Decibel Music School Teachers are fully qualified, Professional Musicians, Conservatorium trained, Experienced.
All teachers are registered with NSW Goverment Working with Children Check and Verified with the Office of the Children's Guardian
Only the Best Teachers get to become a Decibel Music Teacher, that is our Quality Guarantee.
Teachers are chosen not only for their impressive skills, but also for their caring & approachable nature.
Decibel Music School creates Music Lessons that students love. Call us now at (02) 8034 1534
All teachers are registered with NSW Goverment Working with Children Check and Verified with the Office of the Children's Guardian
Only the Best Teachers get to become a Decibel Music Teacher, that is our Quality Guarantee.
Teachers are chosen not only for their impressive skills, but also for their caring & approachable nature.
Decibel Music School creates Music Lessons that students love. Call us now at (02) 8034 1534
Principal - Giuseppe - Senior Violin Teacher
Giuseppe has been playing violin for over 37 years and studied Violin in Italy under the likes of Maestro Antonio de Secondi & compulsory piano with a degree from the Conservatorium of Music of Pescara in Italy. As a concert performer he has been playing under the direction of famous musicians & soundtrack composers like Martinolli, Gaslini and Pedrali. Giuseppe has also won several international violin competitions and is bilingual in Italian and English. He has broadened his skills in the creative fields by also being a registered Architect.
Giuseppe has been teaching violin in many Sydney schools from several years classical, gypsy, bluegrass, rock & pop genres enabling young and old to learn one or all styles of music. Well know in Sydney as a patient teacher & an inspiring violinist. Giuseppe has extensive experience preparing for the AMEB exams to the highest level with top AMEB exam results achieved consistently as well as HSC preparations with consistent Band 6 results & is now offering violin lessons in West Ryde at Decibel Music School. After years of teaching he observed the need for a much higher quality of teaching in Australia & Decibel Music School was born with only the best teachers, carefully selected, passionate, highly professional & results oriented.
Giuseppe has been playing violin for over 37 years and studied Violin in Italy under the likes of Maestro Antonio de Secondi & compulsory piano with a degree from the Conservatorium of Music of Pescara in Italy. As a concert performer he has been playing under the direction of famous musicians & soundtrack composers like Martinolli, Gaslini and Pedrali. Giuseppe has also won several international violin competitions and is bilingual in Italian and English. He has broadened his skills in the creative fields by also being a registered Architect.
Giuseppe has been teaching violin in many Sydney schools from several years classical, gypsy, bluegrass, rock & pop genres enabling young and old to learn one or all styles of music. Well know in Sydney as a patient teacher & an inspiring violinist. Giuseppe has extensive experience preparing for the AMEB exams to the highest level with top AMEB exam results achieved consistently as well as HSC preparations with consistent Band 6 results & is now offering violin lessons in West Ryde at Decibel Music School. After years of teaching he observed the need for a much higher quality of teaching in Australia & Decibel Music School was born with only the best teachers, carefully selected, passionate, highly professional & results oriented.
Joanne - School Operations Manager
Joanne is responsible for the smooth operation of Decibel Music School's branches and maintains a tight control over accounts management and reconciliation. She comes to Decibel after having worked as a Project Manager in Heritage Architecture where major projects were depending on her highly developed management and organizational skills with various stakeholders.
Joanne is now the School Operations Manager at Decibel Music School for both Sutherland & West Ryde music schools and continues to be integral in the maintenance and improvement of Decibel Music School's business practices.
Joanne is responsible for the smooth operation of Decibel Music School's branches and maintains a tight control over accounts management and reconciliation. She comes to Decibel after having worked as a Project Manager in Heritage Architecture where major projects were depending on her highly developed management and organizational skills with various stakeholders.
Joanne is now the School Operations Manager at Decibel Music School for both Sutherland & West Ryde music schools and continues to be integral in the maintenance and improvement of Decibel Music School's business practices.
Omid - Senior Piano & Keyboard /Theory
Omid is a piano teacher, theory tutor, and orchestral conductor. Omid’s curiosity and love for learning and performing is a part of what makes him a great teacher and his students have achieved many successes thanks to his nurturing guidance. Omid uses a flexible teaching style including techniques such as Suzuki, Orff, and AMEB methods.
He is currently undergoing a BMus in classical piano performance at the Australian Institute of Music, under the supervision of Dr Wojciech Wisniewski and Dr Suzanna Hlinka. He has performed piano at The Australian Hall, Sydney TAFE Gallery, and Sydney Town Hall and is multilingual in English, French, Farsi and basic Arabic.
