Catering for over 1000 music students in a wide variety of part-time classes & courses. RCN: 20033897
Our mission is to provide quality music education for children and adults, to strive for excellence while focusing on enjoyment, to train both recreational and professional musicians and to foster a love of music in both. Founded in 1979 to provide much needed music school facilities in south Dublin, Newpark Music Centre now caters for over 1000 students and is one of the largest private music sch
ools in Dublin. While the emphasis is on learning music for enjoyment, students and choirs from the Music Centre have been extremely successful in competitions throughout the country. All exam syllabuses are covered up to and including diploma level and several specialised courses not available in other music schools are offered. As a founder member of the International Association of Schools of Jazz (IASJ), Newpark Music Centre established its Jazz and Contemporary Music Department in 1986 and is now recognised as the primary centre for jazz and jazz related music education in the country. The staff is drawn from the finest performers and teachers from Ireland and abroad, ensuring that students are constantly kept up to date with the latest musical techniques, concepts and trends. In our website you will find details of the many and varied courses and activities that we offer. Please also feel free to contact us for any further information on +353-1-2883740 / 2108188 or e mail us at [email protected]
🎶 Join us for this month’s student concert, where Newpark students will take to the stage performing a mixture of exciting pieces, while showcasing the different instruments that we teach at Newpark. We hope you’ll join us for an afternoon not to be missed. 🎻🎤🎹🎸🥁🎺🎷
📅 Saturday, Nov 18th @2:30pm
📍 Newpark Academy of Music
U.S. pianist Bill Carrothers continues to raise the bar of jazz piano playing internationally, having recorded, and performed with luminaries such as Gary Peacock, Billy Higgins, Dave Douglas, and Curtis Fuller. He has performed sell-out residencies at the prestigious NYC jazz club The Village Vanguard as well as being nominated for a French Gramophone Award for his solo album release, Excelsior, which is a collection of improvised piano pieces.
We are delighted that he will be joining us as part of the Newpark Masterclass Series this November. This is an evening not to be missed, with limited tickets still available. See details below.
Venue: Newpark Academy of Music
Date: Wednesday 15th Nov
Time: 7-8:30pm
Admission: €20 – Tickets available through Eventbrite, see link below.
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/masterclass-with-renowned-us-jazz-pianist-composer-bill-carrothers-tickets-737096123347?aff=oddtdtcreator
📢 Now open for online entries! 📢
You can submit a competition entry via the register button on the Newpark Festival Page at newparkmusic.ie, or see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/festival-2023/
Closing date for entry is January 20th 2024, we look forward to meeting all competitors in February. 😀
📢 Newpark Festival 2024 📢
We’re delighted to be celebrating the 31st annual Newpark Festival from the 12th – 17th February 2024. Designed for young musicians and singers to compete in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Check out the competition and entry details at newparkmusic, or click link.
https://newparkmusic.ie/festival-2023/
Open for online entries from Wednesday November 1st.
Image taken at this years Newpark Gala Concert in the National Concert Hall, Dublin, Ireland
🎶 Just less than a week to go! 🎶
The popular Newpark Festival will be back in 2024 & is open for online entries from November 1st.
Competition and entry details are available at newparkmusic.ie, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/festival-2023/
Closing date for entry is January 20th 2024.
📢 Coming soon! 📢
We're delighted to announce that entries for the Newpark Festival 2024 will open next Wednesday, November 1st. See link below, to view all competitions. https://newparkmusic.ie/festival-2023/
Image taken at this years Newpark Gala Concert in the National Concert Hall, Dublin, Ireland
We are delighted to bring to you renowned U.S. Jazz Pianist & Composer Bill Carrothers, as part of the Newpark Masterclass Series.
Join us for this fantastic evening with one of the world's most well-known musicians, as he shares his approach to improvisation, composition and performance. An evening not to be missed with limited spaces available, so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Venue: Newpark Academy of Music, Blackrock
Date: Wednesday 15th November
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Admission: €20 - link below
Booking Enquiries: [email protected]
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/masterclass-with-renowned-us-jazz-pianist-composer-bill-carrothers-tickets-737096123347?aff=oddtdtcreator
Don't miss out on our fun and interactive Newpark Nippers parent & baby music classes, designed to develop listening and motor skills.
