NZSI Newsletter 1984 August Volume 6
Editorial – Robert Kerr
Updates on the upcoming National Conference, membership growth, and transitions in the NZSI Executive.
National Conference Details
Information on the conference schedule, events, and how to register.
Annual General Meeting Agenda
Details about the AGM, including reports to be presented and executive nominations.
Auckland Branch Formation Announcement
Plans for formalizing the Auckland Branch and the interim committee.
Hamilton Branch Update
News on Joachim Neupert’s invitation to join Hamilton as a violin and viola teacher, and his wife Karin as a flute teacher.
Editorial
Robert Kerr
The National Conference and Workshop is almost upon us, and it is going to be the finest we have had, with everyone participating bound to learn a great deal.
The membership of the Institute continues to grow, and many new teacher-trainees will be attending the conference.
Sadly, Kathy Shelhart is leaving for Australia on the Sunday of the conference, but until then, she will be actively involved with the cello students. Along with Beverley Nation, Elsie Kane, and Val Thorburn, she will be working with students in chamber music, musical perception, and other musical activities.
On Friday night, Graduation Certificates and Teachers’ Certificates will be presented to those present. Remaining certificates will be sent out immediately after the conference. A concert will follow the presentation, with tutors and teachers participating.
On Sunday night, there will be the final concert at 7:00 pm in the High School Hall. All members and their families are welcome.
It is still possible to enrol for the conference. Arrive on Wednesday at 5:00 pm or Thursday at 8:00 am at the Hamilton Boys High School to register—you will be welcomed.
National Conference Details
Date: August 22–26, 1984
Location: Hamilton Boys High School, Peachgrove Road, Hamilton
Key Events:
- Wednesday and Thursday: Registration opens.
- Friday night: Graduation and Teachers’ Certificate presentations, followed by a concert.
- Sunday night: Final concert at the High School Hall.
Members are encouraged to register early and participate fully in the workshops, chamber music, and activities organized by renowned tutors.
Annual General Meeting Agenda
The Annual General Meeting of the NZ Suzuki Institute will take place on Saturday, August 25, 1984, at 7:00 pm in the Hall of Hamilton Boys High School.
Agenda Includes:
- President’s Report
- Treasurer’s Report
- Teachers’ Committee Report
- Election of Officers and Members to the Executive
- Other Business
Important Notices:
- Nominations for the Executive can be sent to the Secretary or made at the meeting.
- Motions to be brought to the meeting must be handed to the Secretary by 7:00 pm on Thursday, August 23.
Several current Executive members, including Pam Beehan, Diana Houtman, Beverley Nation, Paul Judd, and Robert Kerr, will not be standing for office again.
Auckland Branch Formation Announcement
A group of enthusiastic Auckland parents and teachers recently met at the Blind Institute in Parnell to discuss the possibility of forming the Auckland Branch of the NZ Suzuki Institute.
Interim Committee Members:
- Ann Rogerson (Phone: 2667109)
- Marieke Marygold (Phone: 8325177)
- Margaret Wright (Phone: 5349034)
- Jenny Blake (Phone: 5349650)
- Pauline Smith (Phone: 4444334)
- Camilla Dodson (Phone: 489453)
- Gwen Short (Phone: 87670)
- Pouiva Palamatu (Phone: 2755753)
- Robin Griffiths (Phone: 08808225)
- Lyn Shackleton (Phone: 667941)
Next Steps:
A formal meeting to finalize the formation of the Auckland Branch will be held on September 11th at 8:00 pm at the Blind Institute Hall, Parnell.
Members interested in joining or requiring more information are encouraged to contact one of the interim committee members.
Hamilton Branch Update
The Institute has invited Mr. Joachim Neupert, a young German Suzuki violinist and violist with excellent credentials, to join the Hamilton Suzuki community. He will take over Kathy Shelhart’s role, ensuring continuity in violin and viola instruction.
About Joachim Neupert:
Joachim comes with extensive Suzuki teaching experience and is expected to make a significant contribution to the development of Suzuki music in Hamilton.
About Karin Neupert:
Joachim’s wife, Karin, is a graduate flautist from the Sweelinck Conservatorium, Amsterdam. She will join the Hamilton Suzuki community as a flute teacher, further broadening the range of Suzuki instruction available.
This exciting development reflects the ongoing commitment of the NZSI to provide high-quality teaching and support for the musical growth of students.
