Great Lakes Academy of Music in Forster, New South Wales | Music school

Great Lakes Academy of Music

Locality: Forster, New South Wales

Address: Endeavour Court 2428 Forster, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.glamusic.com.au

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25.01.2022 I know a cat whod love to give this a try!

25.01.2022 Trial lessons now available for children who are keen to start lessons in 2021. Creative kids vouchers welcome. Contact Katherine via messenger or leave a message on 0411 140 627

25.01.2022 I know a cat who'd love to give this a try!

24.01.2022 For something a little different, here’s our own Miss Mili during her recent Grade 4 Trumpet Exam. Emilia’s hard work learning both in person, and online, paid off with a well deserved score of 95%, First Class Honours. And now our household can move on to new pieces too..... hooray!

24.01.2022 Don't forget your $100 Creative Kids Voucher can be used towards Term 1 fees. Claim via the service nsw website and then email a copy of your voucher to [email protected]

24.01.2022 So many certificates heading home to this family! Congratulations to Maxim, Dylan and Camden who all earned First Class Honors on their Grade 1 Theory exams. Maxim also received Honors for Grade 2 Modern Piano. Well done boys!

23.01.2022 Making music a priority.... and seeing the improvements in behaviour, resilience and learning. We need more of this!

23.01.2022 Congratulations to our students from Holy Name & Pacific Palms who earned their 30 piece challenge medals last week. Keep up the great practice over the holidays

22.01.2022 This week we're celebrating our students outstanding results in our recent ANZCA theory, piano and cornet exams. This smiling face and I have been enjoying lessons together for many years so there may have been some squeals of delight when her certificate arrived in my mail. First Class Honours (with a mark of 96!) for Grade One Piano. So proud!

22.01.2022 Lessons as normal this week! As always, we're disinfecting instruments between students and encourage all children to wash their hands before they arrive at the lesson. Please DO NOT send a sick child to their lesson. In the last two weeks I've taught children with coughs, colds, temperatures and very runny noses :( I won't attend lessons if I know I'm unwell and I'd ask that you show the same respect for myself, my family and all the other students that I see each week. We're anticipating there will be some disruption to face to face lessons in the coming weeks. Lessons will still continue each week but they may be in the form of practice packs that are emailed to parents or online lessons. Fingers crossed it won't come to that!

22.01.2022 What a week weve had at the Taree Instrumental Eisteddfod! Congratulations to all of our students who participated. I knew your performances would be fabulous.... but the way you all supported each other and behaved on Thursday blew me away! I saw a very nervous older student take the hand of a young beginner and then supported him until his performance. There was a fan club waiting to congratulate Marcus when he returned. There were high fives happening across the stage at... one point. Our youngest students even managed to contain their McDonalds sugar highs to listen respectfully to the afternoon performances! It is a privilege to play a small part in these childrens lives. Theyre destined for great things... musical and beyond! ... and apologies to my older students. I cant post your photos because theres a few other competitors in them and we need to respect their privacy. Feel free to send me any videos or photos. Id love to see them!

21.01.2022 BUSKERS WANTED Wharf street FORSTER is looking for enthusiastic, viberant Buskers to perform in Wharf Street in January If this is you please send us a message or comment below for more details PLEASE SHARE

21.01.2022 Lessons as normal this week! As always, were disinfecting instruments between students and encourage all children to wash their hands before they arrive at the lesson. Please DO NOT send a sick child to their lesson. In the last two weeks Ive taught children with coughs, colds, temperatures and very runny noses :( I wont attend lessons if I know Im unwell and Id ask that you show the same respect for myself, my family and all the other students that I see each week. Were anticipating there will be some disruption to face to face lessons in the coming weeks. Lessons will still continue each week but they may be in the form of practice packs that are emailed to parents or online lessons. Fingers crossed it wont come to that!

21.01.2022 Hoping all these smiley faces are having a lovely break! Im almost ready to tackle the timetable for 2020, so if you havent returned your registration form please do so over the weekend. At this stage, we have limited vacancies available for piano lessons during school hours at Holy Name & Pacific Palms Primary. Our after school timetable is fully booked.... but youre welcome to register your interest and well let you know if a lesson time becomes available.