Classes include singing, playing musical instruments, rhythmic movement and dance. You will both look forward to these fun-filled classes that will foster a love of music and dance and bring out your child's natural abilities.
NEW CLASS - Wednesdays:
(3-12 mths) - Newpark Maestros @10:00am
Saturdays:
(1-2 yrs) - Newpark Allegros @9:20am
(2-3 yrs) - Newpark Mezzos @10:40am
(3-4 yrs) - Newpark Crescendos @10:00am & 11:15am
To register for a Newpark Nippers class, please see link in bio or enrol at newparkmusic.ie.
🎻Limited spaces still available for Violin lessons on Mondays, with experienced and dedicated teachers. Lessons are offered in 30 minutes and 60 minutes classes. Enquire with us today.
For more info & to register for a lesson, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/individual-lessons/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: +353 85 259 9016
🎷Join our New Wind Ensemble 🎷Open to musicians who play the flute, clarinet, saxophone & recorder and want to perform in an ensemble. Creating a fun environment for students to learn and perform pieces.
For students aged between 7-14 of Grade 1-5 Standard. There will be an emphasis on input from the players to make for a collaborative environment. Conducted by Fintan Jones.
Weekly Rehearsals take place in Newpark Academy of Music on Tuesdays at 4:30pm - 5.30pm. As with all our choirs & ensembles you do not have to be receiving individual lessons in Newpark to participate.
To register for the Wind Ensemble, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/choirs-ensembles/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: +353 85 259 9016
🎸Guitar lessons still available on Tuesdays.🎸 Sign up today and learn from Newpark Academy of Music’s experienced teachers.
For more info & to register for a lesson, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/individual-lessons/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
🎶 Spaces are still available 🎶 for the Newpark Youth Choir which takes place on Tuesdays at 5:30-6:30pm. Aimed at young singers & instrumentalists, this choir offers students a chance to develop their musicianship and vocal technique through group singing in a fun environment.
For students aged 8-14 years old, with no choral experience required. Weekly Rehearsals take place in Newpark Academy of Music.
Open to Newpark Academy of Music students & the wider Newpark community, you do not have to be receiving individual lessons in Newpark to participate in our ensembles. For more info & to register for an ensemble, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/choirs-ensembles/
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
📢 Save the date! 📢 Come and join us as the Newpark Community Orchestra celebrates 10 years of music and community with an anniversary concert. An evening not to be missed this October, Saturday the 14th.
Concert starts at 5:00pm with tea, coffee & sandwiches served afterwards.
Conductor: Robin Moore
Guest Choir: The Occasional Singers
Soloist: Áine Cassidy
Venue: The Restaurant at UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Address: Carysfort Ave., Blackrock, Co. Dublin, A94 XF34
Admission: €20 for adults - €10 for under 18s
Tickets available on Eventbrite see link below & also at the door on the night.
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/newpark-community-orchestra-10-year-anniversary-concert-tickets-721925347147?aff=oddtdtcreator
We hope to see you there!
✨✨COMPETITION TIME! ✨✨
To celebrate our new mid week Newpark Maestros class (3-12 months) we are offering one lucky person & a friend, 2 free introductory classes each. (Classes are held on Wednesday mornings at 10-10:30am & for babies aged 3-12months)
To enter:
1. Tag a friend that you'd bring with you in the comments (or two people that you think would like this)
2. Share this post
3. Follow Newpark Academy of Music
Winners will be chosen at random next week, good luck.
Catering for over 1000 music students in a wide variety of part-time classes & courses. RCN: 20033897
📢 Calling all string players! 📢 The Newpark Chamber Group has started back and is looking for more musicians to join. Rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings at 7:45pm – 8:45pm, in Newpark Academy of Music. Musicians are expected to play at Grade 6 & above. You don't have to be receiving individual lessons in Newpark to participate in our ensembles, everyone is welcome.
For more info & to register for an ensemble, see enrol at newparkmusic.ie.
