​2019 Enrolments have officially closed. However, we are open to accepting late enrolments for the instruments below:
- Viola
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- Bass Guitar
- Cello

Please enquire us to express interest!

Mid-Bays Music School offers 15 different instruments which are taught by our talented team of tutors.

Cello

The cello is a deep and rich sounding string instrument. A cellist can play both tuneful melodies and be supporting accompaniments in chamber/string groups and orchestras. 

​Tutor: Ali Al-Azzawi
Available: Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+

Piano

​The piano is the world's most popular instrument mainly because of its range and unique ability to play any song with great depth and richness.

​Tutors:
Blake Scanlen, Larissa Kuznetsova, Rhiana Merota & Andrew McPherson

Available: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays

Age Requirements: 6+
Other requirements: Keyboard/Piano at home with at least 64 keys.

Ukelele

The Ukulele is a great instrument to learn for kids picking up music for the first time. It's easy to learn (especially with our brilliant tutors) and has a great way of getting others to sing along to almost any song.

​Tutors:
Sam Nicholson & Joanne Lin

Available: Saturdays

Age Requirements: 6+

Trumpet

​Tutor: Jack Thirtle
Available: Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+

The trumpet is the highest part in the brass family. Trumpets are great for classical and jazz ensembles and produce a bright, warm, and voice-like tone. 

Trombone

Tutor: Jack Thirtle
Available: Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+

The trombone is a brass instrument with a darker and voice-like tone. Playing the trombone is great for developing a 'musical ear'. 

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Flute

Tutor: Eda Tang
Available: Mondays and Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+

​The flute is among the highest instruments of the woodwind family and plays beautiful flowing melodies. 

Saxophone

Tutor: Ben Gailer
Available: Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+

The saxophone is a best known for its features in jazz music, but can be played across many genres. The alto saxophone is the most common among different types of saxophones and produces a smooth sound. 

Drums

Tutors: Mike Burrows & Derek Anderson
Available: Thursdays and Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+
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Drums are the most quintessential percussion instrument. A drummer not only provides a beat but also the excitement and energy into a group. 

Violin

Tutors: Clara Salzmann
Available: Saturdays
Age Requirements: 8+
Other Requirements: Preferably wooden violin
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The violin is a the highest pitched instrument in the string family and often plays the melodies in orchestras and string groups. 

Viola

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Tutor: Clara Salzmann
Available: Saturdays
Age Requirements: 8+

The viola has a slightly lower pitch and a larger size than the violin. It has a warm, reedy and distinctive sound which adds colour to the harmonies in group ensembles.

Recorder

Tutor: Catherine Oh
Available: Saturdays
Age Requirements: 6+

The recorder is great for students learning an instrument for the first time. It is easy and fun to play, and is a useful introduction to playing wind and brass instruments. 

Clarinet

Tutors: Joanne Lin & Sam Nicholson 
Available: Fridays, Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+

The clarinet is a woodwind instrument with a mellow, warm and gentle sound. 

Oboe

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Tutor: Catherine Oh
Available: Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+

The oboe is a double-reeded woodwind instrument with a clear, bright and reedy sound. Although challenging to play, it is extremely rewarding. Oboe players are highly demanded in music groups, bands and orchestras.

Acoustic Guitar

Tutor: Victor Wei & Jensen Blythe
Available: Wednesdays and Saturdays
Age Requirements: 9+

The guitar is one of the most popular and versatile instruments. It's a crowd-pleaser whether played solo or as an accompaniment to singing. 

Bass Guitar

Tutors: Jensen Blythe
Available: Mondays
Age Requirements: 9+

The bass guitar is often the foundation of an ensemble and provides a deep and rich accompaniment. Bass players have both a rhythmic and harmonic role in a band which very rewarding to play. 

Hire an instrument
All students must bring their own instrument (except for keyboards and drums). Check out the links below to find the instrument you need:

KBB Rental - www.kbbmusic.co.nz/rentals/
ABI Rental - www.abi.co.nz/hire
MusicWorks - www.musicworks.co.nz/instruments-to-hire/