Start where you are
Whether you’re starting out, returning to an instrument or building on existing skills, tell us about your experience and what you’d like to achieve.
Shaumet Music Academy · Chatswood
Your music
starts here.
Personalised music lessons, thoughtful guidance and a welcoming place to grow. Find your own way into music with Shaumet.
Find your instrument
What would you love to play?
01
Piano
Bring melody and accompaniment together at the keyboard.
02Singing
Explore breath, pitch and expression through songs you enjoy.
03Guitar
Connect chords, melody and rhythm on the fretboard.
04Violin
Develop a clear bow stroke and a confident ear for pitch.
05Viola
Explore the viola’s lower register and learn to read alto clef.
06Cello
Explore the cello’s singing tone, from open strings to melodic lines.
07Flute
Develop a clear flute tone and shape a melody with your breath.
08Drums
Build timing and coordination around a groove.
09Music Theory
Make sense of the rhythms, harmonies and notation in your music.
Learn with purpose
Lessons can focus on musical enjoyment, technique, repertoire or exam preparation. Discuss your priorities with your teacher.
Build a lasting connection
Develop confidence and musical expression alongside the practical skills that help you enjoy making music.
Meet your teachers
Musicians. Mentors.
Your next inspiration.
Aleta Shang
Vocal · Piano
Grant Sambells
Guitar
Antonio Aguilar
Cello
Meiyi Song
Violin · Viola
Alex Tucker
Drums
Peggy Hong
Piano · Music theory
Joseph Koo
Piano
Alice Richards
Drums
Ian Zhang
Violin
Haixin Zhen
Vocal
Sophia Stratton
Drama
Toby Wong
Piano · Choir
Dennis Ritchie
Drums · Guitar · Ukulele
Discover the people behind your next chapter.
Step inside
A place to feel at home with music.
Take a look around our reception and piano rooms in Chatswood.
Your first steps
Let’s find your way into music.
Tell us your goals
Share your instrument, experience and what you hope to learn.
Find a suitable lesson
Our team will help you explore teachers and lesson options.
Plan your first visit
Confirm availability and lesson arrangements with our team.
Connected to the stage
A love of music,
beyond the lesson room.
Shaumet brings professional performance and music education together under one name. Discover the concerts and artists behind our wider musical world.
Explore our performances ↗A few things to know
Before your first lesson.
Can I enquire if I’m a complete beginner?
Yes. Tell us which instrument interests you and whether you have any previous experience, and we’ll help you explore a suitable starting point.
How do I choose a teacher?
Browse our teacher profiles for their instruments and musical backgrounds, or contact our team to discuss your goals and availability.
Do I need my own instrument?
Requirements depend on the instrument and your learning plans. Ask our team about equipment and practice arrangements before booking.
What ages do you teach?
Please include the learner’s age when enquiring so we can discuss suitable tuition and teacher availability.
How do I find out about fees and lesson times?
Contact our academy with your preferred instrument and availability. We’ll confirm current fees, lesson options and scheduling with you.
Shaumet Music Academy
Level 1, South Tower1–5 Railway Street
Chatswood NSW 2067
02 8201 3185
academy@shaumetmusic.com
Contact us before visiting to arrange a time and confirm access details.