James Carter

If you are looking for the best education in piano, look no further. I am here to guide you in the right direction.

Are looking for a teacher that is fun, motivating and great with people? I am here to give you that experience in music.

Do you dream of playing the piano like Elton John, John Legend, Beethoven, Coldplay, Alicia Keys or even the latest Ed Sheehan pop song? I am here to show you the way.

I run my lessons in a fun modern manner rather than the old conventinal way. I have developed methods that excels the students progress to the next level in the shortest amount of time. My lessons are tailored to meet each individuals needs. I cater for all stylistic preferences, whilst developing the important foundations of technique, knowledge and repertoire.

I am very passionate about teaching music, I'm always developing and creating the best methods that result in making the piano easy, fun and entertaining. please see below to see a range of music apps that I highly recommend. These are apps that I use with my students to make their time engaging and enjoyable.

My background of studying piano under highly regarded pianists including, Simon Stone, Ben Grayson and Vaughan Wilson, Holding a high distinction and honors in a.m.e.b piano. Over the years I have run a successful music business in Melbourne teaching many keen students and this has given me a thorough understanding on how to present the information to each student making it easy for them to understand. As a teacher my main goal is to inspire and encourage my students which results in fast progress.

Subjects and styles to learn

• Classical Piano

• Pop & Rock Piano

• Blues & Jazz Piano

• Contemporary and modern Piano

• How to sing and play piano

• How to read music

• Theory & Musicianship

• Technique

• Graded Piano Books to get you ready for exams

• Composition / how to to create your own song/piece

• Music Production with Logic or Garage Band