FORWARD BOUND
Kia ora koutou,
As we enter Term 4 and summer draws near, I hope we are in for more sunshine than rain!
I have some important news to share: after a rewarding four years leading our talented team, I will be departing from Lewis Eady Music School at the end of this year. I’m confident that the school is in excellent hands moving forward. Please read on to meet our new Music School Manager.
While the benefits of music education may not always be immediately apparent, it plays a crucial role in developing cognitive, emotional, and social skills in school-aged children. Thank you for your ongoing support of Lewis Eady Music School and the broader importance of music education.
“At a time when innovative thinking, creative problem solving, and flexibility are highly valued and needed to succeed in today’s economy, the arts provide the most powerful methods for developing these abilities.”
To enrol for music lessons, click here to complete our online enrolment form and we will be in touch with you as soon as there is a space available. All enrolments are processed in the order received.
If your enrolment form has been successfully submitted, you should receive an auto-response email. If this is not the case, please email us at musicschool@lewiseady.co.nz.
If you have any questions about your enrolment, please email musicschool@lewiseady.co.nz. Our office is open weekdays 8am - 3pm and our email inbox is occasionally monitored during weekends.
See you at your lesson!
Gemma Lee
Lewis Eady Music School Manager
INTRODUCING YOUR NEW MUSIC SCHOOL MANAGER
I am pleased to announce that Alissa Hunt, our exceptional administrator, will be stepping into the role of Lewis Eady Music School Manager in 2025. It has been a privilege to be part of your whānau’s musical journey, and I am confident that the music school will continue to thrive under Alissa’s compassionate and capable leadership. Ngā mihi nui.
Image: Alissa Hunt, Incoming Manager for Lewis Eady Music School
Originally from Los Angeles, California, Alissa holds a degree in Healthcare Management and brings extensive administrative experience. As the first in her family to move abroad, she has embraced the challenge and excitement of starting a new life in Aotearoa New Zealand. With a proven track record in administration and customer service, along with a results-driven approach, Alissa will step into the role of Lewis Eady Music School Manager in 2025.
She is eager to foster a love of music and support students on their musical journeys. In her free time, Alissa enjoys exploring New Zealand’s scenic landscapes, staying active, and experimenting with new culinary creations.
To contact Alissa, please email musicschool@lewiseady.co.nz.
GREAT SOUTH ROAD STUDIO STUDENT CONCERT
Image: CLEF
Students receiving lessons at our Great South Road Studios are invited to perform at our Term 4 Student Concert on Sunday 24 November (2 sessions: 10:30am and 12:00pm).
Please discuss this with your tutor at your next lesson and start preparing for the performance. I look forward to seeing many of you there!
Any questions, please email musicschool@lewiseady.co.nz.
LEWIS EADY NATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION
Since 2013, the biennial Lewis Eady National Piano Competition (LENPC) has inspired, surprised, and delighted music enthusiasts, and has successfully launched the careers of many Kiwi artists.
LENPC brings together up to 15 of New Zealand's finest young pianists for an intensive and inspiring three days of music-making. Each competitor performs two 30-minute recital programmes of their choice on 14 December at The University of Auckland School of Music. Three competitors are then selected to compete in the Grand Final on 16 December at the Westlake Girls High School Event Centre.
Come and be inspired!
NEW TUTORS
Lewis Eady Music School tutors are motivated, committed, musically qualified and love sharing their knowledge - they are musicians teaching music!
Mirabella Uphof - piano/keyboard
2024 TERM DATES
Term 1: Wednesday 7 February – Saturday 13 April
(NO Lessons on Easter Weekend: Friday 29 March - Tuesday 2 April for partner schools / Friday 29 March - Monday 1 April for GSR students)
(ANZAC Day takes place during the term break: Thursday 25 April)
Term 2: Monday 29 April – Saturday 6 July
(NO Lessons on King’s Birthday Weekend: Saturday 1 June – Monday 3 June)
(NO Lessons on Matariki: Friday 28 June)
Term 3: Monday 22 July – Saturday 28 September
Term 4: Monday 14 October – Saturday 7 December for most Partner Schools / Saturday 14 December for GSR Studios
(NO Lessons on Labour Day Weekend: Saturday 26 October – Monday 28 October)
2024 PARTNER SCHOOLS
Bayfield School, Beachlands School, Epsom Normal Primary School, Freemans Bay School, Glendowie School, Hillsborough Primary School, Kohia Terrace School, Maungawhau School, Marist Catholic School Herne Bay, Newton Central School, Ōrākei School, Our Lady Star of the Sea School, Pasadena Intermediate School, Ponsonby Primary School, Point Chevalier School, Remuera Primary School, Remuera Intermediate School, Royal Oak Primary School, Royal Oak Intermediate School, Saint Kentigern Preschool, St Joseph’s Catholic School Grey Lynn, St Michael's Catholic School, Stonefields School, Takapuna Primary School, Westmere School.
If you would like us to teach music at your school, please contact the Music School Manager at gemma@lewiseady.co.nz.
WHETHER YOU’RE FIVE OR SEVENTY-FIVE, WE BELIEVE EVERYONE IS MUSICAL!