Kia Ora!
Welcome to Harpitree Music School.
Harpitree Music School is an extended education department of Harpitree New Zealand the nation's leading harp distributor/dealer.
We are nested in the beautiful East Tamaki and Remuera studios.
We do not have multiple lesson rooms but one beautiful large open-space. All students can enjoy music lessons at our beautiful open-space studio.
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Remuera
95 Remuera Road, Remuera
Our Staff
Ina Yoon GradDipMus, BBus, BIHM
School Director | Head Tutor - Harp
Instrument:
harp (lever, pedal)
Language:
English
Korean
Japanese
A Bit About Ina
Harpistina (harpist Ina Yoon) is an award-winning harpist and one of the most active professional harpists in the Auckland area. She was an Ockham Collective residency artist in 2022, working and collaborating with some of New Zealand's most talented writers, musicians, and actors. Ina has trained in classical music for over 25 years and holds a Graduate Diploma in Classical Performance from the University of Auckland.
In 2018, Ina won second prize at the New York Music Competition and was invited to perform at the 4th Korea International Harp Festival in Seoul, South Korea. She is also a former principal harpist of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra and has worked with numerous music groups, including the Manukau Symphony Orchestra, Auckland Youth Orchestra, Polymnia Ensemble, St Matthew's Orchestra, Te Anahera Harp Ensemble, and Blackbird Ensemble.
Ina began her teaching journey in 2017 at her private, home-based studio. She emphasises correct posture and technique from the very beginning and teaches students from beginner to advanced levels, including orchestral repertoire.
Yook Hui Ong BMus (Hons)
Head Tutor - Violin,
Pro Tutor - Harp
Instrument:
violin
harp - lever : Beginner - Inter
Language:
English
Mandarin
A Bit About Yook Hui
Yook Hui received her Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music (Honours) in classical performance (violin) from the University of Auckland. She has also studied harp with Katryna Tan and Yi Jin.
Yook Hui has performed in various orchestras and ensembles in both New Zealand and Malaysia, including the Penang Symphony Orchestra, Penang Harpers, the University of Auckland School of Music Symphony Orchestra, and Te Anahera NZ Harp Ensemble.
A passionate teacher, Yook Hui looks forward to sharing her knowledge and her musical experiences with students of all ages. Yook Hui is fluent in both English and Chinese Mandarin.
Inali Rodrigo BMus, PGD, ATCL, BA
Pro Piano & Theory Tutor
Instrument:
piano
Language:
English
A Bit About Inali
Inali is a passionate and experienced music teacher with 17 years of teaching experience, including roles as a piano lecturer, music examiner, and educator in universities, government schools, private schools, and academies. She holds a Bachelor of Music with a specialisation in instrumental teaching from the Australian Guild of Music Education in Melbourne, where she studied under esteemed professors in Piano Performance, Musicianship, Pedagogy, Music Technology and Composition, and Musicology. Inali also holds a postgraduate diploma in education management and leadership, a Bachelor of Arts, and an ATCL in Piano Recital from Trinity College London. She has successfully prepared students for Trinity College London examinations and is skilled in working with learners of all ages. In addition to teaching, she has organised numerous music programmes and concerts and currently serves as a pianist for special Masses at St. Mary’s Church in Auckland.
Ahhyun Yoon
Music Tutor - Cello
Instrument:
Cello - All Level
Language:
English
Korean
A Bit About Ahhyun
Renowned for her warm tone and refined musicality, cellist Ahhyun Yoon has received top honors in prestigious competitions such as the Dongbaek Arts International Music Competition and the Eol Nationwide Music Competition.
She began her musical studies at the University of Ulsan, South Korea, earning a full scholarship, and now continues her Bachelor of Music in Classical Performance at the University of Auckland under James Yoo.
An active orchestral and chamber musician, Ahhyun has performed with ensembles like the New Classics Symphonia and the Soréal Philharmonic Orchestra in prominent venues. Passionate about teaching, she also inspires young talents through her cello instruction.