1996 marked the 30th Anniversary of the HSM. Through the years, the HSM had grown to a roll of over 500 budding young musicians, 100 instrumental class, over 30 tutors and 6 assistant tutors, 2 Orchestras, 2 Windbands, Choir, and String Groups
Mr Brian Pittams, then Principal of Howick Intermediate, put the HSM’s success down to”the enthusiasm and passion that the tutors have for getting others to learn and enjoy music.” (from The influence of the Howick School of Music on musical development in the Howick-Pakuranga area / Andrea L. Spurdle.)