YOUNG ARTISTS
MUSIC ACADEMY
About Us
Unlocking the joy of music
Our school offers individual lessons in Piano and clarinet along with music theory and performance consultancy for exams and competitions
The school is located in central Avondale, Auckland with plenty of off-street parking
All piano lessons are taught on a grand piano
Opportunities to participate in student recitals
Hi, My name is Amy. I am a classical musician and the founder of Young Artists Music Academy. Here is the story of my school.
Growing up in Auckland, I knew early on that I want to be a musician. I was fortunate to have excellent teachers that showed me the joy of learning an instrument. I practiced piano, later picking up the clarinet, and eventually decided there's nothing else I wanted to do more than be a professional musician. My teachers showed me the way, and I fell in love with music.
At 15, I was accepted into Interlochen Arts Academy, a distinguished American boarding high school specializing in music. I jumped at the opportunity and went off to chase my American dream. During my years in the United States, I finished 3 degrees in music, performed in Carnegie Hall, started a music ensemble, and had the privilege of making music alongside incredible musicians. I also discovered my passion for music education.
At first, I taught one-on-one piano and classical lessons, eventually graduating to full classroom teaching on children's musicianship, music history, and theory. I find the hard work of being a music teacher fulfilling and sought out university pedagogy classes to further my skills. For the past 10 years as an educator, I have accumulated experience working with children and very young children in summer camps, pre-college music programs, and distinguished music institutions around New York City. My students have been awarded admissions to prestigious institutions such as the LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, Interlochen Arts Camp, Auckland Philharmonia Summer School, and music scholarships to private schools.
Since moving back to Auckland due to the pandemic, I knew the perfect time to fulfill my lifelong dream of opening my own music school. I wouldn't be where I am today without the generosity of my teachers and mentors. To pay it forward, I strive to use my knowledge and connections to help young kiwi musicians to achieve their goals, whatever they may be.