Acoustic
Guitar
REBECCA HOEKSEMA
(Classical, Contemporary, Folk, Beginner Bass)
Rebecca has been teaching for more than 10 years in the North Island and now in Nelson. She has taught guitar in schools and the Ministry of Education Out of Hours Music Program.
As a graduate from Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology with a Diploma in Arts and Media majoring in Contemporary Music 2009 Rebecca continues to strive to improve the quality of the teaching of musicianship in the Nelson area.
Rebecca enjoys sharing and passing on her skills in a variety of styles to others of all ages. Lessons include musical knowledge and technique across all spectrums of the guitar and some bass with an emphasis on performance in a fun and safe learning environment.
Telephone: (03) 538 0118 // Mobile: 021 263 6955
email: rebecca.h@paradise.net.nz
Classical
& Flamenco Guitar
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MILES
JACKSON (Classical Guitar, Flamenco Guitar)
MILES JACKSON is one of New Zealands most accomplished guitarists. He began his musical training on the violin, changing to classical guitar in 1965. He has studied with a number of distinguished teachers and several periods in Spain have allowed him to explore and develop considerable expertise in Flamenco techniques. An intense period of study with world-renowned Czech guitarist Vladimir Mikulka took place in the summer of 1982. This was followed with three years of study with the English master guitarist John Mills, which has provided Miles with a technical facility and musicianship of the highest standard.
He has been working as a professional musician since 1972. Apart from solo performances, he has performed with many different chamber music groups and has been a member of the John Mills Trio and the Delphinos Guitar Duo. However most of his work has been with violinist Margaret Jackson as Duo Jackson. They have toured and given workshops in many countries , made numerous TV & Radio broadcasts and recorded 7 albums of their music.
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Telephone: (03) 545
2137
Electric/Bass
Guitar
REBECCA HOEKSEMA
(Classical, Contemporary, Folk, Beginner)
Rebecca has been teaching for more than 10 years in the North Island and now in Nelson. She has taught guitar in schools and the Ministry of Education Out of Hours Music Program.
As a graduate from Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology with a Diploma in Arts and Media majoring in Contemporary Music 2009 Rebecca continues to strive to improve the quality of the teaching of musicianship in the Nelson area.
Rebecca enjoys sharing and passing on her skills in a variety of styles to others of all ages. Lessons include musical knowledge and technique across all spectrums of the guitar and some bass with an emphasis on performance in a fun and safe learning environment.
Telephone: (03) 538 0118 // Mobile: 021 263 6955
email: rebecca.h@paradise.net.nz
Cello
KATE SHERWOOD
Kate moved to New Zealand from the
UK where she studied with James Tennant for five years. She
began teaching during that time, moving to Nelson in 1996.
Kate performs regularly with the Nelson Chamber Orchestra, the Nelson String Quartet and various other groups.
She teaches beginners through to Grade 7 cello.
LISSA COWIE
Lissa Cowie was born in Scotland and emigrated to New Zealand in 1989. In 1996 she gained a Bachelor of Music with First Class Honours at Auckland University studying cello. She then studied at the Royal Academy of Music and graduated with a Postgraduate Performance Diploma and LRAM teaching diploma.
Since then she has worked as a free lance musician based in London, then Glasgow and now Nelson, performing with several ensembles including the City of London Sinfonia, National Symphony Orchestra of Scotland, Scottish Festival Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra and Opera della Luna. She also played with the Elgin Piano Trio, set up while at the RAM in 1997 which gave many concerts in the UK. The trio was awarded a scholarship to attend Banff Arts Centre, Canada, for one month in 2001. They have also performed the Beethoven Triple Concerto and made a CD of Dvorak Dumky Trio and Haydn Gypsy Rondo Trio.
Lissa taught cello and chamber music at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, Jordanhill School and the Douglas Academy.
Now based in Nelson, she performs with the Grampians Piano Trio, Emanon String Trio, Nelson Symphony Orchestra and Viva Chamber Orchestra and as soloist with the Nelson Chamber Orchestra. She also teaches through the Nelson School of Music.
