Private Piano Lessons
Private
piano lessons are offered weekly in 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions, depending on
the student’s age & ability. Scales, pieces, aural training, technical exercises, sight reading & music theory are covered in the lessons. Also, students
will have the opportunity to compose their own music. Students
are expected to practise daily on a well-maintained acoustic piano or a digital
piano. Please visit My Teaching Philosophy and Lessons for
more information.
Online Piano Lessons
Piano lessons are conducted on Zoom, FaceTime, Skype or your preferred application. Teaching materials will be provided. The effectiveness of online piano lessons are evident as many students enjoy the convenience and success of achieving a variety of learning outcomes. Online piano lessons are offered in 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions and cover the same topics as private piano lessons.
Music Theory Lessons
Music theory is beneficial for students to understand the language of music and think independently from the earliest stage of learning. A solid foundation of music theory gives students the confidence in performing different styles of music rationally and scientifically. As a student progresses, the connection between technical skills and musical knowledge becomes increasingly important, which is essential to a deeper appreciation of how music is constructed.
Music theory exam is a prerequisite for certain advanced level of practical exams held by The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) and the Australian Music Examination Board (AMEB). Students will have the option to take music theory lessons alongside their traditional piano lessons.
Aural Skills
The importance of aural skills is often overlooked. In fact, it is crucial for musicians to be able to identify important musical elements such as intervals, chord progressions, cadences, scale degrees, rhythm, melody and pitches by ear. Aural training is integrated as part of piano lessons at the initial stage of learning. Singing will also be introduced in the lessons. Students are encouraged to identify and play different pieces by ear. In this way, students will develop an accurate and reliable inner voice which will further enhance their ability and confidence in performing music.
Exam Preparation
Comprehensive training is provided for students to sit for exams held by Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM), the Australian Music Examination Board (AMEB) and Trinity College London. Students will have the opportunities to sit for both practical and theory exams. Please visit Student Achievement for more information. Also, lessons can also be tailored to HSC Music 1, Music 2 and Music Extension.
For more information about music exams, please visit Public Examinations.
Student Concert
A
student concert is held every year at Granville Town Hall
Sydney Eisteddfod
Students have the option to participate in a variety of piano competitions and scholarships held by Sydney Eisteddfod, based on their age and level. It provides students with external goals to work on specific themes such as "Piano Polyphony", "Chopin Piano", "Australian Piano", "Russian Piano", "18th Century Piano" & "19th Century Piano". Students will deepen their understanding and appreciation of music through the preparation of their music performance.
Summer Music Camps
Summer
Music Camps are held each year during summer holiday in Rouse
Hill. Each year, the Summer Music Camps focus on different topics such as composition, rhythm, music history
& improvisation.