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Lesson Formats

Online Lessons

Includes personal student cloud folder, audio/video materials, and flexible scheduling

• 30 mins: $45.00
• 60 mins: $80.00

Studio Lessons

At my residential studio in Wollongong

• 30 mins: $50.00
• 60 mins: $90.00

Home Lessons

For Wollongong residents, includes travel

• 30 mins: $55.00
• 60 mins: $95.00

Notes:

• 10% discount when paying upfront for a 10-week term block
• See Make-Up Lesson Policy at bottom of page
  

 

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Skills & Topic Areas

All Styles / Grooves:

Pop, Rock, Funk, Jazz, Metal, World (Afro-Cuban, Brazilian), Big Band, Country, Punk, Fusion, etc.

Technique:

Rudiments, hand-foot coordination, dynamics, stick grip, posture, tuning, etc.

Musicianship:

Reading music, playing for the song, chart interpretation, active listening, music history, teamwork, etc.

Creativity:

Games and exercises to develop your unique musical voice.

 

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My Approach

• Focus is on fun, learning, and you.

• Personalized curriculum based on 20+ years teaching, performance, and academic study

• Adaptable to each student’s needs and goals

• Emphasis on hands-on exercises, creativity, and student growth (learn by doing!)

 

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Why Choose Me?

• Bachelor of Music (Jazz Performance) – The Australian National University, 2015
• 15+ years teaching experience (schools, businesses, and privately)
• 20+ years performance experience (Australia-wide, including supporting Sir Elton John on his 2020 Australian tour)
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)

 

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Lesson Policies

• Lessons are paid upfront in 10-week blocks
  

• Single lessons are available at a higher rate
• 24-hour cancellation notice required, otherwise full lesson fee is charged
• Make-up lessons rescheduled when possible (or sent via digital lesson notes)
• Flexibility in emergencies

 

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