Clarinet
SIMON WILLIAMS
(Clarinet, Saxophone, Flute)
DIPLOMA
IN JAZZ STUDIES
Simon studied jazz
at the Christchurch Institute of Technology. He commenced
his music tuition on clarinet at the Nelson School of Music.
He has performed with the Central Band of the RNZAF, big bands,
rock and jazz combos. Simon has performed at the Eureka Jazz
Festival in the USA with the Bourbon Street Beat band. Currently
he is performing extensively with various groups within the
Nelson region.
Telephone: 027 539 4498 ....... Email: simo405@gmail.com
VERONICA STRUTHERS (Clarinet)
Dip ABRSM, BA (Hons) Grad Dip in Ed (Primary), Dip in ECE, ARSM
Veronica is a qualified, registered teacher at the primary and Early Childhood level and has currently received her ARSM in instrumental teaching of the clarinet. She teaches the beginners clarinet class at the NSOM and students from Girls College, St Josephs and Central Schools as well as privately from home. Veronica is a member of the Nelson Symphony Orchestra and an active member of their committee.
Telephone: (03) 545 0092
Drums
& Percussion
CHRISTOPHER
PIERSON
Chris is an experienced
drum teacher and performer. He commenced playing whilst
at school and has playing professionally since 1986.
Chris has studied with David Jones at the Sydney Conservatorium
of Music, with Frank Gibson Jnr, Lance Philip, and John Taylor
in London. He has attended a host of drum clinics with
international drummers such as Louis Bellson, Greg Bisonnette,
Don Famulargo, Trilor Gurtu, and Elvin Jones. Chris
has toured with Tom Sharplin and the Cadillacs and is in constant
demand as a drummer in the Nelson music scene. He is a drum
tutor on the Contemporary Music Performance Course.
Flute
JOEL BOLTON (Flute,
Piano)
Mus
B (Perf) LTCL LRSM
Joel began to learn
flute at the age of twelve. At fifteen he began piano and
continued to study both instruments. This study culminated
six years later in a Bachelor of Music Performance from Auckland
University. Joel is currently the conductor of the Greenhill
Training Orchestra.
Telephone: (03) 546
7210
SARA LEACH
Sara is qualified in the Suzuki method of flute tuition, and has taught many students from as young as four years of age over the past 21 years using this unique method which is modeled on the same natural process each child goes through in learning their native language. This method is easily adapted to suit all ages. Emphasis is on beautiful tone and musicality. Students learn to play by ear, as well as learning to read well.
She currently teaches the beginners flute class at the Nelson School of Music
Telephone: (03) 548
8695
SIMON WILLIAMS
(Clarinet, Saxophone, Flute)
DIPLOMA
IN JAZZ STUDIES
Simon studied jazz
at the Christchurch Institute of Technology. He commenced
his music tuition on clarinet at the Nelson School of Music.
He has performed with the Central Band of the RNZAF, big bands,
rock and jazz combos. Simon has performed at the Eureka Jazz
Festival in the USA with the Bourbon Street Beat band. Currently
he is performing extensively with various groups within the
Nelson region.
Telephone: 027 539 4498 ....... Email: simo405@gmail.com
Piano
& Keyboard
MARY AYRE (Piano)
BMus
(Perf) LTCL
Mary studied at
Auckland University with Brian Sayer and Janetta McStay for
her B.Mus Performer's degree before moving to Sydney for a
further four years of study with Elizabeth Kozma. Mary has
twenty years teaching experience and very much enjoys teaching
children.
Telephone: (03) 548
3762
KATHLEEN BARNETT
(Piano, Advanced Theory, Harmony)
BHSc.
LTCL. LRSM. FIRMT. Dip. Tch
Kathleen’s
career as a teacher and pianist spans some 40 years. She has taught in numerous schools and colleges as well as privately. Several Nelson teachers have had tuition from her.
She enjoys teaching young students through to diploma level.
Kathleen's piano performances have included engagements with the
New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Nelson Symphony Orchestra and Radio Nelson.
She teaches at the NSOM in the city and at her studio in Marybank.
Telephone: (03) 545
0359
CRAIG DUFFY
(Piano) 
Craig has studied piano under some of Australia and New Zealand's finest teachers. He has accumulated a vast collection of music covering Classical, Jazz, Blues and Contemporary styles.
