Brief History -

Hello! I am Phoebe, and I started learning piano as a child. The beginning of my musical journey was higgelty piggelty as I had a string of teachers who didn’t pass on a love or joy of music, which I believe is essential. Hence, I desire to pass on the joy of music (regardless of how tricky and complicated it can sometimes be!).

I have just completed my Bachelor of Music, majoring in classical piano performance at UTas. At the Conservatorium, I studied piano under Shan Deng, who passed on a love for improving my technical abilities and enabled a deeper understanding of my natural ability to express with the music.

I have a particular love for classical music and anything very expressive, emotional and/or contemplative. There is a world of different styles and emotions in classical music, and they all have a depth that is a joy to explore and discover. If you have a complicated feeling needing expression, I am sure you can find a classical piece to express it.
As much as I love classical music, I am comfortable teaching other genres at a beginner level. In fact, I would prefer to introduce my beginner students to a range of styles so that they can find something best suited to them.

Teaching Philosophy -

My teaching philosophy is to enable my students to enjoy playing the music they wish to learn. I focus on expression, technical abilities, and theory in my lessons. I believe that music becomes more fun when you have the knowledge and technical ability to express what you want. I like to tailor my teaching methods towards the learning style of my students. I am happy to teach for classical AMEB exams and piano for leisure AMEB exams (currently up to grade 6 or 7, but can go further) or for no exams at all! I like teaching all ages, but I am particularly good with children.