He is also the assistant conductor of Fisher Ghost Youth Orchestra, guest conductor with the Sydney Male Voice Choir, and on a scholarship to study under Sara-Grace William’s supervision with The Metropolitan Orchestra. Soon to finish his degree, Omid hopes to continue further studying in piano performance and conduct internationally. Omid has several years of teaching experience and conducting and is able to bring the soul and meaning of each piece to life.
A great addition to Decibel Music School, Omid is now offering Piano and Theory lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Omid is a piano teacher, theory tutor, and orchestral conductor. Omid’s curiosity and love for learning and performing is a part of what makes him a great teacher and his students have achieved many successes thanks to his nurturing guidance. Omid uses a flexible teaching style including techniques such as Suzuki, Orff, and AMEB methods.
He is currently undergoing a BMus in classical piano performance at the Australian Institute of Music, under the supervision of Dr Wojciech Wisniewski and Dr Suzanna Hlinka. He has performed piano at The Australian Hall, Sydney TAFE Gallery, and Sydney Town Hall and is multilingual in English, French, Farsi and basic Arabic.
He is also the assistant conductor of Fisher Ghost Youth Orchestra, guest conductor with the Sydney Male Voice Choir, and on a scholarship to study under Sara-Grace William’s supervision with The Metropolitan Orchestra. Soon to finish his degree, Omid hopes to continue further studying in piano performance and conduct internationally. Omid has several years of teaching experience and conducting and is able to bring the soul and meaning of each piece to life.
A great addition to Decibel Music School, Omid is now offering Piano and Theory lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Perry - Senior Piano & Keyboard /Violin/Viola/Cello/Theory
Perry has been a violin/viola and piano teacher for over four decades, Chair of String Department for 7 years as well as conductor of the String Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra and Choir. Perry holds a Music Degree (BMus) majoring in Pedagogy and Performace at the Yerevan Conservatory Pedagogical Institute. During those years Perry gained vast knowledge and skills from many awarded teachers. She studied with Prof Harutunyan who was a student of Kogan the prize winner of H.Wieniaswski International Competition in Poland and Chair of String Department in Yerevan. During her studies in the Conservatory Pedagogical Institute she has been majoring in Violin and learning Piano for a decade as a compulsory instrument. Since 1979 Perry has worked extensively as a Piano/Violin/Viola teacher, Conductor of String Ensemble , Conductor of Choir. Perry has held the position of Chair of String Department in Yerevan and has won several awards recognizing her abilities. Perry has vast experience preparing students for AMEB exams to the highest level including HSC, Diploma and Bachelor Degrees. She brings with her four decades of experience having worked with local music schools, public and independent schools, specialized in classical music, in tertiary and international music education as well as an advisor to the Musical programs and String department. She encourages students' ability and appreciation of music through teaching instruments, theory, history and practical skills. Perry strives for all her students to attain excellence in music during their schooling and is now offering high level Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello and Theory lessons in West Ryde at Decibel Music School.
Perry has been a violin/viola and piano teacher for over four decades, Chair of String Department for 7 years as well as conductor of the String Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra and Choir. Perry holds a Music Degree (BMus) majoring in Pedagogy and Performace at the Yerevan Conservatory Pedagogical Institute. During those years Perry gained vast knowledge and skills from many awarded teachers. She studied with Prof Harutunyan who was a student of Kogan the prize winner of H.Wieniaswski International Competition in Poland and Chair of String Department in Yerevan. During her studies in the Conservatory Pedagogical Institute she has been majoring in Violin and learning Piano for a decade as a compulsory instrument. Since 1979 Perry has worked extensively as a Piano/Violin/Viola teacher, Conductor of String Ensemble , Conductor of Choir. Perry has held the position of Chair of String Department in Yerevan and has won several awards recognizing her abilities. Perry has vast experience preparing students for AMEB exams to the highest level including HSC, Diploma and Bachelor Degrees. She brings with her four decades of experience having worked with local music schools, public and independent schools, specialized in classical music, in tertiary and international music education as well as an advisor to the Musical programs and String department. She encourages students' ability and appreciation of music through teaching instruments, theory, history and practical skills. Perry strives for all her students to attain excellence in music during their schooling and is now offering high level Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello and Theory lessons in West Ryde at Decibel Music School.
Varsik - Senior Piano & Keyboard /Violin/Viola/Voice/Theory
Varsik began playing violin at the age of 7 in Armenia at the Sayat - Nova music school then she entered Tchaikovsky specialised music school for gifted students.
At the State Conservatorium of music Varsik received a scholarship where she studied in the class of Prof. Alexander Kosemyan the member of international acclaimed Komitas string quartet. After a first year of study at the Yerevan State Conservatorium of music Varsik moved to Australia and entered the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
Varsik graduated from the Sydney Conservatorium of music with a Bachelor and then Masters of Music Degree in Performance majoring in Violin. Piano was the second compulsory instrument.
