YOUR ROCK ‘N’ ROLL SPIRIT GUIDES.
meet The CREW.
The heart and soul of Chiron Rock School are undoubtedly the rock 'n' roll spirit guides we call our teachers. A crew of exceptional individuals who, when they aren't teaching, are routinely rolling the rock 'n' roll dice and getting double sixes on the stage and in the studio with their own musical endeavours.
We understand that if a young person is to be held captivated at an after-school lesson and gets the most out of their time/money, the teacher had better be darn good. So, we've done our darndest to find the most inspiring humans, who are passionate about music, set them up in purpose-built isolated studios decked out with quality gear and given them the keys to the rock 'n' roller coaster.
Our teachers care about the next generation of rockers, and they want to see the future of music left in good hands. So read on and meet the faces that will help our next-gen reach their rock 'n' roll goals.
GUITAR / BASS / SONGWRITING / BANDS / PRODUCTION
Adam Thorndyke.
Adam is a guitarist, educator, and music producer with a passion for mentoring the next generation of musicians. He has been teaching guitar, bass, songwriting, and band work at Lewis Eady Music School since 2018 and, as of 2025, is the Manager and Coordinator of Chiron Rock School.
Adam holds a Grade 8 Electric Guitar qualification from Trinity College London and has studied contemporary music at MAINZ in Auckland. He also studied production and audio engineering at SAE.
Beyond teaching, Adam is an active songwriter, composer, and producer, crafting his own music and working with other artists across a range of genres including pop, rock, alternative, electronic, and hip-hop.
With extensive experience in the music industry, Adam brings real-world performance and band dynamics into his teaching. He is dedicated to inspiring young musicians, fostering creativity, and helping students develop their skills both as solo artists and within a band setting. His original music can be found on Spotify
Adam Spins: Arctic Monkeys, Queens Of The Stone Age, The Smile, James Brown and Amy Winehouse
VOCAL. KEYS. BASS. GUITAR. SONGWRITING.
GEORGE MANNING.
Hailing from our local suburb of Mt Eden, George has filled many shoes as a session musician, writer, recording artist and performer. Starting piano and guitar before leaving primary school, he has used his musical knowledge and skill in various competitions, concerts and tours around the country. George made his performing debut overseas, completing a makeshift tour of small English venues and finding his rhythm there.
After returning to New Zealand, he started his degree and quickly began performing and collaborating with other up-and-coming artists.
George has released two singles under ‘Montgomery’ and has some exciting music in the works. Keep your eyes peeled and your ears open!
George is a ray of encouragement for his students across the many instruments he plays, and his passion for music is clear!
DRUM / BASS / GUITAR
Liam Coughlan.
Liam Coughlan has been teaching at Lewis Eady since 2024 and has recently joined our team at Chiron Rock School as of 2025.
Liam teaches drums, electric bass, guitar, and ukulele. Liam developed an interest in music at a very early age and started learning instruments at school. He has considered them lifelong passions ever since.
Liam played in various bands at school, ranging from jazz to classical to a Queen tribute band, some of which competed and won at the KBB Music Festival. He also attended Rodger Fox’s Jazz Workshop at Victoria University.
Liam is currently studying for a Bachelor of Music in Jazz at the University of Auckland. He is eager to impart his knowledge and inspire a new generation of musicians.