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 1: Tuesday 27th January to Friday 3rd April. Graduation date Thursday 2nd April TERM 2: Monday 20th April to Friday 3rd July. TERM 3: Monday 20th July - Friday 25th September. TERM 4: Monday 12th October - Friday 18th December.
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 in 2026 are: Saturday 7th March 2026 Saturday 30th May 2026 Saturday 29th August 2026 Saturday 21st November 2026 Open days are held at Crescendo, Te Puna Creative Hub, 8-14 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson, Auckland. Email programmes@crescendo.org.nz
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
