The New Zealand Singing School is highly appreciative of the support given to us by our Patrons, sponsors and funding agencies. Their assistance enables us to bring quality tutoring to our students. Some generous private donors also assist our young singers!
We welcome people who want to be involved with the School - you may be instrumental in establishing an exciting career for a student who joins our list of notable alumni.
Our Sponsors
Patrons
We are proud to have the support of our stellar Patrons who show a great interest in the school. We've been fortunate to have had some of them teach valued masterclasses.
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
Dame Malvina Major
Sir Donald McIntyre
Simon O’Neill, ONZM
George Henare, OBE
Judy Bellingham, MNZM
Major Sponsor
Our Major Sponsor
Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT), Napier has long been a significant sponsor, providing their attractive, modern campus for the school. EIT is the major tertiary education provider on the eastern coast of the North Island.
IDEAschool, with industry-experienced lecturers and purpose-built facilities, sets students up for a career in visual arts and design, fashion, music or screen production.
Centre City Music Theatre Scholarships
The Centre City Music Theatre has thoughtfully made a donation to assist students who are accepted into the school but would struggle to raise the fees required. The scholarships are $1000 each for a classical student and a musical theatre student. Contact the School manager for details.
Other Sponsors
Adam Foundation
Gwen Malden Charitable Trust
Malcom Cox
Sponsorships & Donors
We welcome the involvement of companies and individuals who can SUPPORT US as sponsors and donors. You will add to the life of the school - or support a student who becomes a star!
Our generous Donors for 2023 are:
Bettina & Greg Driscoll, Joan Low, Malcolm Cox, Edith McGibbon, C J Dooney, Moyra Cox, Pen & Sam Robinson, Julie Eagle .
Simon O'Neill is a past student who has had a stellar international career as an operatic tenor. He entertained at a 2021 patron event with stories about his career and some songs with Artistic Director Mark Dorrell on piano.
Our Supporters
Napier Girls' High School Hewitt House
Conroys Transport
Organic Lines Design