Our Tutors
Cello: Naomi Harmer, MusB (Hons)
Piano & Voice: Alexandra Watson, MusB, BSc
Cello: Naomi Harmer, MusB (Hons)
Naomi studied cello at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch and teaches both Traditional as well as Suzuki cello. She has taught cello for many years and really enjoys working with students at all levels
Drums: Aidan Stewart, BMusA
Piano & Voice: Alexandra Watson, MusB, BSc
Cello: Naomi Harmer, MusB (Hons)
Aidan studied at Ara (formerly Christchurch Polytechnic) in Canterbury. He is an experienced drummer who has played in numerous bands covering a wide range of genre. In addition to this Aidan is continually keeping up to date with Drumsense, Trinity resources and is familiar with Music programmes such as Logic Pro X and Sibelius.
Piano & Voice: Alexandra Watson, MusB, BSc
Piano & Voice: Alexandra Watson, MusB, BSc
Piano & Voice: Alexandra Watson, MusB, BSc
Alexandra Hope Watson is the Musical Director, teaching Voice and Piano at NCAM and graduated from UC gaining a BSc in Mathematics and a MusB in Performance continuing to work towards her Masters in 2022. Alexandra has a love for Music playing 6 instruments and enjoys working with students of all ages to pass on this passion
Voice: Jeanette McGrath
Piano & Voice: Alexandra Watson, MusB, BSc
Piano & Voice: Alexandra Watson, MusB, BSc
Studied piano under RIAM (Royal Irish Academy of Music). Keyboard/vocalist in cover bands of different genres. Bodhrán/vocalist with Irish Trad. Group.
A member of Christchurch City Chorus/Sweet Adelines NZ for 6 years proudly performing nationally & internationally; 11 times National Sweet Adelines winner, 5th place 2016 (Las Vagas), 7th
Studied piano under RIAM (Royal Irish Academy of Music). Keyboard/vocalist in cover bands of different genres. Bodhrán/vocalist with Irish Trad. Group.
A member of Christchurch City Chorus/Sweet Adelines NZ for 6 years proudly performing nationally & internationally; 11 times National Sweet Adelines winner, 5th place 2016 (Las Vagas), 7th place 2019 (New Orleans). Familiar with Noteflight & scoring 3 & 4 part vocal compositions.
“If there’s music in your heart, there’s heart in your music.”
Violin & Viola: Ian Bolton, DipMus(Canberra)
Classical Guitar: David Smith, BA, AMusTCL
Classical Guitar: David Smith, BA, AMusTCL
Ian Bolton comes from Australia and is a graduate of the Canberra School of Music. His professional experience includes eight years as a permanent member of the Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House. He has also studied and freelanced in Cologne, Germany. For the last twenty years he has lived in Christchurch whe
Ian Bolton comes from Australia and is a graduate of the Canberra School of Music. His professional experience includes eight years as a permanent member of the Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House. He has also studied and freelanced in Cologne, Germany. For the last twenty years he has lived in Christchurch where he plays in the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and teaches in many schools.
Classical Guitar: David Smith, BA, AMusTCL
Classical Guitar: David Smith, BA, AMusTCL
Classical Guitar: David Smith, BA, AMusTCL
Rock Guitar: Ray McMurdo
Classical Guitar: David Smith, BA, AMusTCL
Rock Guitar: Ray McMurdo
Piano: Alice Kozanic
Classical Guitar: David Smith, BA, AMusTCL
Rock Guitar: Ray McMurdo
Alice Kozanic is a pianist of over two decades. Having completed their diploma at 16, Alice took a break from music and pursued studies in chemistry and fashion. After starting a family at 22, Alice decided to pursue a career in music working as an accompanist to the choir at The Cathedral Grammar School in Christchurch. During this time
Alice Kozanic is a pianist of over two decades. Having completed their diploma at 16, Alice took a break from music and pursued studies in chemistry and fashion. After starting a family at 22, Alice decided to pursue a career in music working as an accompanist to the choir at The Cathedral Grammar School in Christchurch. During this time Alice decided to go back to university and do a Bachelors of Music. During their time at university they were awarded two prizes; one for Overall Excellence in Music and one for Excellence in Piano Performance.
Alice began teaching at the end of their third year and has loved it ever since. Alice also works as an accompanist for exams and competitions.
Piano: Nathan Houghton
Piano: Nathan Houghton
Piano: Nathan Houghton
Piano: Kyle Hsieh
Piano: Nathan Houghton
Piano: Nathan Houghton
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.