Craig will help nurture your musical interest and assist with exams.
"I like to work in a relaxed and friendly environment and I believe that music should be a great source of pleasure."
Telephone: (03) 539 4138
HILDA BESTER (Piano, Organ, Theory )
BMus
MMus Musical Pedagogics
South African born
Hilda studied Musical Pedagogics at the University of Stellenbosch.
She has more than 20 years teaching experience, including
classroom teaching (first as a music teacher and later as
Head of Music) private music teaching and itinerant teaching.
She is also experienced in accompanying choirs and individuals.
As she believes in an integrated approach to music, theory
and ear training therefore form an essential part of a music
lesson. She enjoys teaching students of all levels.
Telephone: (03)
5442801 or 0274241029
JOEL BOLTON (Piano,
Flute)
BMus
(Perf) LTCL LRSM
Joel began to learn
the flute at age 12. At fifteen he began the piano and continued
to study both. Six years later his musical studies
culminated in a Bachelor of Music degree from Auckland University.
Whilst in Auckland Joel played first flute with the Auckland
Youth Orchestra and played in several concerts with the Auckland
Philharmonic Orchestra. Since arriving in Nelson Joel has
pursued an active career in music, both as a teacher and performer.
He enjoys teaching all ages from about five years and above.
Telephone: (03) 546
7210
MARGARET BREWSTER
(Piano, Theory)
MA
Dip Tchg AMusTCL AIRMT
Music
and learning fascinate Margaret, in the way they blend, to
develop the skills and nourish the vision of students.
To
this end, Margaret seeks to take advantage of one-to-one
lessons by crafting a programme that suits individual learning
styles and tastes.
The
programme should be creative, rigorous, challenging, varied
and interesting. It is guided by a partnership between
the teacher and the pupil, which has at its heart the wonder
of learning and the beauty of music.
Telephone: (03)
545 0806 or 027 3388 451
SARAH LEWIS (Piano)
MARILYN MURRAY
(Piano, Theory)
LTCL
AIRMT TTC; Dip. ABR.SM
Marilyn studied
piano in Dunedin with Sister Mary Theophane. She first trained
as a primary school teacher and gained her piano and theory
registration in 1973. Marilyn has 30 years teaching experience
and is currently on the staff of Nelson College for Girls for: Itinerant piano and theory teacher. She is the
local representative for the Royal Schools of Music and is
a church organist. Marilyn enjoys teaching students from beginner
to diploma level.
Telephone: (03) 548
0874
MARGARET PACKER (Piano)
LTCL
AIRMT
Margaret was born and educated in Lower Hutt where she learned ballet, violin, piano and singing. She began teaching piano at the age of sixteen and gained her ATCL (Teachers) in 1963 and her LTCL (Teachers) in 1964. Margaret moved to Nelson in 1968 and rejoined the School after an absence of some years.
Telephone: (03) 547 7256
PAULINE REES (Piano,
Theory)
LRSM
LTCL AMus TCL AIRMT
Pauline gained her
teaching diplomas at the Nelson School of Music studying with
Dr Raymond White and the late Thelma Robinson. She is a registered
teacher of piano and theory and has 28 years of teaching experience
at the School, Nelson College for Girls and her studio in
Atawhai.
Telephone: (03) 545
0794
JOE RIFICI (Pop/Rock/Jazz
Piano or Keyboards)
BA
Music & Theatre (Wagner College, New York City)
Joe has worked as
a piano and keyboard performer, both solo and in bands since
his teens. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Music and Theatre
from Wagner College in New York. He has been a recording artist
for RCA in Europe. He teaches practical skills, improvisation
and popular styles geared to the wide audience, working with
professional musicians as well as beginners, and especially
those who would like to use the piano more freely as a creative
medium to express their own personality in arrangement, improvisation
and composition. Joe also teaches theory pertaining to all
instruments.
Telephone: (03) 545 6046
ANNE SHEARER (Piano,
Keyboard, Theory)
LTCL
AIRMT
Anne studied piano
with Kate Jourdain and Kathleen Barnett. She has been teaching
privately for 15 years and more recently as an itinerant piano
teacher at Waimea College and Nelson College for Girls. Anne
enjoys teaching all age groups and has excellent examination
results from her students. She is actively involved as an
accompanist in the Nelson Region. Anne teaches a variety of
styles and her aim is to teach children a love of music.