20.01.2022 3 years ago a parent enquired about lessons, saying "I think he's quite talented. He's been learning from you tube and playing our organ at home". To be honest, I cringe when I hear 'learning from you tube' and couldn't imagine any 12 year old finding an organ that inspiring And then along came Jock Sweeney! 3 years later.... and he's just earned 93.5 on his first piano exam. Grade 5, no less! He performed a boogie, a blues piece, a Chopin Waltz and a Bob Dylan classic. What an amazing gift this fabulous young man has. Congratulations Jock. So proud!!

20.01.2022 Congratulations to Perla who’s consistent practice and dedication earned her an incredible score of 97%, First Class Honours, in her Grade 5 Modern Piano exam. The examiner gave full marks for this performance and was so pleased to hear Chopin played with such conviction and sensitivity. This year I had the privilege of being in the exam room to record each performance and this was the first of many WOW moments during Perla’s exam. Very proud of you Perla - great work!

20.01.2022 Congratulations to Isabella Ragno who received another First Class Honors (94.5/100) for her Grade 2 Piano Exam. She holds the record for FCH in prelim, grade 1 and grade 2 theory PLUS grade 1 and 2 practical. Huge Achievement Isabella. Well done!!

20.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing all our little musicians next week!

20.01.2022 We're back to it tomorrow. It may only be a short 8 week term.... but we're cramming a lot in! * Theory Exams this Wednesday - 9am * Practical Exams Friday 1st November and just a few weeks left to earn your medal in the 30 piece challenge.... A big welcome to all our new students joining us this term. Don't forget to send through your Creative Kids Voucher and we'll apply it to your fees!

19.01.2022 Its time for an upgrade in the studio.... fantastic piano that would suit any of our students!

19.01.2022 A fascinating insight into the benefits of learning a musical instrument.

19.01.2022 Don't forget - We're a registered provider for the Creative Kids program. You can redeem your child's $100 voucher with us and create something great! If you dont have a voucher, please visit service.nsw.gov.au.

17.01.2022 The Term 2 timetable is almost full! If you'd like to join us for piano or guitar lessons in Term 2 please call Katherine on 0411 140 627 or send us a message today. Lessons are available during school hours at Holy Name & Pacific Palms Primary School. There's just one vacancy left in our studio after school!

17.01.2022 If you have a moment please get behind our local Samuel Brett Nelson Kickstart foundation. They're doing many amazing things for children in our community including offering the chance to learn music - which we all know is a fabulous skill and outlet for our young people. Click the link and select the tiny little blue arrow at the bottom.

16.01.2022 What a week we've had at the Taree Instrumental Eisteddfod! Congratulations to all of our students who participated. I knew your performances would be fabulous.... but the way you all supported each other and behaved on Thursday blew me away! I saw a very nervous older student take the hand of a young beginner and then supported him until his performance. There was a fan club waiting to congratulate Marcus when he returned. There were high five's happening across the stage at... one point. Our youngest students even managed to contain their McDonald's sugar highs to listen respectfully to the afternoon performances! It is a privilege to play a small part in these children's lives. They're destined for great things... musical and beyond! ... and apologies to my older students. I can't post your photo's because there's a few other competitors in them and we need to respect their privacy. Feel free to send me any videos or photo's. I'd love to see them!

16.01.2022 We may have been quiet on Facebook this term..... but theres been plenty going on in the schools and studio! Theres been fun and games, lots of exam preparation and a new piano thats got all the afternoon students excited! Stay tuned for more videos in coming weeks....

15.01.2022 Finally some good news! After 11 weeks of online lessons (and another 3 to go) we're finally allowed to take our lessons back into the public schools next term. Hooray! Hopefully a decision from the Catholic schools won't be too far away either. The online lessons have been a huge success but we're all ready to get back to 'normal' lessons. I certainly won't miss saying "hold your book up. A little lower. Too Low. step back...is that pen?.... why did you use pen?...."

15.01.2022 It's (finally) exam week! This hard working pianist is putting the finishing touches on Daniel McFarlane's 'Sneak Attack' for his ANZCA preliminary exam. This is always a favourite with primary school boys.... I'm not sure why?

15.01.2022 We may have been quiet on Facebook this term..... but there's been plenty going on in the schools and studio! There's been fun and games, lots of exam preparation and a new piano that's got all the afternoon students excited! Stay tuned for more videos in coming weeks....

