I generally teach students from around age 7 and up, depending on readiness. Lessons are available for children, teenagers and adults, and are tailored to the student’s age, experience and learning style.

My guitar lessons are best suited to beginners and developing players. I can help students build strong foundations in chords, strumming, rhythm, fingerstyle, music theory and general musicianship, as well as learn songs they enjoy.

Guitar students will need their own instrument to bring to lessons and practise on at home. For beginners purchasing their first guitar, I generally recommend an entry-level nylon-string guitar, which can usually be found new for around $100–$150.

For primary school–aged students, I usually recommend 30-minute lessons, or 45 minutes for students with particularly good focus.
For secondary students and adults, 45 or 60 minutes both work well. In 45 minutes we can get plenty done, while 60 minutes gives us more space to go deeper if you have the time.

Student safety and wellbeing are very important to me. I hold a current Working With Children Check and complete ongoing professional development in child safety standards as part of my work within a Victorian government school setting.

In addition to my work as a music educator, I am also a qualified counsellor registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), and I work within clear ethical, professional and safety guidelines. Lessons are conducted in a respectful, supportive and age-appropriate manner at all times.

Yes. I work with students from a wide range of backgrounds and aim to create a respectful, inclusive and supportive learning environment for everyone. I have experience teaching students from different cultural backgrounds, students who identify as LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent students, including those with ADHD. Lessons are adapted to suit each student’s needs, strengths and learning style.