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: +353 85 259 9016
🎻Are you a string player & looking to join an ensemble? The Newpark String Orchestra (Junior Strings) is open to musicians who play the violin, viola, cello and double bass and want to perform in an ensemble. Junior Strings has just started back for a new term and is open to students aged between 7-14 of Grade 1 - 5 Standard.
Weekly rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings at 6.30pm - 7.30pm, in Newpark Academy of Music. As with all of our ensembles you do not have to be receiving individual lessons in Newpark to participate. Enquire with us today.
For more info & to register for an ensemble, see link in bio or enrol at newparkmusic.ie.
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
🎷Saxophone & Clarinet lessons are still available on Mondays & Tuesdays with limited time slots remaining. Come & join us for a new term and learn from Newpark Academy of Music’s experienced teachers. Lessons are offered in 30 & 60 minute classes.
For more info & to register for a lesson, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/individual-lessons/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: +353 85 259 9016
🎵 Spaces are filling up fast 🎵 for this popular age group, join us for this fun & interactive Saturday morning class.
Newpark Allegros (1-2 Years)
Saturdays @9:20-9:50am
To register for a Newpark Nippers class, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/early-years-music/newpark-nippers/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
🎷 NEW WIND ENSEMBLE 🎷 Open to musicians who play the flute, clarinet, saxophone & recorder and want to perform in an ensemble. For students aged between 7-14 of Grade 1-5 Standard.
Weekly Rehearsals take place in Newpark Academy of Music on Tuesdays at 4:30pm - 5.30pm. As with all our choirs & ensembles you do not have to be receiving individual lessons in Newpark to participate.
The aim of this ensemble is to create a fun environment for students to learn and perform pieces. There will be an emphasis on input from the players themselves to make for a collaborative environment in terms of repertoire selected, with a view to ultimately write their own music. Conducted by Fintan Jones.
To register for the Wind Ensemble, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/choirs-ensembles/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
📢 NEW Wednesday Morning Class! 📢 Join us for this fun filled class at 10-10:30am on Wednesday mornings. New September term starts this week, enquire with us today while places remain.
Newpark Maestros (3-12 months) - Wednesdays @10-10:30am.
To register for a Newpark Nippers class, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/early-years-music/newpark-nippers/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: +353 85 259 9016
🎷Taught by the talented tenor & soprano saxophonist, Daniel Rorke 👇, this exciting new Jazz Harmony & Composition course is starting this September 18th. Spaces are limited, so enquire with us today.
During this course students will learn to identify and modify chord progressions, writing melodies, arranging parts for a small ensemble, analysis of Jazz Composition and deepen their understanding of jazz music's inner workings.
Course Tutor Daniel Rorke holds a bachelor’s Degree in jazz performance with first class honours from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, he completed his master’s in jazz performance at NTNU Jazzlinja in Norway and has a PhD in music from the University of New England. Boasting a varied performance career, he has worked with cutting edge European and American Jazz musicians and performed at notable concerts, festivals and clubs around the world. He has won many awards including Icelandic Jazz Album of The Year in 2005. In 2019 He was granted a US Exceptional Alien Visa to participate in recordings, performances, and educational activities in New York. He has taught Music at Syracuse University, New York, where he instructed in Jazz and other creative music. He is currently a Lecturer in Jazz at Dublin City University.
This 12-week course is held on Monday evenings @7-9pm, starting on September 18th. To register for this course & more, please see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/courses/micro-courses/jazz-harmony-/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
Places still available for Gateway To Music 1 classes. Join us for this lively pre-instrumental course for children aged 4-5 years. The aim of this course is to provide children with an introduction to the world of music, and to prepare them for the transition to instrumental tuition.
Due to the popularity of these classes we have limited places still available on the following days:
- Wednesdays @14:30
- Thursdays @14:00 & 15:45
- Saturdays @11:00
To register for a Gateway to Music class, please see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/early-years-music/gateway-to-music/
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
The Newpark Youth Choir starts back this coming Tuesday the 5th September @5:30-6:30pm with some spaces still available. The youth choir is aimed at young singers and instrumentalists & offers students a chance to develop their musicianship and vocal technique through group singing in a fun and engaging environment. We strongly encourage students to take part in at least one ensemble. No choral experience is required, the youth choir is for students aged 8-14 years old.