During her studies Varsik had masterclasses with wonderful musicians from around the world such as Jurg Dahler (Zurich) (Pupil of Pinchas Zukerman), Rudolf Koelman (Zurich) (Last pupil of Jasha Heifetz), Walter Verdehr (U.S.A.) (Pupil of Prof. Ivan Galamian), Berent Kofker (London) (Assistant of Prof. Zakhar Bron), Charles Castleman (U.S.A.) (Pupil of Prof. Ivan Galamian), Charles Avsharian (U.S.A.) (Assistant of Prof. Ivan Galamian), Takacs String Quartet (Hungry /U.S.A.), St. Lawrence String Quartet (Canada), Borodin String Quartet (Russia)
Varsik was invited to perform A. Khachaturian’s Violin Concerto as a soloist with the SBS TV and Radio Youth Orchestra for the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the composer.
Varsik has 19 years of teaching experience in Violin/Viola/Piano/Vocal/Music theory and harmony. Her students have participated in AMEB exams, HSC as well as entering Conservatorium of music exams.
She also prepared students for Orchestral Auditions such as Sydney Youth Orchestra and SBS Youth Orchestra.
Varsik played with number of major Orchestras in Sydney such as Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Philharmonia and Choir Orchestra, Canberra Symphony Orchestra and with Click Music Company. Varsik taught at the Australian Institute of Music and is now now offering high level Piano, Violin, Viola, Singing and Theory lessons in West Ryde at Decibel Music School.
Varsik began playing violin at the age of 7 in Armenia at the Sayat - Nova music school then she entered Tchaikovsky specialised music school for gifted students.
At the State Conservatorium of music Varsik received a scholarship where she studied in the class of Prof. Alexander Kosemyan the member of international acclaimed Komitas string quartet. After a first year of study at the Yerevan State Conservatorium of music Varsik moved to Australia and entered the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
Varsik graduated from the Sydney Conservatorium of music with a Bachelor and then Masters of Music Degree in Performance majoring in Violin. Piano was the second compulsory instrument.
During her studies Varsik had masterclasses with wonderful musicians from around the world such as Jurg Dahler (Zurich) (Pupil of Pinchas Zukerman), Rudolf Koelman (Zurich) (Last pupil of Jasha Heifetz), Walter Verdehr (U.S.A.) (Pupil of Prof. Ivan Galamian), Berent Kofker (London) (Assistant of Prof. Zakhar Bron), Charles Castleman (U.S.A.) (Pupil of Prof. Ivan Galamian), Charles Avsharian (U.S.A.) (Assistant of Prof. Ivan Galamian), Takacs String Quartet (Hungry /U.S.A.), St. Lawrence String Quartet (Canada), Borodin String Quartet (Russia)
Varsik was invited to perform A. Khachaturian’s Violin Concerto as a soloist with the SBS TV and Radio Youth Orchestra for the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the composer.
Varsik has 19 years of teaching experience in Violin/Viola/Piano/Vocal/Music theory and harmony. Her students have participated in AMEB exams, HSC as well as entering Conservatorium of music exams.
She also prepared students for Orchestral Auditions such as Sydney Youth Orchestra and SBS Youth Orchestra.
Varsik played with number of major Orchestras in Sydney such as Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Philharmonia and Choir Orchestra, Canberra Symphony Orchestra and with Click Music Company. Varsik taught at the Australian Institute of Music and is now now offering high level Piano, Violin, Viola, Singing and Theory lessons in West Ryde at Decibel Music School.
Fran - Senior Piano & Keyboard
Fran has decades of experience in music education guiding multitudes of students either through the AMEB exam process or to play for enjoyment. Fran's students have consistently achieved high results each year. She always encourages her students to achieve their best and to recognise the value of their own progress. Fran is deeply interested in the fundamentals of piano technique and is regularly updating her knowledge, attending conferences here in Australia & at the prestigious Princeton University. A highly skilled communicator, her belief in treating every student as an individual leads her to continually develop strategies to guide each student throughout their musical journey. Her belief is that nobody is too old to start learning the piano, she cares deeply about every student & is dedicated not only to their progress but also to their enjoyment of learning to play a musical instrument. To have knowledge & skill is a great thing but to be able to pass it on is even greater. A very experienced teacher delivering excellent AMEB results & offering Piano lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Fran has decades of experience in music education guiding multitudes of students either through the AMEB exam process or to play for enjoyment. Fran's students have consistently achieved high results each year. She always encourages her students to achieve their best and to recognise the value of their own progress. Fran is deeply interested in the fundamentals of piano technique and is regularly updating her knowledge, attending conferences here in Australia & at the prestigious Princeton University. A highly skilled communicator, her belief in treating every student as an individual leads her to continually develop strategies to guide each student throughout their musical journey. Her belief is that nobody is too old to start learning the piano, she cares deeply about every student & is dedicated not only to their progress but also to their enjoyment of learning to play a musical instrument. To have knowledge & skill is a great thing but to be able to pass it on is even greater. A very experienced teacher delivering excellent AMEB results & offering Piano lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Linus - Piano & Keyboard
Linus has been playing piano since the age of 8. He started with classical piano before becoming interested in jazz and improvisation & began playing professionally in his first jazz band at the age of 15. He studied jazz piano at the Australian National University School of Music as well as the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, where he graduated with First Class Honours. During his studies he worked with some of Australia’s finest pianists, including Mike Nock, Judy Bailey, Matt McMahon, and Kevin Hunt. Linus now performs around Sydney in various bands, and also has his own contemporary jazz trio which he composes music for.
