Artistic Staff

Dr Karen Grylls, CNZM - Artistic Director

Karen Grylls is Associate Professor in Choral Conducting at the University of Auckland.

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Elise Bradley, MNZM - Artistic Director

A passionate musician, award-winning conductor, and internationally respected educator, adjudicator and clinician, Elise Bradley served for many years...

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Amelia Giles - Junior Choir Director

Amelia is a versatile musician who is active in both the New Zealand choral and instrumental communities.

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Cathy Bennett - Collaborative Pianist

Cathy Bennett is a pianist and teacher based in Auckland. She is in demand as a teacher and accompanist, and enjoys her collaboration with the Westlak...

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Elisha Fa’i-So’oialo - Pasifika Advisor

Currently residing in Rotorua, Elisha enjoys a busy and fulfilling career working with young budding talents as a music and pasifika arts studies teac...

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Takerei Komene - Composer in residence

Takerei is a performer, composer, conductor and administrator based in Tāmaki Makaurau. In 2021, they completed their BMus at the University of Auckla...

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Robert Wiremu - Maori Advisor

Robert says..”I’ve been teaching musicianship skills and vocal coaching, in my role as Professional Teaching Fellow at the University of Auckland.

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Megan Flint - Kodaly Clinician

Megan has a background in both education and music.  Her teaching background is as a general primary school teacher including eight years as a deputy ...

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Administrative Staff

Sofia Onishko - Administrator and Collaborative Pianist

Sofia is a collaborative pianist, and supports Amelia Giles in Junior Choir Rehearsals, as well as being the Auckland Administrator for the organisati...

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Elizabeth Lau - Administrator & Collaborative Pianist

Elizabeth Lau, originally from Hong Kong and now proudly rooted in New Zealand, leads a vibrant career as both a freelance musician and dedicated musi...

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Michelle Squire - Communications and Marketing

Michelle combines her training and experience in communications and marketing with her love of choral music to support NZCCA.

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Patricia Tan - Accounts Administrator

Patricia brings to the team her years of experience as an administrator in schools in NZ.

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