Stephen endeavours to provide an enjoyable program of music tuition and appreciation suited to the needs and interests of each student. Read testimonials...
Music Lessons with Stephen
Stephen offers an engaging and personalised program of music tuition designed to inspire every student, from complete beginners to advanced performers. His teaching approach is centred on enjoyment, curiosity, and a genuine love of music.
Teaching approach
Each lesson is tailored to the student’s interests and goals, whether developing performance skills, preparing for AMEB or VCE examinations, or simply playing for personal enjoyment. Stephen encourages students to explore their own musical voice while building a solid technical and theoretical foundation. Stephen’s students regularly achieve top marks in performance exams, including a highest AMEB Grade 8 score in Victoria.
Lessons are typically held weekly at the Stewart Street studio in Brunswick, featuring a beautiful Yamaha grand piano in a welcoming and creative environment. View teaching hours.
Music Theory and Aural Skills
All piano lessons incorporate essential musicianship skills, including theory, aural work, and an introduction to music history, to help students become well-rounded musicians. Advanced theory and analysis tuition is also available, tailored to each student’s level and interests.
VCE Support
Stephen has extensive experience tutoring VCE students, providing expert guidance across all areas of the curriculum: performance, analysis, and aural training. His supportive and structured approach helps students gain confidence, meet assessment requirements, and prepare successfully for university entrance.
Testimonials
Stephen has been teaching my three children piano for the past three years during which time they have thrived and made excellent progress. Stephen is a wonderful musician who clearly has a depth and breadth of experience in both music and teaching. He plays with an astonishing level of proficiency and musicality and his knowledge of music and repertoire is vast. Stephen's focus and attention to detail is meticulous and he has a unique ability to nurture these high standards of musicianship in his students in a manner that is patient, gentle and sensitive to the individual. Stephen's dedication, professionalism and passion for music shines through all his teaching. My children love going for their lessons every week and practice daily (mostly) without needing any reminding. They even beg for extra piano lessons over their holidays! We feel incredibly lucky that music has become such an integral part of their lives - Thank you Stephen!
Stephen is a really great teacher! I came back to piano as an adult and because of him it was a really positive experience! He’s very accomodating and helped get me back on track. Couldn’t recommend him more highly!
Stephen has been teaching our daughter piano for a number of years. He is a very accomplished musician and an excellent music teacher. He regularly organises concerts for his students so that they understand what it is like to perform. He is a gentle and patient teacher with equal focus on technique and musicality. We would highly recommend.
I've been taking piano lessons with Stephen for nearly a year. He's incredibly patient and supportive, making learning piano fun even for adults. I highly recommend him as a piano teacher.
Stephen has been an exceptional piano teacher for my son since he was 4 years old. Initially, I doubted whether anyone could teach my son to play the piano, but Stephen’s incredible teaching skills quickly proved me wrong. It’s not just about his competency; Stephen has a unique ability to instill a genuine love for playing the piano in my son. Rather than feeling forced to practice, my son now looks forward to his lessons and enjoys playing. Thank you, Stephen, for making music such a joyful part of our lives!
Stephen is a fantastic, patient and inspiring teacher. He is an incredible musician and it is a privilege to learn from him. Highly recommend him for teaching and accompanying!
Stephen is a great teacher, professional and friendly and just right for my daughter. Lessons address her specific needs and interests and are truly inspiring. I'm very pleased to have found him.
I have been seeing Stephen for 13 years and he is the best piano teacher/accompanist ever!!!!
Stephen is a great teacher and pianist! He is very knowledgable and patient. He has a great manner and makes you feel at ease when teaching, so you don't have to worry about being nervous while learning!
Prices
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