Links to our Affiliate Organisation Events
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The ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) is one of the world’s leading providers of music examinations. Its mission is to inspire achievement in music. The ABRSM supports high quality music making and learning around the world and offers pathways and resources for learners and teachers to help build musical skills. |
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ANZCA Music Examinations is a non-profit examining body of the performing arts. ANZCA aims to provide music teachers and students with an examination system that is both accessible and innovative, combining the security of a proven format with an exciting range of repertoire. |
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The Aroha Quartet is committed to presenting string quartet works from western classical and avant-garde repertoire to traditional Chinese folk music, as well as works for larger forces through collaboration with numerous high-profile musicians. |
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CMNZ (Chamber Music New Zealand) is the largest presenter of top-quality chamber music concerts throughout New Zealand. Its mission is to nurture the love and understanding of music, create remarkable experiences, foster live music by solo performers and small ensembles as well as encourage and support New Zealand performers and composers. |
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The Hill Family Foundation for Arts and Music promotes and advances the education of young New Zealand musicians; recognizes and rewards excellence in the performance of their instruments; promotes opportunities for the performance of local composition; and encourages New Zealanders’ appreciation of music generally. |
Hill Family Foundation – Michael Hill International Violin Competition |
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MENZA (Music Education New Zealand Aotearoa) is the national professional body that represents the interests of all music education sectors in New Zealand. |
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Music Canterbury supports of all forms of musical activity and to encourage the active interest and participation of the community in all forms of music making |
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The New Zealand Choral Federation is a non-profit, incorporated organisation whose central purpose is to promote the performance, creation and enjoyment of choral music. |
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NZMEB (New Zealand Music Examinations Board) is a quality, national alternative for music assessment. The NZMEB syllabuses include repertoire from New Zealand composers. NZMEB has course approval from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority, recognising commitment to high standards of achievement. | NZMEB Home page |
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The New Zealand Music Trust is a charitable organisation that seeks to develop and support new opportunities for New Zealand musicians and composers, to promote international collaboration between New Zealand musicians and musicians in other countries and to foster a wider awareness and appreciation of New Zealand music internationally. | Events | New Zealand Music Trust |
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Piano Tuners and Technicians Guild of New Zealand aims for the betterment of education and standards in piano tuning, repairs and rebuilding, and manages the Australasian Registered Piano Technician qualification (ARPT) in New Zealand | The Guild | New Zealand Piano Tuners And Technicians Guild |
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NZSO (New Zealand Symphony Orchestra) is the national symphony orchestra whose vision is to provide musical experiences that inspire all New Zealanders. | Upcoming Concerts |
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NZ Suzuki Institute music education combines instrumental teaching with a philosophy embracing the total development of the child. The triangle of parent, teacher, and child creates a community of learning and sharing, nurturing happy and successful future world citizens through music | Events from 6 January 2025 – 11 May 2025 – New Zealand Suzuki Institute |
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Orchestras Central professionally manages four orchestras: Trust Waikato Symphony Orchestra; Rusty Player Orchestra; Youth Orchestra Waikato; and the OCT Ensemble. | WHAT’S ON | Orchestras Central Trust |
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ORFF New Zealand Aotearoa (ONZA) promotes the Orff Approach: a way of teaching music that explores the relationship between music, movement and speech. It approaches musical learning in active ways that are responsive to the interests, contexts and abilities of students. We provide professional development opportunities for teachers and musical events for children |
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St Cecilia Examinations is a division of the St Cecilia School of Music and has been providing music examinations and tuition in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and Europe for over 40 years. St Cecilia’s aim is to offer musicians a fair and honest assessment of their ability through an exciting and innovative examination process. | |
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The School of Music, University of Canterbury, provides degree level training and education in music for aspiring and emerging musicians and postgraduate education for upskilling and further research. | Event Calendar |
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SOUNZ champions the music of Aotearoa New Zealand, connecting performers, presenters, teachers, composers, artistic directors and broadcasters with New Zealand music. SOUNZ maintains and develops a diverse collection of quality New Zealand music resources and makes them available for loan, hire and sale, accessed through SOUNZ online or by visiting SOUNZ. | Upcoming Events |
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Trinity College London is a leading international examinations board and independent education charity that has been providing assessments around the world since 1877. Trinity specialises in the assessment of communicative and performance skills covering music, drama, combined arts and English language. Its aim is to inspire teachers and learners. |
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Links to other Music and Educational Organisations
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Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra is Auckland’s leading performing arts organisation and the city’s resident fill time professional symphony orchestra. | What’s On |
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CNZ (Creative New Zealand) encourages, promotes and supports the arts in New Zealand for the benefit of all New Zealanders through funding, capability building, CNZ’s international programme and advocacy. | News and Blogs |
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The Dame Malvina Major Foundation helps talented young performing artists to achieve their potential by providing financial assistance, performance opportunities and professional guidance, supporting them to prepare for professional careers. This is done through a range of grants, prizes and scholarships, including the Emerging Artists Programme with New Zealand Opera. | |
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The Ministry of Education is the Government’s lead advisor on the education system, shaping direction for education agencies and providers and contributing to the Government’s goals for education in New Zealand. EDUCANZ (Education Council of Aotearoa New Zealand) is the professional body for New Zealand teachers and champions best practice and leadership. | Recent News |
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MThNZ (Music Therapy New Zealand) works to raise awareness and understanding of music therapy in order to advance the provision of music therapy to all who will benefit from these services. |
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NEWZATS (New Zealand Association of Teachers of Singing) is dedicated to excellence in the vocal arts. NEWZATS supports and develops all those actively performing, teaching, studying or with an interest in the art of singing within New Zealand and is committed to supporting singing across all genres and styles. | Upcoming Events |
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Rockschool provides graded music examinations and performance diploma in rock music. |
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