Linus is a friendly and calm teacher who aims to pass on a genuine love of music to his students. His piano lessons are tailored to each individual student’s natural skills and interests to ensure that every lesson is fun and interesting whilst ensuring quality and results are delivered, he is also heavily performing in numerous festivals, events and projects as well as being a regular in music venues, a well experienced musician teaching children & adults alike obtaining great results & now offering piano lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Linus has been playing piano since the age of 8. He started with classical piano before becoming interested in jazz and improvisation & began playing professionally in his first jazz band at the age of 15. He studied jazz piano at the Australian National University School of Music as well as the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, where he graduated with First Class Honours. During his studies he worked with some of Australia’s finest pianists, including Mike Nock, Judy Bailey, Matt McMahon, and Kevin Hunt. Linus now performs around Sydney in various bands, and also has his own contemporary jazz trio which he composes music for.
Linus is a friendly and calm teacher who aims to pass on a genuine love of music to his students. His piano lessons are tailored to each individual student’s natural skills and interests to ensure that every lesson is fun and interesting whilst ensuring quality and results are delivered, he is also heavily performing in numerous festivals, events and projects as well as being a regular in music venues, a well experienced musician teaching children & adults alike obtaining great results & now offering piano lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Lian - Piano & Keyboard
Lian has started her piano journey from the early age of 5 years old and attained ABRSM Grade 8 Piano and Theory of Music. She is a current student of Master of Creative Music Therapy of Western Sydney University. She is proficient in English, Cantonese and also Mandarin.
Lian is an energetic and creative music teacher who loves kids with several years of experience in teaching piano with students from 4 years old to young adults. She wishes to provide students a friendly, creative and happy music learning environment. Through the lessons Lian helps students to improve their musical skills and techniques, whilst also teaching students how to share and enjoy music. Lian is highly reputable among parents for her teaching method always emphasized on developing students’ interest in music as well as astonishing results achieved. Lian is a great and patient teacher now offering Piano and Keyboard lessons in Decibel Music School West Ryde.
Lian has started her piano journey from the early age of 5 years old and attained ABRSM Grade 8 Piano and Theory of Music. She is a current student of Master of Creative Music Therapy of Western Sydney University. She is proficient in English, Cantonese and also Mandarin.
Lian is an energetic and creative music teacher who loves kids with several years of experience in teaching piano with students from 4 years old to young adults. She wishes to provide students a friendly, creative and happy music learning environment. Through the lessons Lian helps students to improve their musical skills and techniques, whilst also teaching students how to share and enjoy music. Lian is highly reputable among parents for her teaching method always emphasized on developing students’ interest in music as well as astonishing results achieved. Lian is a great and patient teacher now offering Piano and Keyboard lessons in Decibel Music School West Ryde.
Nora – Piano & Keyboard
Nora started her musical journey at the tender age of five becoming a professional pianist & teacher with a Baccalaureate Diploma in Piano Playing & a Baccalaureate Diploma in Piano Teaching. A Full MTA (NSW) Member, Accredited Teacher. Each student is special, and every lesson is tailored to fit the students' needs and desires. Music is a source of joy and happiness and Nora loves sharing it with younger generations and inspiring/motivatingthem. Her experience in piano teaching for over a decade has been quite rewarding as she has seen many students grow and evolve not only on a musical level but on a personal level as well. After all it is a fact that music nurtures the individual and enhances brain development. Nora has experience in teaching children and adults alike and preparing also for examinations her teaching style offers a program which is tailored to each individual.
