PIANO AND FLUTE LESSONS
Sydney
ABOUT ME
Hi! I am the founder of Sydney Music Academy. I am a flute and piano teacher with over 8 years of experience teaching students of all ages.
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Qualifications:
AMus Piano
AMus Flute
Master of Teaching (from the University of Sydney)
Working with Children Check
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Teaching philosophy:
I believe in well planned and focused learning, which means efficient learning and continuous improvement. I myself have wasted much money in learning from those who do not enlighten my music ability and it is my goal to ensure my lessons are tailored to each student’s needs and most importantly, make sure they are enjoying the learning process. I differ from other music teachers due to my ability in tailoring teaching strategies to my student and my focus on techniques and musicality. I adapt the repertoire to what students like and need.
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Teaching style:
I am friendly, yet firm. I tailor each lesson to match the goals of each student, and encourage creativity and active engagement throughout the lesson. I aim to provide a safe and challenging learning environment for my students.
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Teaching language:
English, Cantonese, Mandarin
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What you will get learning from me:
I understand the requirements of a number of music exams (AMEB, ABRSM, Trinity etc) and my students generally have an exam result of credit and above. One third of my students get Honours and High Distinction in the AMEB exams year after year. I regularly have students that obtain music scholarship to elite schools around Sydney such as Pymble Ladies College, Shore, Abbotsleigh.
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I also encourage all of my students to take exams as well as competitions such as the Sydney Eisteddford, Flute Eisteddford, Sydney Conservatorium auditions, scholarship auditions.
IT IS THE SUPREME ART OF THE TEACHER TO AWAKEN JOY IN CREATIVE EXPRESSION AND KNOWLEDGE.
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ALBERTÂ EINSTEIN
PIANO LESSONS
Individual / Group
- Preparation for piano examinations (AMEB, ABRSM, TRINITY)
- Classical Piano
- Pop Piano & Improvisation (to learn how to play your favourite pop tunes)
- Introduction to Piano playing for young children (ages 3-6)
-Focused on technique and musicality
FLUTE LESSONS
Individual / Group
- Preparation for flute examinationsÂ
- Music theory immersed into the lesson
- Introduction to Piano playing for young children (ages 3-6)
-Focused on a number of technical skills such as sight reading and aural.
I have four children learning with Jacque and they all love taking her lessons. Jacque pushes them to do their best and is always encouraging. Looking forward to more lessons and seeing them improve.
John - Turramurra
My daughter has been picking up the flute and practicing a lot more since we started taking lessons from Jacque. It is obvious that she puts in 110% effort into her students and I certainly recommend her.