 20mins for a beginner, more as the student progresses.

Students must own/hire a cello – either ¾ or full-sized to suit student’s height. The Stringed Instrument Company and KBB have well-run hire schemes.

The student will need to replace strings if they break – not a common occurrence if the instrument is correctly cared for.

Students are expected to join a school orchestra or ensemble as soon as they are able.

A beginner will require a tutor book at a cost of $20 - $25. If the student is already accomplished on cello or another instrument, another study book may be more suitable, approximately $35, and a repertoire book of a similar cost will be needed. Teacher provided copies of pieces or exercises may also be used.

Clarinet/Saxophone

Annette Webster: B.A., Registered Teacher. Trained secondary school teacher with over 30 years’ experience. Full time Itinerant teacher of Clarinet and Saxophone.

Annette offers small group tuition in Clarinet and Saxophone under the Itinerant Scheme. Examination preparation if required.

Contact: annettewebster@slingshot.co.nz or 528 8222 / 0210634737

Double Bass

Vigdis Relph: FTCL(Perf), LTCL(Teachers Dip), MMusicology (Hons), BMus (Hons).
An experienced teacher of theory, composition, musicianship, cello, double bass and piano. More than 30 years’ teaching experience. Trained and conducted a number of orchestras and chamber groups.

Vigdis offers small group tuition in Double Bass on Tuesday mornings before school. Examination preparation if required.

Contact: 021 2504867

Oboe

Alison Jepson: GRSM, ARCM, PGCE (UK), AIRMT. Graduate of the Royal College of Music, London,
UK. A freelance oboist who plays with NZSO, APO, ACO, Bach Musica, Piper’s Sinfonia, and the
Handel Consort. Extensive teaching experience in schools and privately for over 20 years. Co founder and secretary of the NZ Double Reed Society.

There are currently no places in Alison’s programme under the itinerant scheme. But she does have a private studio in Grey Lynn: Fees $60 per hour
Contact : alisonmjepson@gmail.com ph 3788853/0211394299

Violin / Viola

Dr. John Thomson recently returned to New Zealand after serving as Professor of Violin in the USA at several universities. He gained his doctorate in violin performance, has toured as a violin soloist, and has been featured on several CD recordings. He is happy to return to his hometown and to work with the next generation of New Zealand's young musicians.

Violin or viola tuition is available at Baradene - classes are offered on Mondays between 1pm-3pm in the Music Department at Baradene.
Students receive a half hour lesson each week. In order to make the best progress possible, beginning students should aim to practise daily for around a half hour.

Contact: kiwifiddler@gmail.com or 027 774 2436

Private Music Lessons

Please contact private teachers directly.

Drums

Michael Franklin-Browne: Michael began drumming at age 13. He has since amassed a wealth of knowledge, skill and experience as well as a reputation for professionalism and excellence, putting him in high demand as both a tutor and performer.

Michael has his own signature drumsticks and as part of his Sabian and DW sponsorships, has performed numerous drum clinics. He has also toured extensively in bands, performing at celebrated festivals both locally and abroad.

He is regularly employed as a session musician, recording at renowned Auckland studios like Roundhead and York Street and working with artists like Pluto, Head like a Hole, Gin Wigmore, Julia Deans, Shihad.

Michael has been tutoring at both his private studio and itinerant teaching posts for over a decade. He takes pride in his students’ progress and is well versed in academic requirements, proficient in the reading and writing of drum scores, improvisation, contemporary techniques and all styles of drumming.

Spaces are limited so contact him asap to secure your session.

Details: Lessons are on Friday mornings Cost: $30 / half hour.

Requirements: 20 minutes of practice per day.

Contact: 021 1156970 mikefb@orcon.net.nz

Flute

Agnes Harmath: Agnes is a Hungarian born flute performer/teacher and has been teaching at Baradene College for 12 years. She first graduated with Master of Music with First Class Honours at the University of Auckland, then in 2010 completed a Doctor of Musical Arts degree, under the supervision of Associate Professor Uwe Grodd and thesis supervisor Dr. Allan Badley. Her doctoral thesis presents a critical edition of the Concerto in C major (GUN 18) by Mozart's close friend and colleague from Mannheim, Johann Baptist Wendling (1723-1797) together with a recording of the modern world premiere of the work.

