Auckland Workshop Day 2026
Hands-on, innovative, and future-focused professional learning for music educators.
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Join Musical Futures for a full-day of practical and engaging workshops in Auckland (NZ)! Access brand new resources for primary and secondary music teaching, engage students through music they love, and integrate new technologies and AI-assistive tools.
What You'll Learn
Boost your music program with a mega suite of brand-new & upgraded resources (valued at $165 NZD alone!)
Exploring an approach to engaging students with software: Chrome Music Lab Song Maker, Soundtrap, BandLab, GarageBand iOS/MacOS & Ableton Live
Using bespoke AI tools for songwriting & enhancing (not replacing!) creativity
Try the upgraded Everyone Can Play resources, designed to support whole class ukulele, keyboard, guitar and bass.
Access the new Beats resources for classroom percussion lessons using a range of styles and grooves.
Embedding the Explore, Recreate, Create approach, plus earn your Level 1, 2 or 3 Musical Futures Certification at this event!
What's included
Snacks & Lunch provided 1 Year subscription to Musical Futures International (valued at $165 NZD alone!) Full day of interactive workshops & networking with like-minded music teachers. Get your Level 1, 2 or 3 Certification at this workshop! Visit Pinehurst School (See map for location here), a Musical Futures "Champion School" and learn about how they've boosted student engagement through their innovative music program.
Why attend
- Practical & hands-on – walk away with lessons & loads of resources you can use tomorrow
- Suits all age groups – from Year 3 all the way to Year 13!
- Future-focused – learn AI and electronic music approaches relevant to your students
- Community – connect with other passionate music educators from Auckland and beyond!
Pricing & Registration
Key Details & Delegate Cost:
Monday 29th June, 2026
9:00am - 3:30pm
Pinehurst School, Albany (NZ) (See map)
$299 NZD for first teacher
Special offer: $269 NZD for subsequent teachers from same school
Includes full day of hands-on workshops, resources, snacks, lunch and refreshments!
Hear some stories from past delegates...
Luke Watt - Maryborough Education Centre
Allison Pritchard - Barnawatha Primary School
What teachers are saying...
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The Musical Futures workshop was a fantastic day. We got to learn and use new music technology as well as learning how it feels to jam as a classroom.
Ben Ruegg
/ St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College
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Our school is wanting to revamp our junior curriculum and I think Musical Futures can play an important part in providing a holistic view of music education that is inclusive of a variety of musicianship levels.
Keani Taruia-Pora
/ Takapuna Grammar School
FAQs
No. Any music teacher who feels they would benefit from the event may choose to attend! We've had class teachers, university lecturers, instrumental teachers and university students join us and they've loved it!
p.s. if you're a university student, please mention this in your application we will give you a discount!
Yes, this workshop will suit ALL music teachers working with students from K-12. Content will cover primary/elementary, middle school and high school settings and there will be lots on offer throughout the day
You are more than welcome to bring your preferred instrument to the workshop day! There are plenty of instruments at the host school and we'll be using a variety of instruments throughout the day.
Our cancellation policy is as follows:
After payment has been received the following policy will apply should a delegate wish to cancel their registration:
- 100% refund if cancelled prior to two weeks from the event.
- Within 2 weeks of the event, you will receive a 50% refund of your registration fees.
- Within 3 working days of the event, you will receive no refund.
Please contact our team at info@musicalfuturesinternational.org to discuss any changes to your booking.
Please also re-read the Terms & Conditions to check how changes to your booking may impact you.
Your registration fee includes a full day of practical workshops between 9:00am - 3:30pm. It also includes snacks, refreshments and lunch. You will also receive 1 year access to the Musical Futures International Starter Pack subscription valued at $165 NZD.
Your registration fee does not include accomodation, transport (flights/taxis etc.) or any other expenses associated with the workshop day.