ABOUT US

Sunshine Music Lessons strives to instill the joy of playing music while unlocking the potential of our students both as musicians and as confident individuals.

Our experienced teachers bring an upbeat and fun approach towards the art of music education. This approach encourages students to thrive while facilitating a lifelong love of learning. Private music lessons are an important tool for children to learn key life skills through positive practice experiences and persistent encouragement. In a nurturing environment our students develop self-confidence, discipline, problem solving skills, creativity and a drive to succeed. This philosophy also carries through to other areas of life and provides them with the skills to become natural-born leaders.

Here at Sunshine Music lessons we are passionate about what we do. A carefully curated selection of experienced teachers place us at the forefront of private music education. A high-quality and dedicated private teacher can make a powerful impact on your child’s experience with an instrument. The quality of our instruction coupled with a thoughtfully curated approach to teaching distinguishes Sunshine Music Lessons as an unique music school. Our teachers are accomplished musicians and performers driven by their love of music and a devotion to student development. We teach all ages with a specialization in children's education. Our Mini Maestro preschool program has an excellent range of preschool and primary school music immersion activities geared specifically towards younger children.

Sunshine Music Lessons for Preschool and Children

online or in person childrens music lessons

LOCATION

Distance should not be a barrier to a great musical education. We are Sydney-based but serve Australia-wide.

All online lessons are conducted via zoom. According to the student’s musical goals and interests we match a qualified and suitable teacher who services your area from our team.

For more information feel free to contact us.

Our Teachers

NATALIE
Voice, piano, songwriting, guitar, ukulele

Natalie’s enthusiasm for teaching music shines in the studio where she strives to bring out the best in each and every one of her students. Her strong focus on collaboration between the parent, student and teacher achieves amazing results for many young students. A bubbly and fun personality means students have lots of fun learning music with Miss Natalie!

An internationally acclaimed performer, composer and educator, Natalie has over 10 years of diverse teaching experience. Her education includes a Bachelor of Music (Jazz Voice 2012) at Sydney Conservatorium and a Master of Music (Jazz Voice 2016) at New England Conservatory of Music (Boston USA). Natalie has taught at private schools in Sydney, the Australian Institute of Music (Sydney) and internationally at Lyceum Kennedy French American School and Avenues: The World School (New York City).

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FRANCESCA
Piano

Francesca is an experienced music educator and with a nurturing approach to the teaching craft. Years of hands-on teaching experience made her into a highly versatile teacher focusing on all aspects of pianist musicianship including technique, theory, harmony, rhythm, composition, ear training and sight reading. Her students range from five years old to undergraduates and seniors. Francesca graduated from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music in 2012 (BMus) and New York University in 2018 (MMus), during which time she taught for two years as an adjunct piano instructor. Francesca has performed in Indonesia, Australia and the United States at various jazz venues and festivals to critical acclaim.

MICHAEL
Alto Saxophone

With a personality as fun and vibrant as his playing, Michael is in in demand as both an educator and artist.

Michael Griffin is a critically acclaimed Sydney-based Saxophonist. His performance experience is diverse ranging from the Sydney Opera House to New York’s Dizzy's Coca Cola. He has performed alongside Australian jazz music legends James Morrison and James Muller.

JODIE
Drums

A decade of teaching experience combined with a a fresh and fun approach make Jodie a hit with students of all ages.

Jodie Michael is a highly accomplished drummer and bandleader. A graduate of Sydney Conservatorium of Music (BMus Jazz Performance), she has since performed around Australia and has appeared at festivals including Panama Jazz Festival 2019. In 2018 she completed the renowned Berklee College of Music’s Global Jazz Masters program (Boston, USA) on a full scholarship.

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Testimonials

“Natalie does an amazing job with engaging children through a hands-on approach to teaching and music. Our daughter has been learning piano with Natalie since age 3 and her skill & passion for making music blossoms with each lesson.”

— Michael Carroll, Brooklyn NY (preschool program & piano student Aurelia, 5 years old)

“Natalie has been my son's piano teacher since she started at Avenues 2 years ago. She has been a joy to work with. Her teaching style is very much focused on collaboration with both the parent and student and fostering the student's interest in music and musicality. My son really looks forward to his sessions with Natalie every week.”

— Wei Liou, Manhattan NY (Avenues piano student Ryder, 8 years old)

“Ms. Natalie’s teaching style makes piano so fun and accessible for our child. She’s a skilled guide who covers all aspects of learning music and Amelia has made remarkable progress working with Ms. Natalie.”

— Lisa Gaulke, Brooklyn NY (piano student Amelia, 5 years old)

“Ms. Natalie is really nice and caring. She teaches me piano amazingly, and always encourages me while I play a song on the piano. I love how she always listens nicely and gives the best support. I love how she always has fun things planned and always teaches me new facts and different kinds of amazingly interesting stuff! She always has amazing songs to play, and games to have fun in! She has the best ideas and I always have fun when I am with her! She plans the most exciting things and you could never be bored around her! She is the best piano teacher and I learn so much new stuff with her!.”

— Leyla Inaltong, Manhattan NY (Avenues piano student, 7 years old)

“Natalie is like the ‘Mary Poppins’ of pre-k music teachers. My 4 year-old loves his ukulele lessons so much that he asks for a lesson with her every day!”