Nora started her musical journey at the tender age of five becoming a professional pianist & teacher with a Baccalaureate Diploma in Piano Playing & a Baccalaureate Diploma in Piano Teaching. A Full MTA (NSW) Member, Accredited Teacher. Each student is special, and every lesson is tailored to fit the students' needs and desires. Music is a source of joy and happiness and Nora loves sharing it with younger generations and inspiring/motivatingthem. Her experience in piano teaching for over a decade has been quite rewarding as she has seen many students grow and evolve not only on a musical level but on a personal level as well. After all it is a fact that music nurtures the individual and enhances brain development. Nora has experience in teaching children and adults alike and preparing also for examinations her teaching style offers a program which is tailored to each individual.
Jasmine – Flute & Piano
Jasmine has been playing the flute since the age of 10, and has learnt a variety of musical instruments including piccolo, piano, and baritone saxophone. For many years she has been involved in local ensemble groups and performances, as well as being a part of the Fisher’s Ghost Youth Orchestra as the 1st flute. She has spent time volunteering to perform at the Christadelphian Aged Care Facility, as well as orchestral performances at local public schools. She has experience teaching flute students for many years and thoroughly enjoys spreading passion and enthusiasm to all her students in piano as well as flute at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Jasmine is currently undergoing a Bachelor of Music in Classical Performance at the Australian Institute of Music, with the guidance of her teacher Nicola Crowe. She wishes to continue studying music in depth with a Masters of Music after the completion of her degree. She has received many achievements in her music career, including 3rd place in the Open Age Championship section of the Flute Eisteddfod held by the Flute Society of NSW, as well as Highly Commended in the 7th Grade and Above Unaccompanied section. In her schooling, she was the first Music Captain. She received the Flute Tutor Award twice in her last years at school, 1st place in the Preliminary Music course, and achieved a Band 6 in her HSC Music course. She also received the Outstanding Contribution to Music Award in both Primary and High School. She completed her AMEB Grade 2 Musicianship exam and received a High Distinction (A+), as well as an Honours (A) in her AMEB 6th Grade flute exam.
Jasmine has been playing the flute since the age of 10, and has learnt a variety of musical instruments including piccolo, piano, and baritone saxophone. For many years she has been involved in local ensemble groups and performances, as well as being a part of the Fisher’s Ghost Youth Orchestra as the 1st flute. She has spent time volunteering to perform at the Christadelphian Aged Care Facility, as well as orchestral performances at local public schools. She has experience teaching flute students for many years and thoroughly enjoys spreading passion and enthusiasm to all her students in piano as well as flute at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Jasmine is currently undergoing a Bachelor of Music in Classical Performance at the Australian Institute of Music, with the guidance of her teacher Nicola Crowe. She wishes to continue studying music in depth with a Masters of Music after the completion of her degree. She has received many achievements in her music career, including 3rd place in the Open Age Championship section of the Flute Eisteddfod held by the Flute Society of NSW, as well as Highly Commended in the 7th Grade and Above Unaccompanied section. In her schooling, she was the first Music Captain. She received the Flute Tutor Award twice in her last years at school, 1st place in the Preliminary Music course, and achieved a Band 6 in her HSC Music course. She also received the Outstanding Contribution to Music Award in both Primary and High School. She completed her AMEB Grade 2 Musicianship exam and received a High Distinction (A+), as well as an Honours (A) in her AMEB 6th Grade flute exam.
Sarah – Flute & Piano
Sarah has been playing and performing flute since she was 8 years old while developing also a passion for piano and singing. She attended the Australian International Conservatorium of Music and completed a Bachelor of Music in Classical Flute performance. Experienced in performing both solo and in flute ensembles, orchestras, bands and Eisteddfods, she also received Honours.
Been taught under Janet Webb principal flautist with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Jocelyn Fazzone who is one of the leading teachers of flute in NSW and Senior examiner for the AMEB NSW has given her a lot of knowledge and love for the instrument.
Sarah has experience teaching children and adults alike and the students who completed the AMEB practical examinations consistently passed with Honours or higher from grade 1 to grade 6.
Sarah loves to teach all different genres and grades of music and imparts her extensive knowledge to the students with enthusiasm. As a dedicated and passionate teacher she encourage her students to reach their full potential now offering flute lessons in Decibel Music School in West Ryde. With her strong passion for teaching flute at Decibel Music School in West Ryde she is a great addition to our dedicated Decibel team of teachers.
Sarah has been playing and performing flute since she was 8 years old while developing also a passion for piano and singing. She attended the Australian International Conservatorium of Music and completed a Bachelor of Music in Classical Flute performance. Experienced in performing both solo and in flute ensembles, orchestras, bands and Eisteddfods, she also received Honours.
Been taught under Janet Webb principal flautist with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Jocelyn Fazzone who is one of the leading teachers of flute in NSW and Senior examiner for the AMEB NSW has given her a lot of knowledge and love for the instrument.
Sarah has experience teaching children and adults alike and the students who completed the AMEB practical examinations consistently passed with Honours or higher from grade 1 to grade 6.