Telephone: (03) 544
5350
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VIRGINIA WARD-BROWN
(Piano)
LRSM
AIRMT
Virginia began her
piano studies in Wellington and on moving to Nelson studied
with Harold Colombatti and Kathleen Barnett. She gained her
diploma and joined the teaching staff at the School. Virginia
undertook further piano study in London with Bridgette Wild
and back in Nelson with Thelma Robinson. Virginia enjoys teaching
students at all levels. She also plays violin and viola, and
is a member of the Nelson Symphony Orchestra.
Telephone: (03) 548
3644
Pipe Organ
HILDA BESTER (Piano, Organ, Theory )
BMus
MMus Musical Pedagogics
South African born
Hilda studied Musical Pedagogics at the University of Stellenbosch.
She has more than 20 years teaching experience, including
classroom teaching (first as a music teacher and later as
Head of Music) private music teaching and itinerant teaching.
She is also experienced in accompanying choirs and individuals.
As she believes in an integrated approach to music, theory
and ear training therefore form an essential part of a music
lesson. She enjoys teaching students of all levels.
Telephone: (03)
5442801 or 0274241029
Music
Theory
KATHLEEN BARNETT
(Piano, Advanced Theory, Harmony)
BHSc
LTCL LRSM FIRMT Dipl Tch
Kathleen’s
career as a teacher and pianist spans some 40 years. She has taught in numerous schools and colleges as well as privately. Several Nelson teachers have had tuition from her.
She enjoys teaching young students through to diploma level.
Kathleen's piano performances have included engagements with the
New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Nelson Symphony Orchestra and Radio Nelson.
She teaches at the NSOM in the city and at her studio in Marybank.
Telephone: (03) 545
0359
MARGARET BREWSTER
(Piano, Theory)
MA
Dip Tchg AMusTCL AIRMT
Margaret is passionate
about education and music. She studied piano with Sister Mary
Casimir in Wellington, and has taught for twenty years. She
feels that music is deeply nourishing, and that its study
develops skills that enhance many other disciplines and pursuits.
Because pupils have widely varying learning styles and musical
tastes, Margaret believes that the student’s programme
of piano study should be individually tailored. She enjoys
teaching students of all levels and abilities.
Telephone: (03) 545
0806
PAULINE REES (Piano,
Theory)
LRSM
LTCL AMus TCL AIRMT
Pauline gained her
teaching diplomas at the Nelson School of Music studying with
Dr Raymond White and the late Thelma Robinson. She is a registered
teacher of piano and theory and has 28 years of teaching experience
at the School, Nelson College for Girls and her studio in
Atawhai.
Telephone: (03) 545
0794
MARILYN MURRAY
(Piano, Theory)
LTCL
AIRMT TTC
Marilyn studied
piano in Dunedin with Sister Mary Theoophane. She first trained
as a primary school teacher and gained her piano and theory
registration in 1973. Marilyn has 30 years teaching experience
and is currently on the staff of Nelson College. She is the
local representative for the Royal Schools of Music and is
a church organist. Marilyn enjoys teaching students from beginner
to diploma level.
Telephone: (03) 548
0874
ANNE SHEARER (Piano,
Keyboard, Theory)
LTCL
AIRMT
Anne studied piano with Kate Jourdain
and Kathleen Barnett. She has been teaching privately for
15 years and more recently as an itinerant piano teacher at
Waimea College and Nelson College for Girls. Anne enjoys teaching
all age groups and has excellent examination results from
her students. She is actively involved as an accompanist in
the Nelson Region. Anne teaches a variety of styles and her
aim is to teach children a love of music.
Telephone: (03) 544
5350
Oboe
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VALERIE TOWSE
(Oboe, Piano)
LRAM AIRMT
Valerie studied
oboe at the Royal Academy of Music, London. She has taught
oboe for 27 years at the NSOM taking students up to advanced
certificate and ensuring they gain experience in solo, ensemble
and orchestral playing. Lessons include theory and aural training
and as a pianist Valerie is able to accompany her pupils.
