The Virtuoso Strings Charitable Trust runs a music academy, a multicultural orchestra, and a chamber music programme in Porirua. It provides opportunities for young people to learn to play stringed instruments and perform alongside their peers.

Virtuoso Strings Music Academy – We offer full and partial scholarships for rangatahi to receive after-school tuition in violin, viola, and cello at our Kenepuru studios.

Virtuoso Strings Orchestra and Chamber Music Programme – Our orchestra rehearses weekly for bi-annual concerts. We also perform at functions and events across the greater Wellington region throughout the year. Music is arranged and composed by our Director of Music, Craig Utting. A highlight of the year is the chamber music season. Senior students take part in the annual NZCT Chamber Music Contest, where they have enjoyed much success.

University Pathways – We are proud to offer senior students heading into full-time university study, the opportunity to apply for the BCF Gateway Scholarship, providing significant financial support over three years.

Our music programmes build young people’s skills, confidence, and self‑esteem. Crucially they create pathways to help them realise their dreams.

Interested in joining? All school-aged students are welcome. Email us at: contact@virtuosostrings.org.nz