Through a playful approach to learning piano, I offer instruction tailored to each student’s needs and interests. Students are allowed to develop at their own pace in a warm and encouraging environment that fosters creativity and the joy of music making.
Lessons are carefully blended to include:
learning to read music
fostering a healthy technique
composition and improvisation
chords and lead sheets
developing listening skills
music theory and history
My students have a 100% pass rate in AMEB practical and theory exams, regularly achieving Distinctions or higher. Many students also take lessons without sitting exams.
“The joy on our four-year old son’s face as he proudly plays his family “Hungry Herbie Hippo” is priceless. And for me a returning student, Nicola is expertly restoring my confidence and abilities. I highly recommend Nicola as an experienced and highly educated piano teacher for any age or ability.”
piano lessons for kinder kids
Age 4 -6
A colourful introduction to learning piano with lots of games, singing and fun pieces to play. Every lesson is a new adventure!
piano lessons for kids
Age 7-12
Students enjoy a playful approach to piano lessons while learning to read music, exploring composition and improvisation, playing fun music and developing a healthy technique.
piano lessons for teens
Age 13-18
I teach a range of classical, pop and contemporary styles so teens are sure to find the musical path they wish to take. Some may choose to focus on exams, other may prefer to play just for relaxation. Each journey is unique.
piano lessons for adults
Age 18+
Always wanted to play piano? I offer a gentle and encouraging introduction to learning piano. For those returning to the piano, lessons are carefully structured so students slowly revise previous skills while gradually developing new ones.
“What can I say about Nicola other then outstanding!!! It has been a mission of mine over the past 8 years to learn the piano and finally my partner had enough of me talking about it and booked me a term of lessons with Nicola. At first I was reluctant and nervous but after my first lesson I felt myself inspired and eager, Nicola’s tutorage has been fun, well paced and flexible.”
“We have two primary aged daughters learning piano with Nicola and it is a truly enjoyable and rewarding experience for both girls. Nicola is patient, applies age appropriate methods for keeping them engaged and establishes a pace that is unique to both. The girls are so proud of what they are achieving, and so are we. We highly recommend Nicola as a piano teacher!”