Private & Group Music Lessons
Annette’s Music Studio provides private and group music lessons on a weekly basis for children and adults, with special rates for Senior Citizens. Private music lessons are available for Violin, Piano, Singing, Viola, Cello, Double Bass and Theory, and Group music lessons for Violin, Viola and Cello (3-8 students per lesson); and Piano (3-4 students per lesson). The Studio services Brisbane’s north-side, from our studio located in Ferny Hills. We do not conduct lessons outside of our studio. All lessons are provided by Annette.
Private lessons – approximately 30 minutes, 45 minutes or 60 minutes in length and are held once per week. 1 student may learn 1 or 2 instruments, 2 siblings may share the lesson each week – learning same or different instrument – learning at the same time or using lesson 1/2 1/2.
Group lessons have limited spaces available. All lessons are approximately 30 minutes in length and are held once per week.
Lessons are scheduled during school terms and are available during the day (for adults and for children who are not in school yet) and in the afternoons after school (for children who are at school only).
All lessons are provided weekly. Fortnightly lessons are not available.
Private Music Lessons
Commencement ages (approximate)
Piano/keyboard – from 3 years old – trial lesson is recommended for children aged 3-5.
Violin and Viola – from 4 years old.
Cello – from 5 years old.
Singing – from 6 years old (reading is not required at younger age).
A free 5-10 minute trial is offered to children from 3-5 years of age who wish to commence piano/keyboard lessons. Student should know their alphabet A-G, numbers 1-5, and be able to use their fingers independently.
All students will need their own instrument for lessons and practicing at home. Piano/digital pianos are available for use in the studio for piano students.
Fees 2025 Fees are $52.80 per half hour and include GST. Invoices are issued on a term basis and are payable before lessons/term commences. Fees will increase slightly from 1 July 2025.
Adult lessons Annette’s Studio also provides adult beginner lessons on Piano, Violin, Singing, Viola, Cello and Double Bass. The Studio is a child-friendly environment, so adult learners may bring their little ones along to lessons if need be. Adult lesson times are available on week days during school hours, early evening during the week, as well as on Saturday mornings.
*Senior lessons are for Senior citizens. If you have a Queensland Seniors Citizen Card, enjoy discounted lessons at $47.30 per half hour on Piano, Violin, Singing, Viola, Cello or Double Bass. No previous experience is necessary! Come along and enjoy yourself. Lessons are held in the Studio in Ferny Hills only. Fees can be paid at each lesson attended and are not required in advance. Lessons are on a weekly basis, or can be attended casually.
Terms and Conditions Please contact Annette for Terms and Conditions.
Further information Please contact Annette for further information.
Group Music Lessons
Annette’s Studio offers group music tuition in Piano and Strings (Violin, Viola and Cello) to children from approximately 8-18 years of age (not suitable for younger children). Please contact Annette to register your interest. Class sizes are limited so please secure your spot. Group singing lessons not available at this time.
Students are able to join the group lessons at any time during the term.
If you are a beginner and before you join a group music lesson, it is recommended that you have at least 2 private lessons to gain a good introduction on your instrument. Private lessons are $52.80 per half hour and can be paid by cash at the lesson or bank transfer.
Students who have learnt their instrument previously may join a group lesson at any time, and a private lesson is recommended to see their level of playing.
Group lessons for Piano and Strings run for approximately thirty (30) minutes, and are held once per week. Fortnightly lessons are not available.
All students will need their own instrument for lessons and practicing at home. Piano/digital pianos are available for use in the studio for piano students.
Fees 2025
Piano fees are $29.70 per half hour lesson (3-4 students per lesson).
String fees are $27.50 per half hour lesson (3-8 students per lesson).
Invoices are issued on a term basis and are payable before lessons/term commences.
Fees will increase slightly from 1 July 2025.
Timetable 2025
Requirements for Lessons
Strings
String lessons are lots of fun! Violin, viola, cello and double bass. Students will learn correct playing techniques, and are exposed to many different musical styles including, but not limited to, classical, folk, country, jazz, musical theatre, contemporary and world-wide music. Students can learn for fun or to set a goal of doing an exam. If students are learning at school, they may bring along their books and ensemble music for extra help and guidance. All group students will be involved in a small string ensemble which is a part of their lesson, as well as learning some musical theory. All lessons are taught by Annette. String students will need the following:
- Instrument (hire or buy – details will be given)
- 1 learning book and 1 theory book (details will be given)
- display folder
- shoulder rest (violin/viola)
- rock stop/black hole (cello/double bass)
- rosin
- cleaning cloth
- bag to keep music in
- music stand (use at home)
- short nails
Piano
Piano lessons with an emphasis on fun! Students will learn correct playing techniques, and are exposed to many different musical styles including, but not limited to, classical, folk, country, jazz, musical theatre, contemporary and world-wide music. Students can learn for fun or to set a goal of doing an exam. All lessons are taught by Annette. Piano students will need the following:
- piano/theory books (details will be given)
- piano/keyboard to practice on at home
- display folder
- bag to keep music in
- short nails
Singing
Children will learn correct singing techniques and will learn how to sing and use their voice in several different styles including, but not limited to, classical, folk, musical theatre, jazz and contemporary. Lessons are engaging, educational and most of all, fun! All lessons are taught by Annette. Singing students are required to have a display folder to bring to each lesson, as well as a theory book and water bottle.