Sarah loves to teach all different genres and grades of music and imparts her extensive knowledge to the students with enthusiasm. As a dedicated and passionate teacher she encourage her students to reach their full potential now offering flute lessons in Decibel Music School in West Ryde. With her strong passion for teaching flute at Decibel Music School in West Ryde she is a great addition to our dedicated Decibel team of teachers.
Mateja - Violin
Born in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mostar) where she started learning violin at the age of 10.
After already two years of playing violin, she started having tours with international orchestras in Poland, Germany and many countries in Europe.
At the age of 14 she was called to study violin in Austria at the Conservatory of Music in Klagenfurt and in University of Music in Graz.
She attended many master-classes with several well known violin professors such as prof. Igor Ozim where she learned about music at the highest level. Mateja is also the winner of several international and national competitions.
Currently she is furthering her studies at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music achieving a Bachelor of Performance in Violin and offering violin lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Mateja has several years of experience teaching both children and adults with great success.
Born in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mostar) where she started learning violin at the age of 10.
After already two years of playing violin, she started having tours with international orchestras in Poland, Germany and many countries in Europe.
At the age of 14 she was called to study violin in Austria at the Conservatory of Music in Klagenfurt and in University of Music in Graz.
She attended many master-classes with several well known violin professors such as prof. Igor Ozim where she learned about music at the highest level. Mateja is also the winner of several international and national competitions.
Currently she is furthering her studies at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music achieving a Bachelor of Performance in Violin and offering violin lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde.
Mateja has several years of experience teaching both children and adults with great success.
Stef - Singing Teacher/Vocals, Piano
Stef has been singing for as long as she can remember, surrounded by choirs and choral groups all throughout her childhood, In her final years of High School she was the recipient of a Music scholarship for her vocal skill and musicianship.
Currently studying at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music after having secured a coveted place in the highly regarded jazz vocal program, Stef is mentored by such renowned jazz musicians as Virna Sanzone, James Greening, Matt McMahon, Kevin Hunt and Craig Scott.
Stef is also a former AIM graduate having completed a Diploma of Contemporary Music in 2017, her combined knowledge of Contemporary music and Jazz has given her an eclectic mix of knowledge and performance experience and allows her to tap into cornerstone skills from both genres.
Stef also enjoys playing live in her free time, performing at corporate events, weddings and bars throughout Sydney as part of an acoustic duo or with her Jazz band.
With a focus on technique, vocal health and developing performance confidence Stef has also completed the internationally respected Estill vocal training course detailing the anatomy, physiology, and acoustics of voice production. Stef utilises the Estill method and aids in helping her students discover their own unique style while expanding their musical knowledge, practical experience and exploring new and challenging repertoire. Enjoy high level singing lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde with Stef and learn quality with fun and enthusiasm.
Stef has been singing for as long as she can remember, surrounded by choirs and choral groups all throughout her childhood, In her final years of High School she was the recipient of a Music scholarship for her vocal skill and musicianship.
Currently studying at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music after having secured a coveted place in the highly regarded jazz vocal program, Stef is mentored by such renowned jazz musicians as Virna Sanzone, James Greening, Matt McMahon, Kevin Hunt and Craig Scott.
Stef is also a former AIM graduate having completed a Diploma of Contemporary Music in 2017, her combined knowledge of Contemporary music and Jazz has given her an eclectic mix of knowledge and performance experience and allows her to tap into cornerstone skills from both genres.
Stef also enjoys playing live in her free time, performing at corporate events, weddings and bars throughout Sydney as part of an acoustic duo or with her Jazz band.
With a focus on technique, vocal health and developing performance confidence Stef has also completed the internationally respected Estill vocal training course detailing the anatomy, physiology, and acoustics of voice production. Stef utilises the Estill method and aids in helping her students discover their own unique style while expanding their musical knowledge, practical experience and exploring new and challenging repertoire. Enjoy high level singing lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde with Stef and learn quality with fun and enthusiasm.
Caitlin - Cello, Piano/Keyboard, Theory
Caitlin has been playing cello since the age of 6 and later became interested in piano during high school. Throughout her schooling years she has been involved in many orchestras and string groups, as well as community and charity events. She has also performed both solo and as part of an ensemble, for example in the Sydney Eisteddfod. Alongside achieving her AmusA diploma Caitlin has been tutoring music for several years, gaining experience with students of all ages and at all levels, from complete beginner to intermediate. She strives to employ a teaching method which makes learning music an enjoyable activity that can be accessible to students of all levels and backgrounds. Caitlin is also currently studying computer science and history at Sydney University. Caitlin has experience in teaching children and adults alike and preparing also for examinations.
