Individual music lessons

Individual lessons has been a principal activity of the School since opening. The Nelson School of Music has 60 accredited teachers offering the highest standard of tuition in a variety of instruments. We provide musical lessons to over 500 students annually. Music Lessons include theory and aural training and can be held in the school or sometimes at the music teachers home. Short term music lessons are available for specific occasions and individual tuitioin is available for personal advancement and enjoyment, or for preparation for examinations at all levels.

Music festival

The music festival has been successfully running for many years and is designed to cater for all music lovers. From classical to cabaret to comedy to jazz to dance - we want to offer memorable evenings with superb entertainment. Enjoy summer and all the exciting activities of the Summer Festival and Jazzfest and we will look forward to seeing you for our 2009 Winter Festival. The School of Music also supports and hosts other musical festivals such as the Adam Chamber of Music Festival (celebrating it's 10th anniversary in 2009).

The Nelson School of Music . . . evolving, creating, inspiring . . . since 1894











NSOM Opening Hours Monday - Friday :: 9am - 5pm 48 Nile Street, Nelson

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Welcome to the Nelson School of Music

... The Nelson School of Music was founded in 1894 and it is the oldest
... independent music.school in New Zealand.
... Every year the School contributes over 150 concerts to Nelson's thriving
... cultural scene! 50,000 people visit the School each year to attend courses,
... enjoy high profile concerts and workshops, see international and local acts,
... take classes and musical tuition.
... The Nelson School of Music is widely supported by performers, patrons,
... friends, sponsors and well wishers... it occupies a very special place in the
... hearts and minds of our region.
... Read more here.