Est. 1996 · Dunedin
Learn it. Build it. Book the night.
A family-run music school, artist programme, and entertainment hire — under one roof for nearly 30 years.
Tell us what you need
Lessons, a DJ, karaoke, a band, or mentoring — one short message is enough.
We match you
Jae and Miriam point you to the right tutor, act, or Future Sound opportunity.
Show up and play
From the first lesson to the dancefloor — local people who know the rooms.
What do you need?
Three clear paths. One family business.
Lessons, entertainment hire, or artist development — pick the path that fits.
Bedford School of Music
Lessons & tutoring
Guitar, voice, piano, bass, songwriting, DJ and more — in person or online.
Explore lessons
Dancetopia
Hire a band, DJ & karaoke
Weddings, bars, birthdays and venues — quotes from a pool of hundreds of acts.
Book entertainment
Future Sound
Artist mentoring & events
Workshops, showcases, open mics and development for artists of all ages.
See the programmeFrom students & clients
People keep coming back.
“Jae was my first and only guitar teacher… He continued to encourage and inspire throughout the 10 years I learnt from him, and is one of the reasons I’m still playing today.”
“Excellent instruction and guidance. Thanks Jae!”
“Beautiful building… Incredible staff! Such a fun place for a lesson!”
From the practice room
Serious teaching. Real gig energy.
Jae and Miriam Bedford run lessons Monday to Friday in Dunedin — one-to-one, groups, homeschool blocks, and online sessions across NZ and beyond.
To the dancefloor
Dancetopia puts the night together.
Need a DJ, karaoke host, or live band for a wedding, bar, or private function? We cover Dunedin through to Auckland — ask once, get quotes from our act network.
Ready when you are.
Lessons, hire, mentoring, or something in between — tell us what you need.