Piano Tuition for Individuals
Rachael provides high quality piano and theory lessons to students of all ages with a focus on early-intermediate levels. Learning through a broad range of classical, contemporary and jazz styles, students achieve their musical goals in a supportive and enjoyable environment. Rachael's training in Music Therapy underpins her philosophy of teaching, with a focus on building students' self-confidence and self-esteem while learning to play and read music. She specialises in enabling people to perform at their best under performance and audition conditions.
Individual and group programs are designed to meet individual student needs and include thorough training in theory and music reading, along with the development of secure technique and aural skills. Rachael fosters students' interest in improvisation and composition, and to complement learning, encourages attendance at live concerts and exposure to a wide variety of musical styles and genres. Lessons prepare students for entry into AMEB Grade levels which can be undertaken once students are ready.
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Individual and group programs are designed to meet individual student needs and include thorough training in theory and music reading, along with the development of secure technique and aural skills. Rachael fosters students' interest in improvisation and composition, and to complement learning, encourages attendance at live concerts and exposure to a wide variety of musical styles and genres. Lessons prepare students for entry into AMEB Grade levels which can be undertaken once students are ready.
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- Individual tuition (child / adult)
- Group tuition (4-8 year old; beginner or with some previous tuition) ** Current availability Saturdays
- Group 'masterclass' lessons (piano or theory)
Rachael's Musical Background
Rachael began learning keyboard/electronic organ at the age of 4 with the Yamaha Music School. She has worked as a piano teacher and accompanist for over 16 years and her background in learning violin and flute, along with performing in a wide range of ensembles, orchestras and choirs, informs her wide knowledge of musical styles.
Rachael holds AMusA Diplomas in both the Electronic Organ and Piano. She completed a Bachelor of Music (Distinction) at the QLD University of Technology before undertaking training in Music Therapy at the University of Melbourne in 2001. At this time she trained with the Yamaha Music School (Melbourne) and taught group classes and private lessons from 2002 to 2015 while also establishing her own private studio. Further studies with Guided Imagery and Music, and a Master of Music (Music Therapy) allowed Rachael to research a passion of hers – helping musicians manage the stresses of performing – in which she now sees clients in private practice. As a music therapist, Rachael has a broad, holistic understanding of music education and its ability to positively affect health and wellbeing.
Rachael holds AMusA Diplomas in both the Electronic Organ and Piano. She completed a Bachelor of Music (Distinction) at the QLD University of Technology before undertaking training in Music Therapy at the University of Melbourne in 2001. At this time she trained with the Yamaha Music School (Melbourne) and taught group classes and private lessons from 2002 to 2015 while also establishing her own private studio. Further studies with Guided Imagery and Music, and a Master of Music (Music Therapy) allowed Rachael to research a passion of hers – helping musicians manage the stresses of performing – in which she now sees clients in private practice. As a music therapist, Rachael has a broad, holistic understanding of music education and its ability to positively affect health and wellbeing.
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