Your Musical Journey
Discover Your Musical Potential
Are you ready to unlock a long-held musical passion?
- Perhaps you played piano in your youth and are now looking to rekindle a skill that life quietly set aside.
- Maybe you already play another instrument, or sing, and you're curious about what the piano might add to your musical world.
- Or perhaps you're a complete beginner, and the idea of sitting down at a piano and actually playing has been a quiet dream for years.
Whatever your path, you'll find support for your musical journey here. These are one-to-one lessons, tailored entirely to you — your goals, your pace, your musical taste. Just you, the piano, and a learning pathway built around what matters to you.
Repertoire & Style
Music for Every Taste
Whether your musical tastes run to Bach, Bacharach or The Beatles — whatever your preferred styles, we'll create a learning pathway that suits you and your goals.
Classical
From Bach to Beethoven — the foundations of the piano repertoire.
Jazz
Improvisation, harmony and the art of spontaneous musical conversation.
Contemporary
Film scores, popular song, and the music of today on your terms.
Adult Learning
Why Begin Piano as an Adult?
Perhaps you've always dreamed of playing an instrument, and until now 'life' has always got in the way. The demands of career, family, and everything in between have a way of quietly shelving the things we love most. But those dreams don't disappear — they wait.
Maybe you already have a means of artistic expression, and you're wanting to explore a new creative outlet. The piano is a uniquely rewarding instrument for adults — it rewards patience, curiosity, and the kind of self-awareness that comes with experience.
Whatever your goal as an adult learner, personalised one-to-one lessons may prove your ideal approach. There's no class to keep up with, no syllabus to follow. Just a thoughtful, tailored pathway — at your pace, in your direction.
Flexibility
Learning That Fits Your Life
In-Person at the Studio
Lessons are conducted on a modern 7' grand piano in a private studio on the west side of Lake Macquarie, NSW.
Online Lessons
High-quality lessons via video call — wherever you are in Australia or beyond.
Daytime or After Work
Morning, afternoon or evening — lesson times are arranged to suit your schedule.
Regular or Flexible
A regular weekly lesson is always the ideal for steady progress, but a flexible timetable is available if that's simply how your life is shaped.
The Space
The Studio
In-person lessons are conducted on a modern 7' grand piano in Matthew's private studio on the west side of Lake Macquarie, NSW. It's a warm, focused, distraction-free environment — the kind of space where creating music feels natural.
Your Teacher
About Matthew
Born into a musical family, Matthew studied piano, violin and guitar from an early age before choosing to focus on the piano in his early teens — a decision that led to considerable success in the solo performance world.
He completed tertiary studies at the Sydney Conservatorium, majoring in piano accompaniment with a focus on string and vocal music. After post-graduate study and several years living the ex-pat musician's life in London, he returned to Australia to join the accompaniment staff of the Newcastle Conservatorium.
Beyond his musical training, Matthew holds qualifications in NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) and remedial massage — skills he brings to his teaching, working with students on both the psychology and the physiology of playing their instrument.
His focus with students is on fostering creativity, exploring the instrument with curiosity, all while gaining a core understanding of the simple structures underlying musical creation. Above all, Matthew's core driver as a teacher is in making music fun.
Accompaniment
Piano Accompaniment
Students
Preparing for an AMEB exam or an upcoming performance? Matthew provides experienced, sensitive accompaniment for teenage and adult instrumental students — helping you feel confident and well-prepared on the day.
Parents
Is your child preparing for an exam or recital and in need of a pianist? Matthew works closely with young students and their families to ensure rehearsals are productive and the performance itself goes smoothly.
Instrumental Teachers
Looking for a reliable accompanist for your students' exams and performances? Matthew is experienced working alongside instrumental teachers and understands the importance of thorough preparation and clear communication.
Begin Your Journey
Ready to Begin?
Whether you're returning to the piano after years away, exploring it for the first time, or simply curious about what lessons might look like for you — I'd love to hear from you. Please let me know a little more about you by filling in the form below, and I'll be in touch.