Project based learning using easy to play musical instruments to support well-being, belonging, communication, contribution and exploration. This workshop is supported by the MENZA Networks of Expertise. REGISTER HERE When: March 19 from 1:30 – 4:00 PM Where: Christchurch School of Music With “Arts Based Learning” teachers will be able to create their own project based […]
Friday 20th March Whanganui Girls College, Jones Street, Wanganui East, Whanganui 4500 11:30am – 2:30pm REGISTER HERE Note, that this workshop will be tailored to the needs of the attendees, and you are encouraged to bring your questions along with your charged laptops. 11:30-12am Introduction, questions, outline and connections 12-1:30pm BYOD recording for any student. […]
The Final is being held at the James Hay Theatre, Christchurch Town Hall at 7.30p.m. The Finalists will be accompanied by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and conducted by Ken Young. 2019/2020 National Concerto Competition Finalists: Left to right: Lixin Zhang (Christchurch), Leon Chen (Auckland) and Ashani Waidyatillake (Auckland)
The Wellington Branch of the Institute of Registered Music Teachers invites you to come along to a seminar given by Helen Willberg, who for many years has been involved in research into and promotion of early childhood music education in NZ. During the seminar you will be invited to explore such questions as: how did our […]
The closing date for original song entries is March 22, 8PM 2020. The entry form is at hooklineandsingalong.com/enter-2/ Will you write the song for NZ Music Month 2020? Create a song, win great prizes and have your work become an important taonga of NZ music, for thousands to sing. TERMS AND CONDITIONS SONG […]
This event has been CANCELLED. This decision has been in consultation with the MoE guidelines and the MENZA board. Whilst the PLD is really important, it is not vital when we are wanting to delay community outbreaks as much as possible. MENZA are currently working on a plan to support teachers moving to digital teaching and expect […]
CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 LOCKDOWN Auckland workshops – March 27 and 28, 2020 Musical Futures International returns to Auckland in March 2020 for a two day workshop at Long Bay College. Teachers will be able to choose from two 1 day options: Introduction to Musical Futures (for all first time attendees) on Friday March 27 or […]
New Zealand Concert Bands Association is hosting a conductor training weekend facilitated by Dr Kevin Cameron of Melbourne. Kevin is MD for New Zealand Youth Symphonic Winds, and was a clinician at NZCBA Festival in 2019. He comes with an impressive pedigree, a generous heart and a beautiful approach to music making from the podium. […]
Come and explore how music can be integrated into the everyday classroom using the multi-sensory Orff approach that benefits our children. Starting with a simple story or Ukulele song we will explore different ways in which we can use language to create music and movement. Enjoy this hands on approach to music and the arts. […]
CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS DATE: Monday April 6, 5.30–7.00pm VENUE: Te Atatu South Kindergarten, 65A Divich Avenue, Te Atatu South At the end of 2019 Robyn worked with Jacqui at Te Atatu South Kindergarten to involve the children in a very successful project turning a Maori legend into a musical performance with the children […]
Term 2 officially starts next week and do you know what you’re doing? Join Martin Emo for a 30min workshop and take a step back to think about what you’ve got planned. Hear his tips and advice for managing teaching in an online environment. From a holistic perspective, this livestream workshop is focused on supporting […]
New to teaching music lessons online? Wondering how to get started and what equipment you need? In this FREE webinar, we will go through everything you need, step-by-step.
Join other Primary Music Specialists for an informal video chat on Zoom hosted by the MENZA Digital Kaiārahi, Martin Emo. After a round of introductions there will be a discussion. You are asked to bring a question you have, and an idea to share with others. These will be collated during the event […]
Are you teaching online due to school closures? Wondering where to start and how that’s going to work with your general music students? In this FREE webinar, we’ll discuss tech tools, teaching approaches and lesson ideas for elementary and middle school general music teachers.
Join Martin Emo, Menza Digital Kaiārahi, on Wed 15th April For a 30min workshop will cover the following. – Sound. Including what Microphones to use, what external Sound cards to use, improving your audio, and your student’s audio; – Using keyboards, pianos and pad controllers – Hearing and miking other Acoustic and Electric instruments […]
