Music Lessons
Private music lessons at Blockhouse Bay, Auckland. Take lessons in singing, guitar, piano or songwriting with an experienced tutor who loves to see students develop a passion for music.
Singing Lessons
Learn about warmups, vocal anatomy, pronunciation, singing harmonies, and songwriting in a vocal lesson with Sophie. Sophie's students have achieved distinction grades in their vocal examinations. Suited for intermediate to advanced singers.
Piano Lessons
Learn how to play contemporary style piano with accompaniment, chords, scales, and ear training. Learn to play the songs you love! Suited for beginner and intermediate.
Music Therapy Pathway Lessons
Bridging the gap between music therapy and music lessons. Ideal for neurodivergent students, or for those who have undertaken music therapy and wish to move on towards formal music lessons. A more tailored and relaxed approach to classes, with an emphasis on learning music for self-development in areas such as emotional regulation, speech, or fine motor skills.
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Guitar Lessons
Learn chords, fingerpicking, strumming patterns and scales on the acoustic guitar. Learn to play and sing along with Sophie! Suited for beginner and intermediate.
Songwriting Lessons
Sophie is passionate about teaching songwriting because it is an amazing form of self-expression for anyone to learn. Several of Sophie's students have won awards and competitions for their songwriting.
Testimonials
Why Learn Music with Sophie?
Neurodiverse-Friendly
Sophie has over 5 years experience teaching neurodiverse students. A Bachelors degree in psychology and music have increased her understanding of developmental disorders and teaching techniques which accomodate for them. Sophie's expertise is enhanced by her own diagnosis of ADHD. This personal connection allows her to relate to her students with genuine empathy. You can expect a warm and inclusive environment where neurodiverse students can thrive.
Compassionate
It is important to have a teacher who is kind and compassionate to guide you through your musical journey. Sophie understands that starting music lessons can be daunting for many students. Sophie is dedicated to supporting you with patience and care always.
Industry Professional
Sophie's musical work has been backed by NZ on Air funding and spans video-game soundtracks and airplay on prominent NZ radio stations "The Edge" and "The Hits." This real-world success enriches her teaching, inspiring students with practical and dynamic musical insights.
Pricing
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Music Lessons
​regular music lessons
30 minute private lesson: $55
45 minute private lesson: $70
60 minute private lesson: $90
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Music Therapy Pathway Lessons
regular music lessons ideal for neuro-diverse students. Includes regular student progress reports.
30 minute private lesson: $70
45 minute private lesson: $90
60 minute private lesson: $110
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Casual Vocal Lessons
two one-off lessons to brush up on your singing technique. Includes a tailored practise plan. (Great gift idea!)
2 x one hour private lessons - $300
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Book a 30 minute trial lesson ($50)
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