Private lessons for kids, teens, and adults. Friendly support. Structured progress. AMEB preparation available.
Quick details
- Location: Narre Warren, serving Berwick, Clyde, Clyde North, Cranbourne, Beaconsfield, Officer, Pakenham, Hampton Park, Hallam
- Format: 1-to-1 private lessons, tailored to age and level
- Ages: 5 to adult, beginners to advanced
- Exams: AMEB Grade 1 to 8 preparation
- Contact: 0403 310 179
Why learn with Gellie’s Music
1) Friendly, professional teaching
You learn at your pace with clear steps, weekly goals, and steady feedback.
2) Fun first, skills always
Students meet real music quickly and enjoy playing from the start. Confidence builds lesson by lesson.
3) Theory made simple
Music theory is learned naturally through the pieces you play. Students gradually master reading, rhythm, harmony, and form without feeling like theory is a separate, stressful subject.
4) Structured progress
Each student follows a clear pathway for reading, technique, tone, expression, and musicianship so practice time is focused and productive.
5) AMEB results
For exam students, lessons include repertoire, technical work, sight reading, aural, and general knowledge so you feel prepared on the day.
Who lessons are for
Kids and beginners
- Learn proper hand shape, reading, rhythm, and listening from the start
- Short, engaging practice steps with home support notes
- Confidence, concentration, and creativity grow together
Teens and adults
- Learn the music you love while building solid technique and reading
- Clear practice plans for busy schedules
- Options for casual learning or structured AMEB goals
AMEB exam preparation
- Technique and scales, aural training, sight reading, and general knowledge
- Repertoire coaching for musical polish and confidence
- Mock exams and targeted feedback so you know exactly what to improve
How lessons work
1) Free phone consultation
Tell us your goals and past experience. We suggest the best starting point.
2) Trial lesson
Meet your teacher, try the lesson flow, and take home a simple practice plan.
3) Weekly lessons
Private, 30 or 45 minutes. Each lesson sets 2 to 4 clear practice steps for the week.
4) Support between lessons
Practice notes and short check-ins keep progress on track.
What you’ll learn
- Technique: relaxed hands, even tone, efficient fingering
- Reading: step-by-step reading and rhythm skills
- Musicianship: phrasing, dynamics, pedalling, listening
- Theory through pieces: key signatures, chords, form, and harmony learned from the music on the stand
- Performance: studio concerts and low-pressure sharing opportunities
- Exam skills: technical work, aural, sight reading, general knowledge (AMEB)
About your teacher
Gellie is a trained, experienced piano teacher who works with children, teens, and adults in Narre Warren. Lessons combine clear structure with kind, practical coaching, so students stay motivated, understand how to practice, and see steady results. AMEB students receive targeted plans for each component of the exam.
Studio location
Private studio in Narre Warren, close to Berwick, Clyde, Clyde North, Cranbourne, Beaconsfield, Officer, Pakenham, Hampton Park, and Hallam. On-site parking.
Frequently asked questions
How soon will I play real music?
From your first lessons. Reading and technique are taught through short, musical pieces so you sound good quickly.
Do I have to do exams?
No. Exams are optional. Many students learn just for enjoyment; others choose AMEB for a clear goal.
What instrument do I need at home?
An acoustic piano is ideal. A touch-sensitive digital piano with weighted keys works well for beginners.
How long are lessons?
Most beginners start with 30 minutes. Teens, exam students, and motivated adults often benefit from 45 minutes.
Do you offer a trial?
Yes. Book a trial and see how the lesson flow and practice steps feel.
Ready to start?
Call 0403 310 179 or use below contact form
You can also request a free phone consultation to find the best starting point.