EV Collective Music Tuition Wellington

Elyssa is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter, recording artist and producer with a background in performing. Under the moniker Elyssa Vulpes, she has produced 12 albums of original compositions. She has a mix of traditional and nontraditional music education and assists her students in becoming their true selves as artists. She is also the author of Dare to Be Seen, a series of books and online courses to help musicians overcome performance anxiety.

Music Qualifications:
Graduate Diploma Electronic Music Composition and Performance by Victoria University of Wellington (New Zealand)
Graduate of The Ridley Academy (piano and vocal studies)
Currently studying for an Advanced Professional Certificate in Music Studies with Berklee School of Music .

If you are looking for a traditional music teacher, you can stop reading now.  

Traditional teaching methods have their place. They aim to produce robot-like players who are great at following instructions but do not feel confident with composing their own songs and cannot improvise on anything without a music sheet. This is because traditional music teaching was invented in the eras of classical composers who needed orchestras to play their pieces flawlessly. 

Don't get me wrong, if that's what you want to do, it's perfectly ok with me but that's not what I do. 

Today, anyone has access to an instrument and can compose their own music. Although music is no longer only an elite practice for the upper classes, a lot of us are still taught obsoletely with a method that does not foster creativity, composition, or improvisation. A lot of music teachers also complicate things so much that as a beginner you can feel put off and end up giving up. 

It's like this: if you wanted to be a great chef, would it be better for you to only follow recipes hoping that through this practice you could eventually understand how to cook, or wouldn't it be better for you to understand the fundamentals of cooking first, so that you could not only follow recipes but actually be able to make up your own dishes? 

Linda is a dedicated clarinetist and music educator who began her musical journey at the age of 11. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Clarinet and a Master’s Degree in Music and Instrumental Teaching from the prestigious “Giuseppe Verdi” Conservatory in Turin, Italy.

With over 10 years of teaching experience in schools and as a private instructor, Linda specializes in working with young learners aged 3 and up. Her gentle, playful, and inclusive approach introduces children to the world of music in a natural and engaging way, transforming each lesson into a positive experience of listening, creativity, discovery, and growth. Always respecting the individual pace, abilities, and uniqueness of every child, she fosters a lasting and joyful relationship with music.e.

Luther is a versatile guitarist, composer, and music educator with 16 years of playing experience. He holds a Bachelor of Creativity (Music) from Whitireia and has composed original scores for television, including Māori+, while performing in numerous bands across the Wellington music scene—most notably with Adoneye, winners of the 2024 NZ National Battle of the Bands.

Luther teaches a wide range of styles, specializing in rock and metal guitar, as well as composition and audio production. His lessons are fun, engaging, and tailored to each student's interests, ensuring that progress feels rewarding rather than like homework, fostering a lifelong passion for music.

Devyn is a working violinist and violin teacher passionate about teaching and performing music of all genres to people of all ages and experience levels. She currently has 4+ years of dedicated teaching experience working with a wide range of students, from beginner to advanced. While learning is ultimately customized to the interests of the student, she uses the Suzuki Method for beginner foundation learning, and actively encourages the ABRSM Trinity Guildhall Exams for challenging and goal based progress.

Music Qualifications:
BAHons Music

 New Zealand School of Music—Te Kōkī, Victoria University of Wellington

Thungploy is a musician, composer, and dedicated educator with a lifelong love for music. Beginning piano lessons at four years old, she cultivated exceptional aural skills and a great understanding of musical expression, progressing through Trinity piano exams from Grades 2 to 8.
Now teaching, she focuses on helping students build strong musical fundamentals while nurturing their unique artistic voices, creativity and joy. She tailors her approach to inspire confidence and curiosity, whether guiding beginners through their first melodies or helping intermediate students refine their interpretative skills. Her teaching approach balances foundational theory, aural training, and joyful exploration, tailored to each student’s unique goals.

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Music - Instrumental/Vocal Composition (Victoria University of Wellington / New Zealand School of Music)
Grade 8 - Piano (Trinity College London)

I believe there is no universal method when it comes to teaching an instrument, because everyone is unique. Each person learns differently, and it’s my role as a teacher to adapt, observe, and find the best way to help each individual grow.
For me, learning music is a meaningful journey of discovery. I believe that a good musician learns to recognise their strengths and make the most of them, while also working on their weaknesses. My aim is to help students explore both their strengths and weaknesses, developing well-rounded musical skills and the confidence to use them in their own way - all while nurturing a genuine love for music. I want my students to find joy in making music, to be inspired, and to carry that passion with them.

Jordan is a pianist, composer, and dedicated music educator with a passion for helping students discover both technical confidence and joy in music. Jordan has developed strong skills in improvisation, composition, and performance, and is currently pursuing a

BMus in Vocal/Instrumental Composition with a Film Scoring Specialisation.

Jordan has experience with teaching students of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to more advanced musicians. Jordan focuses on building solid musical foundations while encouraging creativity and personal expression. Lessons are often tailored towards each student's personal interests, whether that means exploring contemporary styles, learning popular mainstream music, learning to improvise or composing original music. He believes music should be engaging, inspiring and accessible, where a lifelong love of learning music is fostered.

 .Domino is a recent graduate from Te Herenga Waka/Victoria University of Wellington, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music, majoring in Instrumental/Vocal Composition and specialising in Film Scoring. She started learning piano at age four, then picked up the violin at age 11 and the trombone at age 14, loosely exploring a variety of other instruments along the way.
As a composition graduate, Domino enjoys writing/arranging music for all kinds of genres and instrumentations. Be it an intricate orchestral arrangement or avant-garde contemporary performance, Domino is eager to delve into and thoroughly explore any new genre or song that comes her way.

Some of Domino’s favourite artists/composers currently include: Yorushika, SOUL SCREAM, Polyphia, Evan Call, Joe Hisaishi, John Williams, Dimitri Shostakovich and Gabriel Fauré.

I take a highly personalised approach when teaching. Every student has their own unique way of learning: no single method can universally suit all individuals, so I tailor my lessons and teaching style to best support each student’s needs and abilities. My primary goal when teaching is to foster a sense of enjoyment and accomplishment in my students while helping them refine their technique and proficiency. Whether it be through performing on the instrument or utilising it to compose, I believe that the most important aspect of learning is maintaining a sense of passion for it. By providing enriching and enjoyable teaching methods, I strive to ensure that my students not only grow as musicians, but also develop a lasting love for their craft.

Jess Weston is a Wellington based emerging performer. Having recently finished their Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) with Whitireia, Jess has been playing music and dancing since they were four years old, and now teaches music and dance all over the Wellington region.

…