Conducted by Mary Walsh. Mary is a Dublin-based conductor who has completed an MA in Conducting and a BMus degree in the MTU Cork School of Music. Mary’s professional work lies primarily in conducting. Where she is currently the conductor of a number of orchestras & choirs, including the Newpark Youth Choir.
The Newpark Youth Choir and all our ensembles are open to Newpark Academy of Music students & the wider Newpark community, you do not have to be receiving individual lessons in Newpark to participate in our ensembles. Weekly Rehearsals for the Youth Choir take place in Newpark Academy of Music on Tuesdays at 5:30-6:30pm. For more info & to register for an ensemble, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/choirs-ensembles/
Images – Taken at Newpark Festival Gala Concert 2022 in the National Concert Hall, Dublin, Ireland
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
🎷 Woodwind Lessons 🎷 still available on Mondays & Tuesdays with limited time slots remaining, come & join us for a new term starting next week - September 4th. Lessons are offered in 30 minute and 60 minute classes, enquire with us today.
For more info & to register for a lesson, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/individual-lessons/
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
🎸Spaces still available for Guitar lessons🎸on Mondays & Tuesdays, new term starting next week Monday September 4th. Sign up today to learn from Newpark Academy of Music’s experienced teachers.
For more info & to register for a lesson, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/individual-lessons/
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
📢 Theory classes still available 📢 on Wednesdays & Saturdays for most Grades. We strongly recommended that students begin theory classes when, or soon after they start individual instrumental or vocal lessons.
Classes take place in small groups & are designed to give the student an enhanced love and understanding of music.
To register for a theory class, please see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/courses/musicianship/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
🎻Limited spaces still available for Violin lessons🎻 on Mondays & Wednesdays with experienced and dedicated teachers. Lessons are offered in 30 minutes and 60 minutes classes. Enquire with us today.
For more info & to register for a lesson, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/individual-lessons/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
📢 Reopening Monday September 4th 📢 We are looking forward to welcoming new & existing students to Newpark Academy of Music next week. When all individual lessons, choirs & ensembles will start back.
We are still enroling, with some limited spaces still available for the new academic term. If you have any queries in relation to a lesson or course, please get in touch with us or see link - https://newparkmusic.ie/
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
📢 Limited spaces still available 📢
Sign up today for this 12-week Jazz Harmony & Composition Course, where you will explore the building blocks of melody, harmony, rhythm, and form. Designed for students at a beginners and intermediate level with an interest in understanding jazz harmony & using the knowledge taught to compose their own music.
Held on Monday evenings @7-9pm & starting on September 18th. Spaces are limited, so enquire with us today. For more info & to register for this course, see link below. https://newparkmusic.ie/music/courses/micro-courses/jazz-harmony-/
Whatsapp: 085 259 9016
📢 New midweek class now available. 📢 Newpark Maestros (3-12 months) will now be running on Wednesday mornings @10-10:30am. This fun and interactive music class is designed to develop listening and motor skills. Both parent & baby will look forward to these fun-filled classes that will foster a love of music. Classes start in September, so sign up today.
More Newpark Nippers classes for older ages groups (1-4 years) take place on Saturday mornings. To register for a Newpark Nippers class, see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/music/early-years-music/newpark-nippers/
We are delighted to announce that the popular Intro to Jazz Blues Improvisation (Guitar) Course is starting again this September. With limited spaces still available.
This is a practical-skills based course specifically tailored for guitarists who wish to take the next step with their improvised soloing and accompaniment skills. Applicants must have basic instrumental skills with a knowledge of chords/scales/arpeggios.
The course is held on Thursday evenings @7-9pm & will run for 16 weeks in total starting on September 7th.
For more info on this course, see link below. https://newparkmusic.ie/music/courses/micro-courses/
Spaces for this course are limited, so enquire with us today.
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: +353 85 259 9016
Places are filling up fast but we are still enroling students for the next academic year 23/24. Sign up today and study with some of Ireland’s top musicians and music educators.
