Private music lessons @ the Jazz Workshop in St Leonards
At Jazz Workshop Australia, we offer individual music lessons from our studio at 89 Chandos Street, St Leonards.
We work with students of all ages and levels — from those beginning their first lessons through to experienced players looking to develop greater fluency, confidence and musical direction. Adult students are very much part of our community.
All face-to-face lessons take place in dedicated teaching rooms that are properly equipped and separated from one another, allowing students to work with focus and without distraction. Online lessons are also available where needed; fees are the same as for in-person instruction.
Very young children begin with a trial lesson so we can assess readiness together before confirming ongoing enrolment.
Prices | Instruments & teachers | Trial lessons | Our approach | Practical information & policies
Prices – lessons and combo
Lessons on all instruments are available at these prices. Sax/clarinet with Jack Stoneham & Piano with Gavin Ahearn costs a little bit more (30min +$3.70; 45 min +$5.55, 60min + $7.40).
| All lessons are to be paid in advance. | |
|---|---|
| Fees current from 25 January, 2024 | |
| 30 minutes | From 8 to 10 lessons: $61.00 From 1 to 7 lessons: $65 |
| 45 minutes | $91.55 for 8 to10 lessons $97.50 for 1 to 7 lessons |
| 60 minutes | $120 for 8 to 10 lessons $130 for 1 to 7 lessons |
| Trial lessons | 30 min $65 45 min 97.50 60 min $130 |
| Casual lessons & gift certificates | $65 per 30 minutes (flat rate) |
| Pay-as-you-go lessons cash on the day | Not available |
| Jazz Combo (small ensemble), per semester of 17 rehearsals. | $850 for 2 terms. |
| Jazz Combo half semester of 8 rehearsals | $460 for 1 term. |
Instruments & teachers (private music lessons)
Jazz saxophone: Peter Farrar; Jack Stoneham; Dr Sam Gill, Samuel Leong
Classical saxophone lessons: Jack Stoneham; Dr Sam Gill, Samuel Leong
Clarinet lessons (Jazz and/or Classical): Dr Sam Gill, Peter Farrar, Jack Stoneham, Samuel Leong
Trumpet: Deven Rahman, Amy Fox, Mya Hill
Trombone lessons: Francis Raciborski, Rhys Moore
Guitar (jazz & contemporary): Michelle Shih, Tony Barnard, Dr Saul Richardson, Eric Tsai
Classical guitar: Michelle Shih
Piano: Gavin Ahearn, Roshan Kumarage, Oliver Smith
Drums: Dr Alexander Inman-Hislop, Ryu Kodama, Alex Tucker,
Electric bass: Jacques Emery; Dr Saul Richardson, Nick Jansen
Double bass: Nick Jansen, Jacques Emery
Group lessons: Jazz combos (mixed instrument small ensembles)
Trial lessons & how to get started
- Please contact us first and give some basic details about yourself or your child (e.g. age, what instrument, beginner or already experienced). Tell us the teacher and/or times you would prefer.
- You’ll hear from us and/or the teacher to arrange a convenient lesson time
- Your first lesson can be a ‘trial lesson’ which can be booked as a one-off before you commit to more, but you must pay in advance online.
- After your first lesson, if everyone is happy, then you enrol and pay for the remainder of the current term.
- Enjoy your lessons!
Our Approach
Jazz Workshop Australia offers individual instruction within a structured and musically serious learning environment. While we are an independent community-based institution, our standards and expectations reflect conservatorium-level rigour, particularly for students working at more advanced levels.
We welcome students of all ages and stages of development — from beginners building secure technical foundations to experienced musicians developing improvisational fluency, stylistic awareness and a distinctive artistic voice.
Our faculty consists of experienced educators and active professional musicians. Several hold postgraduate qualifications, including Masters and PhD degrees, and all bring substantial performing and teaching experience to their work. Our primary focus is jazz performance and improvisation; however, classical tuition is also available where it supports a student’s broader musical development.
Lessons take place at our St Leonards studio on weekday afternoons and evenings, and throughout the day on Saturdays. For students beyond beginner level, we recommend a minimum of 45 minutes per week to allow adequate time for technical development, repertoire study and focused improvisational practice.
All staff hold current Working With Children Check certification. We uphold clear teaching standards and foster a collaborative teaching and learning community to ensure consistency, depth and sustained musical growth for every student.
Many students enhance their individual study by participating in our ensemble program, where musical concepts are applied, challenged and refined in live performance contexts.
Practical Information & Enrolment Policies
Location
All lessons are conducted at our St Leonards studio.
Payment
Private lessons are paid in advance for the duration of each school term. Casual lessons and short blocks are also available; see pricing above.
Rescheduling
Teachers require at least 24 hours’ notice for any requested rescheduling. Each student may request one rescheduled lesson per term, subject to teacher availability.
Attendance & Continuity
Regular attendance is important for maintaining progress. Where accounts remain unpaid beyond the second week of term, lessons may be paused and the allocated lesson time released.
Terms & Conditions
Students and families are asked to review our Terms and Conditions before commencing lessons. Booking confirms acceptance of these terms.
Instrument Hire
Students requiring instrument hire or servicing may contact In Tune Music (48 Atchison Street, St Leonards).
Enquire or arrange a trial lesson