Valerie has played oboe in orchestral, chamber, band, and
theatre music. Valerie teaches from her home at 71 Wellington
Street, Nelson.
Telephone: (03) 548
9352
Recorder
REBECCA HOEKSEMA
(Classical, Contemporary, Folk, Beginner Bass, Recorder)
Rebecca has been teaching for more than 10 years in the North Island and now in Nelson. She has taught guitar in schools and the Ministry of Education Out of Hours Music Program.
As a graduate from Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology with a Diploma in Arts and Media majoring in Contemporary Music 2009 Rebecca continues to strive to improve the quality of the teaching of musicianship in the Nelson area.
Rebecca enjoys sharing and passing on her skills in a variety of styles to others of all ages. Lessons include musical knowledge and technique across all spectrums of the guitar and some bass with an emphasis on performance in a fun and safe learning environment.
Telephone: (03) 538 0118 // Mobile: 021 263 6955
email: rebecca.h@paradise.net.nz
Saxophone
SIMON WILLIAMS (Clarinet, Saxophone, Flute, Folk & Popular Guitar)
DIPLOMA
IN JAZZ STUDIES
Simon studied jazz at the Christchurch
Institute of Technology. He commenced his music tuition on
clarinet at the Nelson School of Music. He has performed with
the Central Band of the RNZAF, big bands, rock and jazz combos.
Simon has performed at the Eureka Jazz Festival in the USA
with the Bourbon Street Beat band. Currently he is performing
extensively with various groups within the Nelson region.
Telephone: 027 539 4498 ....... Email: simo405@gmail.com
Speech
& Drama
JANET COOTE (Speech, Drama, Communication)
.....BA
FTCL FSB Acc Adj SCA RTSCA Dip. Tchg (Qual. Speech—Lang. Therapy)
As an experienced
actor and theatre practitioner Janet has been an accredited
teacher at the Nelson School of Music since 1970.
She has also been a Speech/Language Therapist for the Special
Education Service. Aspects of the spoken word are covered
in order to equip the student for the demands of speech in
life (e.g. interview situations).
Preparation is available for the NZ Speech Board and/or the
Trinity College of London examinations covering poetry, public
speaking, narration and acting skills.
Students are encouraged
to enjoy literature and theatre.
Telephone: (03) 547
2600
GAELYNNE POUND
(Speech and Drama, Public Speaking)
LTCL
ASB Cert. Effective Speaking
Gaelynne graduated as a Speech and
Drama teacher in 1986 and then traveled abroad, teaching
in schools in the United Kingdom. Tuition is available for
groups and individuals. Preparation is also available for
those wishing to undertake exams. Gaelynne has worked extensively
in all aspects of theatre and performs at local poetry readings.
All ages are welcome.
Telephone: (03) 546
8434
Horn/Trumpet/Trombone/Tuba
Violin
& Viola
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Margaret Jackson (Violin & Viola)
Margaret has been
a professional concert violinist for over 30 years, teaching,
recording and performing throughout the world. She believes
the highest function of education is to bring about an integrated
individual who is capable of dealing with life as a whole.
For Margaret teaching is an opportunity to awaken in the child
the joy of music and the discovery of creativity. She regards
each child as an individual with its own particular temperament.
Margaret does not depend on any one method but prefers to
mould the instruction to the needs of the pupil.
Telephone: (03) 545
2137
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TANYA NOCK (Violin)
BA
(HONS) MUSIC II
Tanya studied music
in the UK at the Dartington College of Arts specializing in
composition and Indian music. She also gained a postgraduate
certificate in education at the University of Exeter. Tanya
is an experienced violin teacher who believes music should
be fun and enjoyable. Her main area of expertise lies within
the 4 – 8 year old range.
Telephone: (03)
545 0886
DAWN OATEN (Violin,
Viola)
Exec.
Dip. Mus LRSM
Dawn graduated from
Auckland University with an Executant Diploma in Music, followed
by study at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.
She then joined the Scottish National Orchestra for eight
years and later studied in London with Kato Havas. On returning
to New Zealand she joined the School of Music staff and occasionally
played with the Wellington Sinfonia and the Canterbury Trust
Orchestra.
