Music forums
Join students and staff of Te Whare o ngā Pūkōrero Pūoro School of Music at our weekly curriculum-based events and discover a symphony of knowledge and creativity!
Jazz and Composition Forums
We invite you to form the audience for our students as they share and develop their creative practice.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of jazz and delve into the art of composition. Join us in class and on campus for an extraordinary musical journey every week.
- Forums run weekly during semester time.
- Sessions are free and open to the public.
- Bookings are not required.
Jazz forum
Wednesdays, 4-6pm
Studio One, Kenneth Myers Centre
74 Shortland Street, Auckland City
Jazz forums are where soulful improvisations, infectious rhythms and innovative harmonies come alive. Step into the realm of legends like Miles Davis and Ella Fitzgerald, as our music students continue to contribute to the evolution and ongoing revolution of jazz music.
Composition forum
Fridays, 4-6pm
Music Theatre, School of Music
6 Symonds Street, Auckland City
Immerse yourself in the world of composition, where musical ideas take shape and come to life. Our music students will weave their way through the intricacies of composition techniques, from classical to contemporary, fostering the birth of innovative musical masterpieces.
Upcoming this semester:
- 9 May - Auckland Philharmonia Harp workshop
- 16 May - Staff workshop: Luc Vitk
- 23 May - Student workshop
- 30 May - Adeline Wong
- 6 June - Staff and postgraduate student workshop: Chris Gendall and Babak Samanei
So join us at Te Whare o ngā Pūkōrero Pūoro School of Music, University of Auckland as we celebrate the universal language of music.
Each forum offers you the chance to see future music stars, chat with music enthusiasts, novices and experts alike. Embrace the power of music to connect, inspire, and transform. Whether you're a budding musician yourself, a seasoned artist, or just a curious soul, these music forums will leave you with melodies in your heart and memories to cherish for a lifetime. Or for a semester at the very least!
Popular Music workshops
Thursdays, 2-4pm
For current students to expand your songwriting, performance and production skills and develop your understanding of the creative industries.
Open to prospective students.
If you are a Secondary school teacher or student, you can arrange to come and check out a Popular music workshop. They run during semester time, for more information contact:
Godfrey De Grut g.degrut@auckland.ac.nz
Classical Music workshops
For current students to extend your practical performance experience.
Open to prospective students.
If you are a Secondary school teacher or student, you can arrange to come and check out a Classical music workshop. They run during semester time, for more information, contact:
James Yoo james.yoo@auckland.ac.nz
Contact Us
If you have any queries about our events, please get in touch.