We are delighted to offer places in the following:
👶 Newpark Nippers (0-4yrs)
🧒 Gateway to Music (4-6yrs)
🧒 Gateway to Instruments (5-7yrs)
🎶 Individual one-to-one lessons
✏ Theory
🎷 Jazz Ensemble Improvisation
🎸 Intro to Jazz Blues Improvisation (Guitar)
🎷 Jazz Harmony & Composition
🎷 Jazz Big Band
🎤 Youth Choir
🎻 Junior Strings
🎼 Chamber Music
🎻 Community Orchestra
🎶 Recorder Ensemble
🎸 Junior Guitar Ensemble
🎼 Wind Band
To register and view our full range of course offerings, please see link below.
https://newparkmusic.ie/
Email: [email protected]
Ph: +353 1 288 3740
Whatsapp: +353 85 259 9016
☑️2023 Chamber music Summer Workshop! Well done everyone - it was such a great weekend! Fantastic! 🥰hope everyone enjoyed it! Special thanks to Mihaly and Mairead to assist running this workshop!
📢📢 Gateway to Music 1 now also runs on Wednesday @ 14:30 / Thursday @ 14:00 & 16:00 / Saturday @11:00 !! 🎵limited spaces left! Contact us for register! Email: [email protected] or Whatsapp us on +353852599016.
🙌We are excited to announce the Youth Chamber Music Workshop at Newpark Academy of Music, where young musicians can work together and participate in musicianship classes, while collaborating with other instrumentalists.
🎶This workshop is perfect for young musicians who are passionate about music and want to develop their skills further. Our experienced instructors will provide guidance and support to help participants improve their technique and musicality.
The workshop is open to all instrumentalists, and participants will have the opportunity to work with other musicians to create beautiful chamber music pieces. This is a great opportunity to learn from other musicians and develop new skills.🎹🎤🎸🪕🪗🎷
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to be a part of the Youth Chamber Music Workshop at Newpark Academy of Music. Sign up today to secure your spot.
Email 📧 us today!! [email protected]
Blooms day! .ie Newpark Concert Orchestra performing at
Come and join us this Thursday the 8th of June, 19:00 at NCH for our Gala Concert. 🎼🎹
Come and join us on the 8th of June at National Concert Hall - John Field Room - 19:00 for our Gala concert featuring the winners of Newpark Festival 2023! You can book your ticket on nch.ie
2023-2024 enrollment is officially open from tomorrow 15th of May! Email us for more information!! [email protected] 🎵🎹🎸🥁🎺🎻
🔔🔔 we are currently seeking Early Music Educator to join our team! If you are interested, please email to [email protected] for further details!
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Check out our Q & A session on Newpark's new Jazz Big Band summer course, for students wishing to join the course in July 2022. Drum Tutor Kevin Brady Music & Guest Soloist Meilana Gillard chat to Grace Tallon about the course and everything you need to know about auditions being held this Saturday! Newpark's Jazz Big Band is a new course offering and one of its kind in Ireland. This course is open to music students of all ages and musical backgrounds; however, an audition is required. Please email [email protected] to register for auditions being held on Sat May 7th. You can view the audition requirements and see more info on this course in the link below. https://newparkmusic.ie/jazz.../jazz-big-band-summer-course/ Music Network Irish Association of Youth Orchestras National Youth Orchestra of Ireland Jazz Ireland The Journal of Music #jazz #jazzmusic #musiceducation #music #musician #musicians #musicislife #teachingmusic #WeAreNewpark #bigband #bigbandjazz #jazzbigband #shortcourse #shortcourses #jazzireland #instamusic #musicireland #webinar #Webinar2022 #summercourse #performance #dublin #piano #guitar #drums #bass #clarinet #trombone #saxophone #trumpet
Today we launched our ‘Virtual Christmas Choir’ performed by Newpark vocal students and conducted by Mary Walsh. 'I'll Be Home For Christmas' is dedicated to everyone in the live music sector impacted by the restrictions this Christmas. Newpark is dedicated to keeping music alive in our communities. Every donation will help to replace the loss of our regular donations from in-person events such as our Christmas concert, so we can continue to make a difference in children’s lives through music education. Donate here 👇🏽 https://newparkmusic.ie/#support-newpark #WeAreNewpark #Christmas #artseducation #inclusionanddiversity #supportthearts #musiceducation #choir #conductor