Details: It is set up as a private arrangement between student/parent and the teacher. The cost is: $30 per lesson paid on invoice a term in advance. The lessons are one-on-one for 30 minutes once a week (normally on Thursdays). The advantage is that we can set individual goals and learn at the student's own pace-, progress is quick, and lessons are during school hours.

We generally work on flute technique, tone, breathing and performance. We learn, scales, studies, exercises, a number of performance pieces. We also play duets together and optionally prepare for exams. Baradene offers an ABRSM (Royal) exam in the November round so students can sit it at the school. It requires regular dedicated practice between lessons but I also aim to have fun and teach students to enjoy playing as much as I like playing.

Contact : 576-3195 or 021-2388307. a_harmath@yahoo.co.nz

Guitar

Ben Wilson: I am an experienced performer and teacher, specializing in jazz and rock guitar. I have been playing music for 25 years and have performed, recorded and toured with local and international artists.

Details: I offer lessons for individuals at $30 per 30 min and lessons for pairs at $20 each student per 30 min.

Lessons are held on Wednesdays and Fridays during school hours at Baradene.

Beginners are welcome.

Contact: 0211764840 or wilsonb@orcon.net.nz

Piano

Mikhail Tablis: Has been teaching piano and performing in concerts for more than 30 years.

The Aucklander wrote on 13/09/2006: He’s just the sort of piano maestro you can imagine sending your kids to for lessons.

Mikhail teaches students of all levels: from beginner to University level. Mikhail obtained his first degree in piano at the age of 19. Continuing his education at the St. Petersburg Conservatoire, he obtained two degrees from the renowned music institution: one in Piano Performance as well as in Piano Teaching and the other one in Musicianship. He performed as a soloist and an accompanist both in the country and abroad.

For his pedagogical achievements, he was awarded the title of “Music Teacher of the Highest Category” in Russia. During his sixteen years in NZ, Mikhail has built up a career of a well known Piano and Theory teacher. He is a member of the Institute of Registered Music Teachers of New Zealand. In 2004, he was elected to the Committee of the Auckland Branch of the Institute and served on that Committee for 2 years.

In 1995-2003 Mikhail taught piano at the University of Auckland. In 2007 and in 2008 Auckland Philharmonia invited Mikhail to be part of the judging panel for the Telecom National Performer Competitions.

More than 50 of Mikhail’s pupils have won First Places and Cups in various NZ piano competitions, many have passed Royal Schools of Music and Trinity College (London) Grade and Diploma exams with Distinction and some achieved top marks in NZ.

Mikhail teaches at Baradene College during school hours.

Details of Fees on application

Contact: tablisfam@xtra.co.nz or 624 4515

Singing/Voice

Cathie Harrop LRSM/LTCL : Trained with Dame Sister Mary Leo in Auckland before attending the Royal Irish Academy in Dublin for advanced study in singing and harp.
Performed extensively in UK, Ireland, and Europe. Worked for BBC Radio and TV and made several commercial recordings. Returned to NZ to work with TVNZ and Radio NZ.in Wellington for some time before moving to Auckland to set up a studio for both teaching and performance.
Past pupils have been successfully prepared for performances throughout NZ in Competitions, Diploma Exams, Musicals, Recitals, Cabaret, and for N Z Opera Co.

LESSONS Individual and Group
A wide range of repertoire is taught to students at all levels. Lessons cover basic theory (if not learnt at other lessons) and sight reading. Pupils work towards, as required, The Royal Schools/ Trinity Guildhall exams and NCEA Performance Credits They are prepared also for performances and auditions for musicals/ choirs etc. both in and out of school
Regular concerts for students will be held during the year at Baradene for all levels.
Lessons are available Tuesdays and Wednesdays and are 30 or 45 minutes long ( seniors arranged lessons outside school class time)

A commitment must be made by students to practice regularly and take part in school activities such as choirs concerts etc. when possible
Fees: Solo/Group on application.
Contact: Phone 09 479 2361 cathieharrop@ihug.co.nz