The Dainfern College Music Centre
MUSIC CENTRE
“Life without music is unthinkable.”
~ Leonard Bernstein
The Dainfern College Music Centre is a lively hub of creative and musical activity where everyone is welcomed. Our aim is to help our students find their musical identity and take their music beyond their lessons into their lives. Our students are entered into ABRSM and Trinity examinations in both practical and theory as well as Eisteddfodau and competitions for a broader musical experience.
Our talented team of teachers are highly skilled and professional musicians and offer individual lessons in the following instruments:
- Piano
- Jazz Piano
- Keyboard
- Voice
- Violin
- ‘Cello
- Guitar (Classical, Electric & Bass)
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- Euphonium
- Clarinet
- Flute
- Saxophone
- Drums
Composing
There is a Music lab in the Music Centre for students who wish to learn music composition.
Ensembles, bands & choirs
In addition to solo performance opportunities, Dainfern College students studying music are also able to join our many ensembles, bands and choirs that feature at all Dainfern College events and in concerts and festivals throughout the year.
Theory
Theory classes are offered before school in the mornings or on an individual basis as required.
Subject Music
Dainfern College students who wish to take IEB or A-level Music do this through the Dainfern College Academic Programme – click here for more information.
How to apply
Please contact Boitumelo Sikonkwane in our Music Department, and he will explain the registration process and do everything to accommodate your needs. We welcome students from outside Dainfern College.
OUR STAFF
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Zelda Martin
Piano | Music TheoryBMus (Wits) & MMus (Ed) (UP) Qualified Colourstrings tutor & Committee member of the Kodály Society of South Africa.
Elsa Venter
Piano | KeyboardBMus & PGCE (UFS). A passionate and energetic piano teacher who believes a strong musical foundation sets students up for life.
Emmanuel Egbebu
PianoBMus Musicology (University of Aberdeen). Organist, pianist and passionate teacher. Teaches piano and accompanies across Dainfern College.
Nola Muller
Piano | SaxophoneA versatile and experienced pianist, saxophonist, singer and flautist who believes in the great enrichment and development offered by music.
Ruan Fourie
Voice | PianoExperienced freelance Piano & Voice teacher, passionate about assisting young children through Kodály-inspired methodology.
Sherwin Ganasen
VoiceBA Music Education (UKZN). Extensive training in vocal technique and a passion for helping students unlock their full potential as singers.
Aukse Trinkunas
VoiceMaster’s in Choral Conducting & MA in Opera & Concert Singing and Lecturing, Lithuania. Highly experienced professional singer & teacher.
Zarcia Zacheus
VoiceBMus (Wits). Award-winning singer, songwriter & music producer passionate about the music technology space. Vocal teacher & coach.
Brinley Yon
VoiceStudied classical and jazz singing at NMMU. Experienced vocal specialist who enjoys performing and teaching all genres of music.
Melissa Witbooi
ViolinBMus (Rhodes University). Multi-instrumentalist who believes learning violin enhances memory, brain function & fine motor & sensory skills.
Nathalie Roué
Cello | Guitar | PianoMMus (University of Pretoria); studied in France & PhD in Music. Accomplished musician & amp; performer who teaches guitar & ’cello.
Christophe Roué
GuitarStudied at the Conservatoire de Boulogne-Billancourt, Paris. Loves sharing his passion for guitar with the next generation of musicians.
Helen Rigby
FluteExperienced music educator. Grade 8 Flute, currently preparing for a Trinity Performance Diploma. Passionate about inspiring young musicians
Neil Engel
Brass | Composition | PianoBMus (UCT). Trumpet player, pianist, composer, producer & singer with a wealth of music industry experience and performance experience.
Ruan Kruger
DrumsLoves sharing his passion for the drums with his students. Performing, dedication, energy and great fun are what he strives for in teaching.
Simbarashe Moyo
Learn to Play Pop by EarA professional musician & facilitator of an exciting programme Learn to Play Pop. Learn to play your favourite songs by ear on an instrument