15.01.2022 This week were celebrating our students outstanding results in our recent ANZCA theory, piano and cornet exams. This smiling face and I have been enjoying lessons together for many years so there may have been some squeals of delight when her certificate arrived in my mail. First Class Honours (with a mark of 96!) for Grade One Piano. So proud!

15.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing everyone in person (from a safe distance) this week! We have a couple of vacancies at Holy Name & Pacific Palms. We've also opened the waiting list again for lessons after school. Don't forget you can use your child's $100 Creative Kids Voucher towards lessons in Term 3. For more info, message via facebook or call Katherine on 0411 140 627.

13.01.2022 Term 3 ... here we go. Looking forward to seeing all our young musicians this week. Don't forget, Term 3 fees & exam entries were due last Friday. If there's any problems, just give me a call.

11.01.2022 Term 3 ... here we go. Looking forward to seeing all our young musicians this week. Dont forget, Term 3 fees & exam entries were due last Friday. If theres any problems, just give me a call.

11.01.2022 Were back to it tomorrow. It may only be a short 8 week term.... but were cramming a lot in! * Theory Exams this Wednesday - 9am * Practical Exams Friday 1st November and just a few weeks left to earn your medal in the 30 piece challenge.... A big welcome to all our new students joining us this term. Dont forget to send through your Creative Kids Voucher and well apply it to your fees!

11.01.2022 3 years ago a parent enquired about lessons, saying "I think hes quite talented. Hes been learning from you tube and playing our organ at home". To be honest, I cringe when I hear learning from you tube and couldnt imagine any 12 year old finding an organ that inspiring And then along came Jock Sweeney! 3 years later.... and hes just earned 93.5 on his first piano exam. Grade 5, no less! He performed a boogie, a blues piece, a Chopin Waltz and a Bob Dylan classic. What an amazing gift this fabulous young man has. Congratulations Jock. So proud!!

11.01.2022 A big welcome back to Term 2. Weve hit the ground running with final Eisteddfod and exam preparations. Remember to check your childs folder for all the info you need! Ive sent home the Eisteddfod program for our Thursday competitors.... but dont forget to check out the program for the entire week. Lots of great performances lined up! https://tareeeisteddfod.com.au/instrumental-bands/

11.01.2022 Lessons resume for Term 4 today! We hope everyone's had a relaxing break and we're looking forward to welcoming new students this week. Term 4 is all about exams, end of year recordings and finishing the year with lots of fun. Don't forget to check the Tonara app for homework and messages each week! (Photo added because, well, what could be better than new puppies and students practicing in the holidays?!)

09.01.2022 More exam success this week. Congratulations to Maxim who was awarded Honours in his Grade 3 piano exam. Maxim performed a Tango, a Boogie and a fabulous arrangement of the theme from Mission Impossible. Well Done Maxim!

07.01.2022 Piano teacher humour.... this one gets played every half hour, all week!

07.01.2022 Dont forget - Were a registered provider for the Creative Kids program. You can redeem your childs $100 voucher with us and create something great! If you dont have a voucher, please visit service.nsw.gov.au.

07.01.2022 Flashback to lessons 4 years ago... my how they've all grown!

07.01.2022 If your child is preparing for their theory or practical exams.... this app is a must! Search "ANZCA" and use the flashcards to quiz all of the theory terminology.

06.01.2022 Finally some good news! After 11 weeks of online lessons (and another 3 to go) were finally allowed to take our lessons back into the public schools next term. Hooray! Hopefully a decision from the Catholic schools wont be too far away either. The online lessons have been a huge success but were all ready to get back to normal lessons. I certainly wont miss saying "hold your book up. A little lower. Too Low. step back...is that pen?.... why did you use pen?...."

06.01.2022 Congratulations Jonathan - First Class Honours for Grade 2! And just a casual score of 96%, squeezed in between representative sport and busy Year 6 life

05.01.2022 Couldn't be prouder of our Holy Name exam students! They all earned First Class Honours in their theory exams (that's scores of 95-100%). Honours and First Class Honours for their prac exams too. Well done team!

04.01.2022 Here’s another fabulous achievement from an exam student. Miss Mia earned a score of 95%, First Class Honours, in her Grade one Modern Piano Exam. After spending Term 2 learning online, Mia put in an amazing effort to prepare all her exam work in time for the exam. Congratulations Mia on your fabulous exam day performances.