Caitlin's teaching style offers a program which is tailored to each individual. It is designed to not only engage and connect students, but to ensure in their steady improvement on the instrument. With a strong passion Caitlin is now offering cello, piano and theory lessons in West Ryde and will help you reach your musical pursuits whatever they may be.
Caitlin has been playing cello since the age of 6 and later became interested in piano during high school. Throughout her schooling years she has been involved in many orchestras and string groups, as well as community and charity events. She has also performed both solo and as part of an ensemble, for example in the Sydney Eisteddfod. Alongside achieving her AmusA diploma Caitlin has been tutoring music for several years, gaining experience with students of all ages and at all levels, from complete beginner to intermediate. She strives to employ a teaching method which makes learning music an enjoyable activity that can be accessible to students of all levels and backgrounds. Caitlin is also currently studying computer science and history at Sydney University. Caitlin has experience in teaching children and adults alike and preparing also for examinations.
Caitlin's teaching style offers a program which is tailored to each individual. It is designed to not only engage and connect students, but to ensure in their steady improvement on the instrument. With a strong passion Caitlin is now offering cello, piano and theory lessons in West Ryde and will help you reach your musical pursuits whatever they may be.
Jonny - Guitar
Jonny started learning the guitar as a teenager when one of his friends noticed him listening to Jimi Hendrix & loaned him an electric guitar. From there it became an obsession to replicate what he could hear from the famous recordings. His lessons started with a classically trained guitar teacher that enormously diversified his understanding and learning styles and would eventually round him into a very eclectic and technically competent player. Jonny has numerous certifications in music performance and focuses on all aspects of being a musician, from daily practice routines, repertoire & composition/songwriting to the importance of performing to audiences to build confidence and bring young talented musicians out of their shell & into a rewarding music career. Jonny has played in rock bands such as Flickertail currently signed to Golden Robot Records & have recently recorded with Producer Steve Balbi from NoiseWorks at The Grove Studios. Jonny's guitar styles are varied and include Blues, Blues Jazz, Rock N Roll, Rockabilly, Fingerstyle, Alternative Rock, Bluegrass, Irish Folk, Hard Rock & Heavy Metal. He also adores the Beatles. Jonny is teaching guitar lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde & is looking forward to meeting you.
Jonny started learning the guitar as a teenager when one of his friends noticed him listening to Jimi Hendrix & loaned him an electric guitar. From there it became an obsession to replicate what he could hear from the famous recordings. His lessons started with a classically trained guitar teacher that enormously diversified his understanding and learning styles and would eventually round him into a very eclectic and technically competent player. Jonny has numerous certifications in music performance and focuses on all aspects of being a musician, from daily practice routines, repertoire & composition/songwriting to the importance of performing to audiences to build confidence and bring young talented musicians out of their shell & into a rewarding music career. Jonny has played in rock bands such as Flickertail currently signed to Golden Robot Records & have recently recorded with Producer Steve Balbi from NoiseWorks at The Grove Studios. Jonny's guitar styles are varied and include Blues, Blues Jazz, Rock N Roll, Rockabilly, Fingerstyle, Alternative Rock, Bluegrass, Irish Folk, Hard Rock & Heavy Metal. He also adores the Beatles. Jonny is teaching guitar lessons at Decibel Music School in West Ryde & is looking forward to meeting you.
Jesse - Guitar
Jesse is studying for a Bachelors Degree at JMC Academy in Contemporary Music and Performance and has been achieving distinctions and high distinctions in the majority of subjects year after year. A passionate and enthusiastic guitar player who specializes in contemporary music styles, genres and playing techniques, which include but are not limited to rock, metal, blues, funk. Jesse has developed an understanding of theory, composition, improvisation and music analysis and is inspired by a variety of virtuoso guitar players that transpire in his understanding of the technical aspects of playing the instrument.
Jesse enjoys sharing his knowledge and love of music and tailors sessions to the students needs and desires. Lessons are mapped out for the student at the start of the lessons in order to achieve the students’ goals as a musician. A great addition to Decibel Music School Jesse in now offering guitar lessons in West Ryde an inspiring and passionate teacher.
Jesse is studying for a Bachelors Degree at JMC Academy in Contemporary Music and Performance and has been achieving distinctions and high distinctions in the majority of subjects year after year. A passionate and enthusiastic guitar player who specializes in contemporary music styles, genres and playing techniques, which include but are not limited to rock, metal, blues, funk. Jesse has developed an understanding of theory, composition, improvisation and music analysis and is inspired by a variety of virtuoso guitar players that transpire in his understanding of the technical aspects of playing the instrument.
Jesse enjoys sharing his knowledge and love of music and tailors sessions to the students needs and desires. Lessons are mapped out for the student at the start of the lessons in order to achieve the students’ goals as a musician. A great addition to Decibel Music School Jesse in now offering guitar lessons in West Ryde an inspiring and passionate teacher.