In 2003 Dawn was
honoured with the award of Teaching Fellow at the
Nelson School of Music.
Telephone: (03) 548
4577
Fiddle
Vocal
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BARBARA GRANT (Singing)
Barbara Grant is the director of Soundworkz (www.soundworkz.co.nz). She is a classically trained singer wtih 30 years experience. Barbara also has an extensive background in business change consultancy improving team dynamics. An ex-principal consultant with KPMG, she is expert at making positive change happen quickly and effortlessly.
Barbara has completed major assignments for Telecom NZ, Henderson Global Investors, AMP, Adecco, NBNZ, ANZ, Barclays UK, Cable and Wireless UK and many government ministries including Foreign Affairs and Trade, Education, Housing and Inland Revenue.
Professional Qualifications - SoundWorkz
• BA Hons (1st), Massey University, 1987
• C. Mus, Wellington Conservatory of Music, 1989
• 3 years study Bachelor of Music, Performance Voice, Oberlin, Ohio, USA, 1994 - 1996
• Teaching of Singing, Oberlin Conservatory, Oberlin, Ohio, USA, 1996, Tutor – Richard Miller, author of, ‘The Structure of Singing’
Telephone: (03) 546 4155
Email: barbara@soundworkz.co.nz
GILLIAN KENDRICK
(Singing)
ATCL
LTCL (Singing) Dip. Tchg
Gillian has extensive
experience as a performer in a wide range of musical styles.
For several years she was a solo recitalist for the Radio
New Zealand Concert Programme and has performed as both soloist
and chorister with many Auckland choirs and ensembles including
the Opera New
Zealand Chorus.
Gillian has been
teaching voice for over 20 years, to all ages, privately and
in schools.
Telephone: (03) 547 5169
PAMELA SIMS (Singing)
ATCL
LTCL DIP IMT
Pamela studied with
Astra Desmond (Lady Nearne) and Flora Neilson at the Royal
Academy of Music, London, and lieder at Convent Garden. She
has also studied with Hilda Beal and Ilse Wolf at Morley College,
and with Lola Rodrigues and Felix Lavilla in Madrid.
She has broadcast many concerts in Europe and has twice been
a place getter in the Mobil Song Quest. Pamela has been a
vocal tutor at the Nelson School of Music since 1984, providing
both individual and group tuition.
Telephone: (03) 545
0509
ERICA SIM (Singing)
Advanced
Certificate (Singing)
Erica commenced
her vocal studies in Nelson.
She teaches a wide range of ages, specializes in beginner
and intermediate level students.
Emphasis is on enjoyment
and singing in a style that suits each individual's personality
and voice.
Telephone: (03) 547
8483
JOE RIFICI (Pop/Rock/Jazz
vocals, Therapeutic Breath and Voicework)
BA
Music & Theatre (Wagner College, New York City)
Joe’s vocal
training and musical career encompasses a broad range of styles
and contexts. Classically trained in New York he has held
principal singer/actor roles in the Broadway cast of the hit
musical Grease and in other rock musicals on national
tours of the USA. He has worked as a pop recording artist
signed to RCA Records in Europe and has recorded extensively
as a studio session vocalist on record, video and commercial
jingle dates.
In addition to his
work with bands he has had 15 years of experience as a solo
performer (vocal/keyboards) and has trained as a recording
engineer.
Formerly head of vocal and song writing programmes at the
School of Creative Musicianship (SCM) in Auckland and instructor
with the Voice Works Institute in Los Angeles, he has also
taught music in public schools and for three years was Vocal
Tutor of the Nelson School of Music’s
CMPC course.
He teaches a practical
and concrete vocal technique geared to pop/rock/jazz and other
modern genres but applicable to any style. Prevention of injury
and maintenance/recovery of a vital, healthy vocal instrument
are emphasised. In the last several years, Joe has been studying
psychotherapy, both formally and informally, and now offers
and incorporates cutting-edge therapeutic Breath and Voicework
in his teaching, where appropriate, to those who desire a
different preliminary approach to removing barriers to free
expression.
Telephone: (03) 545 6046
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