04.01.2022 Enrolments are now open for 2021! Come and join the fun at Holy Name, Pacific Palms Primary or after school in our studio

04.01.2022 An oldie, but a goodie for our ANZCA Preliminary Theory Students. 4 lessons to go until exams.... so lock these in the memory bank ASAP!

04.01.2022 A big welcome back to Term 2. We've hit the ground running with final Eisteddfod and exam preparations. Remember to check your child's folder for all the info you need! I've sent home the Eisteddfod program for our Thursday competitors.... but don't forget to check out the program for the entire week. Lots of great performances lined up! https://tareeeisteddfod.com.au/instrumental-bands/

03.01.2022 Update: Sorry everyone, no lessons this week! Were heading online from next week. More info coming via email later this week. ---------------------- After the PMs announcement earlier tonight, it looks like were still OK to continue lessons for now. However, for the safety of all our students and families this will be our last week of face-to-face lessons. From 30th March were going to take all the same fun, games and learning online by video conferencing our weekly le...ssons on Zoom. My heart is just breaking tonight for all our families and locals who are making tough decisions about the future of their businesses. Im so privileged to be able to stay as a constant in your childrens lives while so many other things are changing. Music is powerful and I hope your child finds some comfort and routine in their lessons while we get through the next few months. Please check your emails in the morning for all the details. Take care and please ask for help if you need it! Katherine xx

03.01.2022 Dont forget your $100 Creative Kids Voucher can be used towards Term 1 fees. Claim via the service nsw website and then email a copy of your voucher to [email protected]

03.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing some of our talented musicians in action on Tuesday night. Charli, Isabella, Jock, Ellie and those who thought I didn't know they were performing ;) .... you're amazing. Enjoy it!

02.01.2022 The Term 2 timetable is almost full! If youd like to join us for piano or guitar lessons in Term 2 please call Katherine on 0411 140 627 or send us a message today. Lessons are available during school hours at Holy Name & Pacific Palms Primary School. Theres just one vacancy left in our studio after school!

02.01.2022 Congratulations Chloe! First Class Honours in her theory exam AND Honours in her practical exam. Can't wait to see what this little musician comes up with next year

02.01.2022 Check out those smiles We had many students returning to normal lessons in the studio and at schools this week. After 12 weeks of learning online I think we're all very happy to be back!

02.01.2022 More celebrations with Eddie and Madeline both earning First Class Honours for their Preliminary theory exams. Thank you Jock Sweeney for preparing and inspiring these young musicians. I suppose I should tell them you left your chupa chupa stash behind now shouldn't I?

02.01.2022 Here’s another sneak peak into our exam room. Bella sat her 2nd exam and this time achieved a whopping 96%, First Class Honors, on her Grade One Piano exam. Go Bella!

02.01.2022 Hoping all these smiley faces are having a lovely break! I'm almost ready to tackle the timetable for 2020, so if you haven't returned your registration form please do so over the weekend. At this stage, we have limited vacancies available for piano lessons during school hours at Holy Name & Pacific Palms Primary. Our after school timetable is fully booked.... but you're welcome to register your interest and we'll let you know if a lesson time becomes available.

01.01.2022 Couldnt be prouder of our Holy Name exam students! They all earned First Class Honours in their theory exams (thats scores of 95-100%). Honours and First Class Honours for their prac exams too. Well done team!

01.01.2022 Update: Sorry everyone, no lessons this week! We're heading online from next week. More info coming via email later this week. ---------------------- After the PM's announcement earlier tonight, it looks like we're still OK to continue lessons for now. However, for the safety of all our students and families this will be our last week of face-to-face lessons. From 30th March we're going to take all the same fun, games and learning online by video conferencing our weekly le...ssons on Zoom. My heart is just breaking tonight for all our families and locals who are making tough decisions about the future of their businesses. I'm so privileged to be able to stay as a constant in your children's lives while so many other things are changing. Music is powerful and I hope your child finds some comfort and routine in their lessons while we get through the next few months. Please check your emails in the morning for all the details. Take care and please ask for help if you need it! Katherine xx

01.01.2022 Like a broken record, every week..... I think we may need to #banthepen this term!

01.01.2022 Flashback to lessons 4 years ago... my how theyve all grown!