FAQS

This depends on your location and your unique circumstances. I have taught many students both in studio and online. Some students like to come to studio for the first term or year of lessons, and then transition to online once we have established them on their learning path and built strong communication pathways.

Others, due to location, will be specifically looking for a great personalised online learning option. An online lesson happens just like an in studio lesson, except we are communicating via our devices - watching & listening to each other through the screen and speakers. I have simple setup guidelines which I go through with all students before they start online lessons, so that we can create an environment which gives us the best possible view of each other and the keyboards. For the ease of attending a lesson without the travel time - online lessons are a great option.

There are many factors which can impact a student’s ability to focus, take in information and follow instructions including age, learning style, neuro-differences, and special learning needs. If you’re not sure which will work best for you just get in touch and we can talk about your personal preferences and goals.

Absolutely—yes! It's never too late to start something new, shift your mindset, and develop new skills.

Teaching adults to play piano is especially close to my heart. As a young person, I deeply wanted to learn but struggled with traditional teaching methods. I understand the self-doubt and limiting beliefs that often stem from rigid educational systems.

That’s why my approach is very different. My teaching style breaks away from those outdated methods, offering a more open, intuitive, and empowering path to learning music.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or returning after years away, you can learn to play—and enjoy every step of the journey.

The right age for a child to start piano lessons depends on both your goals and your child’s level of interest, learning style, and readiness. Children’s brains benefit greatly from learning music at any age, so there’s no single “best” time to begin.

Because fine motor skills and neural pathways develop at different rates, children will naturally show varying degrees of spontaneous competence on the piano. This means your expectations for progress and engagement should reflect their individual stage of development.

Many children begin learning piano as early as age 4 or 5. However, in my experience, a wonderful time to begin—particularly in a play-based learning style—is anywhere from 7 to 12 years old. At this age, children are often more physically and mentally ready to engage with the instrument in a deeper way, while still maintaining a sense of play and exploration.

That said, I’ve also had many students begin in their teens. When there is a genuine personal interest in music, they often achieve amazing results within just a few years. Because of the structure and flow of this program, it’s entirely possible to develop strong musical skills and confident playing at any age.

While an acoustic piano is the ideal instrument to learn on, a digital piano or keyboard can work perfectly well for beginners—especially when chosen carefully.

If you’re purchasing a digital keyboard, I recommend looking for one with the following features:

• Weighted keys – These simulate the feel of an acoustic piano and help build proper finger strength and technique.

• Sustain pedal input – This is essential for developing expressive playing.

• 88 keys – A full-sized keyboard gives the player the same range as a traditional piano, which becomes increasingly important as they progress.

It’s also important to consider the ergonomics of your setup. Make sure the player is seated at the right height, with their forearms level to the keyboard, feet flat on the floor or on a footstool if needed.

Please feel free to reach out and chat with me about this—it’s an important decision, and I’m happy to help you find out which setup will be right for you.

No, not at all!

Our play-based learning approach means you'll learn to play without needing to read traditional music notation at the start. Instead, we use fun, effective strategies, which involve:

• Pattern recognition

• Listening and aural skills

• Kinaesthetic (movement-based) learning

These methods help your brain and fingers understand the music in a more natural, intuitive way—so you can start playing confidently and musically from the very beginning.

Yes - we’ll get there! Reading music is part of our program, but it’s introduced later, once you’ve already developed a strong foundation at the piano. This way, notation becomes a tool to support your playing—not a barrier to it.

And if reading music is something you’re particularly interested in, I’ll absolutely help you build that skill when the time is right.

Our curriculum is varied, creative, and comprehensive. You’ll be introduced to a wide range of musical styles, including Classical, Contemporary, Blues and Accompaniment.

You might even be inspired to create your own compositions along the way!

Once you’ve worked through the foundation levels, there’s plenty of flexibility for you to explore the styles that interest you most. Whether you want to play your favourite pop songs, dive deeper into jazz or classical, or write your own music, we’ll shape your learning journey around your goals and interests.

Lessons start from $40 per week for a 30-minute individual lesson. Each term includes 10 lessons, and fees are invoiced at the start of the term.

In addition to lesson fees, there are learning materials required for each level of the program, accessed through an online learning library. Students pay a $4 per month membership fee to access this online platform, and then purchase the materials as required. These cost around $30 per module, and most students will purchase 2–3 modules per year, depending on their pace and how many areas we’re working on at once.

You’ll find full details on pricing, scheduling, and invoicing on the Pricing page. If you have any further questions about fees, materials, or what's included, feel free to get in touch—I'm happy to explain further.