The University of Auckland (UoA), commonly referred to as Auckland Uni, is New Zealand’s leading academic institution. Founded in 1883 and located in Auckland, the country’s largest city, UoA boasts seven campuses and is New Zealand’s largest comprehensive university, offering the widest range of programs. Consistently ranked as the top university in New Zealand, it is highly regarded internationally as a world-class research university.
The School of Music at UoA offers multiple teaching and rehearsal facilities, primarily located in the Symonds Street building. The Kenneth Myers Centre (KMC) on Shortland Street is dedicated to the teaching and study of jazz, popular music, vocal performance, and dance, and includes well-equipped recording and rehearsal studios. The university’s performance venues, such as the Auckland Town Hall and Holy Trinity Cathedral, are used for concerts, music lectures, and theater performances, providing a broad platform for students to showcase their talents
The University of Waikato, the host of the New Zealand International Piano Festival 2024, was founded in 1964, is one of the eight public universities funded by the New Zealand government, and has been praised by the British “Daily Telegraph” as the Harvard of the Southern hemisphere. The University of Waikato was rated as a QS five-star university in 2016.
In the University of Waikato campus the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts, where the Conservatorium of Music is based, has excellent facilities and a very modern concert hall. With a passion for cultivating the next generation of music talents, the teachers of the college strive to discover the potential of each student and cultivate many music talents. The college is highly favored by students.
L&J Music World was founded in 2017 in Auckland, New Zealand, by the pianist couple Liangjun Dong & Jingwen Yan, who are received their Master’s degree from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and prestigious Artist Diploma from Trinitylaban Conservatoire of Music in the UK. It is one of the most professional piano education institutions in the region. The company is dedicated to providing high-quality piano instruction to students of all ages and skill levels, nurturing musical talent and performance skills. As a leader in New Zealand’s piano education field, L&J Music World boasts a team of experienced professional pianists who employ scientifically proven teaching methods and focus on personalized development.
In 2024, L&J Music World established the New Zealand International Piano Festival, the largest piano festival in New Zealand. This prestigious event attracts outstanding young pianists and renowned artists from around the world, offering a significant platform for musical exchange and performance.
