TE URUNGA is Crescendo’s Foundational Music Programme. Learn the art of music creation and performance!
If you’re a beginner or looking to build on existing skills, this course offers the tools and knowledge to help you grow as a musician, singer, songwriter or producer.
Free for youth 15-24yrs.
Classes run over 10 weeks on Mon & Tues, 4-7pm.
Te Urunga - Foundational Music Programme:
WHAT
TE URUNGA, meaning “the entrance”, is perfect for anyone eager to learn how to make and record music, improve songwriting skills and bring creative ideas to life. Over the course, you’ll write your own song and have the opportunity to perform it at our term-end graduation showcase.
WHEN
MONDAYs & TUESDAYs 4 - 7pm TERM 2: Mon 28th April - Thurs 3rd July. Graduation Date: Thurs 3rd July. No class on Monday 2nd June (Kings Birthday). TERM 3: Mon 21st July - Thurs 25th September. Graduation Date: Thurs 25th September. TERM 4: Mon 13th October - Thurs 18th December. Graduation Date Thurs 18th December. No class on Mon 27th October (Labour Day).
ABOUT
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - Fundamentals of Logic Pro for recording, editing and mixing - Setting up and packing down a recording booth - Vocal recording techniques - Songwriting and arrangement skills - Essential music theory - Crafting a compelling artist biography for promotion - Live performance - Collaboration - Wellbeing & Power skills
OPEN DAYS
FIND OUT MORE by coming to a Crescendo Open Day. Open days are held at Crescendo, Te Puna Creative Hub, 8-14 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson, Auckland. 2025 Open Day dates: Term 3 Open Day: Sat 7th June 10am - 2pm Term 4 Open Day: Sat 30th August 10am - 2pm
Don't be shy. A lot of artists let their nerves get the best of them which causes you to muck up a lot especially when it comes to developing your own music. Be confident.
- Rihanna
It’s an amazing way to meet people who love making music and the whanaungatanga is strong. It’s a great place to start with learning music for sure.
- Georgie
Almost straight away I was doing things I didn't think I'd be able to do and now I have this new found confidence in music!
- Kirisitina
