My approach
I believe students of all ages should be given the opportunity to experience the joy of learning and playing music. I aim to shape my teaching style to reflect the individual needs, learning styles and goals of my students.
I am passionate about keeping fit and healthy - physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually - and I consider learning music and playing a musical instrument a very good fit. I strongly believe we must protect our bodies by way of correct posture while playing. To this end, I provide students with an adjustable bench, to facilitate being seated comfortably at the correct height and distance, and also an adjustable pedal extender (or footrest) which is placed under the student's feet when necessary. |
About me
I grew up in a very musical and talented family in Seaforth, NSW, where my siblings and I were taught piano, violin, guitar, flute and recorder. I have always had a great passion for music, in particular piano, and started formal lessons at age 7. I studied piano with the highly accomplished and reknowned concert pianist and teacher, Lila Chalmers, at the Chalmers, Langley and Bynon Music Studio in Darley Rd, Manly, and began my teaching experience under her guidance.
From an early age I was involved in concerts and eisteddfods, and gained high achievements in AMEB piano and theory exams. I commenced teaching piano to younger children as a high school student, and later went on to gain my Bachelor of Education. I have over 35 years of successful teaching experience, both in schools and in private tuition.
From an early age I was involved in concerts and eisteddfods, and gained high achievements in AMEB piano and theory exams. I commenced teaching piano to younger children as a high school student, and later went on to gain my Bachelor of Education. I have over 35 years of successful teaching experience, both in schools and in private tuition.