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North Canterbury Academy of Music
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our History
    • Musical Director
    • Leadership Team
    • Our Tutors
  • Enrolment
    • Enrolment
    • Classes
    • Fees
    • Awards
    • Terms and Conditions
  • Events
    • CSO Orchestral Weekend
    • Calendar
    • End of Year Performances
    • News
  • Gallery
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at musicaldirector@ncam.ac.nz if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Class sizes vary depending on student numbers and level of progress of individuals. The usual class contain between two and four students, except singing and piano.


Yes, please visit our Enrolment tab to view Instrument Hire fees and information. 


For a complete list of fees, please visit our Fees page. 


You can enrol online through the link in our Enrolment tab.


Children can start learning musical instruments from the age of 5 however, this varies according to the instrument and the child’s readiness. The Academy, in consultation with the relevant tutor, can advise you on the best time for your child to begin lessons on a specific instrument.


Yes. While at this stage we do not have classes specifically for adults, we do have a number of adults learning individually with our tutors. Adults are also welcome to participate in our academy orchestra, if they have reached the required level.


Yes, we offer both group lessons and individual tuition. Please visit our Classes page for more information. 


Lessons are held at the Rangiora Town Hall, 303 High Street, Level One Studio suites.


All lessons take place  on Monday to Thursday between 3.30pm-7.30pm


Anyone who has reached the required level can join our orchestra whether they are taking lessons at the Academy or elsewhere. Please visit our Fees page for more information. 


We encourage parents to attend lessons for those who have younger children learning at the Academy however, with older students we advise parents to wait in the foyer. Parent attendance is always at the discretion of the tutor.


Your instrument, a notebook and pencil. For more information on what you will need, please contact either our Musical Director or your tutor.   



Rangiora Town Hall, Level 1 Studios, Rangiora, 7400

Email: enquiry@ncam.ac.nz | musicaldirector@ncam.ac.nz


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Orchestral Weekend with CSO

Register now for our Orchestral Weekend in partnership with CSO on 22 & 23 August 2025. 


Open to all ages, instruments, and skill levels. Whether you are a student, returning musician, or music lover, come and be part of something special.

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