David L - Guitar,Bass,Ukulele,Mandolin,Banjo
David musical journey has wound through rock, folk, country, jazz, cabaret, musical theatre, blues, rockabilly and world music. A multi instrumentalist, he plays guitar, mandolin, banjo, bass, tin whistle and ukulele. He has been teaching almost as long as he’s been playing and as well as an impressive roster of individual students has taught at primary schools, high schools and at university level. David has had prestigious roles in music throughout Sydney such as Sessional Lecturer in Charge of the School of Arts and Sciences, Australian Catholic University; Lecturer in the Australian Institute of Music AIM with intense study of popular culture and the Arts, Roots and Contemporary Music.
Another high level addition to Decibel Music School and our promise for quality, an inspiring and motivated teacher with a wealth of knowledge. Enjoy David's professionalism weather guitar,bass,ukulele,mandolin,banjo lessons of high quality in West Ryde at Decibel Music School.
David musical journey has wound through rock, folk, country, jazz, cabaret, musical theatre, blues, rockabilly and world music. A multi instrumentalist, he plays guitar, mandolin, banjo, bass, tin whistle and ukulele. He has been teaching almost as long as he’s been playing and as well as an impressive roster of individual students has taught at primary schools, high schools and at university level. David has had prestigious roles in music throughout Sydney such as Sessional Lecturer in Charge of the School of Arts and Sciences, Australian Catholic University; Lecturer in the Australian Institute of Music AIM with intense study of popular culture and the Arts, Roots and Contemporary Music.
Another high level addition to Decibel Music School and our promise for quality, an inspiring and motivated teacher with a wealth of knowledge. Enjoy David's professionalism weather guitar,bass,ukulele,mandolin,banjo lessons of high quality in West Ryde at Decibel Music School.
Matt - Drums
Matt has been playing the drums for two decades and has been teaching students to from Kindergarten up to HSC level for the last 10 of those years.
He has a Bachelor of Arts with a major in music and a minor in education from Avondale collage,
He also has a bachelor of music (contemporary performance) from the Australian Institute of Music.
He has played in a number of bands such as the rock band " The Tillegra Damned, the folk band "Bears with Guns both of which have been sent overseas for performances and is the current drummer for Sydney based metal band "Flaming wreckage".
Matt has a wealth of experience in drumming, teaching and performing and is a Friendly, Fun and Enthusiastic drum teacher for students of all ages , drum lessons in West Ryde are now awesome at Decibel Music School!
Matt has been playing the drums for two decades and has been teaching students to from Kindergarten up to HSC level for the last 10 of those years.
He has a Bachelor of Arts with a major in music and a minor in education from Avondale collage,
He also has a bachelor of music (contemporary performance) from the Australian Institute of Music.
He has played in a number of bands such as the rock band " The Tillegra Damned, the folk band "Bears with Guns both of which have been sent overseas for performances and is the current drummer for Sydney based metal band "Flaming wreckage".
Matt has a wealth of experience in drumming, teaching and performing and is a Friendly, Fun and Enthusiastic drum teacher for students of all ages , drum lessons in West Ryde are now awesome at Decibel Music School!
Steve - Drums
As a drummer singer Steve has been playing music for over a decade. Steve attended the Australian Performing Arts Grammar School where he was enrolled as a scholarship student. During his time there, he achieved a Band 6 in Music I during his HSC and was listed in the NESA Distinguished Achievers Merit list for 2018. Currently studying a Bachelor of Music at JMC Academy and performing all around Sydney for a number of years as well as performances in Melbourne and Queensland with the band S3 Saba Brothers. Steve is very excited to implement his very unique teaching style and inject his passion. Music is his life and either performing, recording, songwriting or teaching Steve puts in all his efforts to get the best possible result for all involved. A very passionate teacher Steve and a great addition to the team now offering drum lessons in West Ryde at Decibel Music School.
As a drummer singer Steve has been playing music for over a decade. Steve attended the Australian Performing Arts Grammar School where he was enrolled as a scholarship student. During his time there, he achieved a Band 6 in Music I during his HSC and was listed in the NESA Distinguished Achievers Merit list for 2018. Currently studying a Bachelor of Music at JMC Academy and performing all around Sydney for a number of years as well as performances in Melbourne and Queensland with the band S3 Saba Brothers. Steve is very excited to implement his very unique teaching style and inject his passion. Music is his life and either performing, recording, songwriting or teaching Steve puts in all his efforts to get the best possible result for all involved. A very passionate teacher Steve and a great addition to the team now offering drum lessons in West Ryde at Decibel Music School.
