How much do lessons cost?

Please head HERE to view our current pricing schedule.

All lessons are billed monthly in advance.

How long are lessons?

Our standard lesson length is 30 minutes.

We also offer 45-minute and 60-minute lessons on request, subject to availability.

Most beginners start with 30 minutes, and lesson length can be increased or reduced month-to-month as your needs change.

How often do lessons happen?

Lessons are usually booked as a weekly recurring lesson during the school term.

Regular lessons pause during school holidays and on public holidays.

During holidays, we may offer:

• Casual 60 minute private lessons (subject to teacher availability)
  
• Group holiday programs or masterclasses (optional extras)
  

Where are lessons held?

Lessons take place in-store at Buzz Music, located at

467 Mulgrave Rd, first floor.

Our music rooms are purpose-built and include:

• Side access for after-hours lessons
  
• Wheelchair-accessible lift on request

During store hours, please enter via the main Buzz Music shop doors and walk up the side stairs.

Do I need to bring my own instrument?

• Guitar & band/orchestral students: please bring your instrument if you have one.
  
• Piano & drums: instruments are supplied.
  
• Drummers: don’t forget your drum sticks
  
• Books: please bring any books you are using, we also have a huge range in store
  

If you’re just starting and don’t yet own an instrument, that’s no problem.

Please let us know so we can organise a loan instrument for the first lesson and help you explore purchase options if you wish to continue.

What ages do you teach?

Minimum recommended ages:

• Piano: 3+
  
• Drums: 3+
  
• Guitar: 6+
  
• Private Singing: 6+
  
• Clubs and beginner groups: Check out the individual age suggestions here
  

And yes — we absolutely teach adults and actively encourage adult beginners and returners to book in.

Are sibling or group lessons available?

Yes.

We offer:

• Beginner group courses 10-week programs, instrument-specific - read about them here
  
• Small private group lessons for siblings or friends can be arranged on request. These start from $30 per student for a 30-minute lesson
  

Please mention your interest in group lessons during onboarding so we can check availability.

How do we book lessons?

To self book a single lesson HEAD HERE or for an ongoing lesson time, contact our Music School Director, Leanne, she will help find a suitable day and time.

Once booked, your lesson time is held for the remainder of the term and automatically rolls over into future terms.

If your schedule changes or you need to finish lessons, just let us know as soon as you can, at least 24 hours before the end of the current month.

How do I pay for lessons?

Lessons are billed monthly in advance via credit card (Credit card fee will apply) or through debiting your nominated bank account. You can manage your preferred payment method through our online booking portal.

If you start mid-month, your fees will be pro-rated for the remaining lessons that month.

Can we do a trial?

Absolutely.

Trial as many lessons as you'd like. These can be self booked through our website here!

If you'd like to be booked ongoing

Please let your teacher know during or after the trial lessons if you wish to stop.

What if I miss a lesson?

• 24 hours’ notice (managed via the student portal) is required to receive a make-up credit
  
• Only one make-up credit may be held at a time
  
• Credits do not expire
  
• Credits can be used for an additional lesson, outside your usual lesson time
  

Sibling swaps are allowed if another child can attend the scheduled lesson time instead.

Unexpected absences (e.g. sickness) are still charged.

If your teacher is unavailable and we cannot substitute, the lesson will be credited to your account.

If a student misses three lessons in a row without notice, they will be unenrolled.

Can we do online lessons?

Yes.

Online lessons are available and suited to students with:

• Their own instrument
  
• A stable internet connection
  
• A webcam
  

Lessons can be booked in at all available times, please let us know in advance if you need a virtual lesson.

Can parents sit in on lessons?

Yes — especially for younger or nervous students.

During store hours, parents may:

• Sit in on the lesson
  
• Wait in store
  
• Drop off and return 5 minutes before lesson end
  

For after-hours lessons, parents may sit in or drop off, however children under 12 must not be left unattended.

What facilities are available?

During business hours we offer:

• Wheelchair/pram access via lift
  
• Accessible bathroom (on request)
  
• Baby change table
  
• Quiet feeding space
  
• Microwave and hot/cold water (on request)
  

After hours, the nearest public facilities are a 2-minute walk at Earlville Shopping Centre.

Are the lessons fun? What will be covered?

Yes — fun is non-negotiable.

Lessons are student-focused and flexible, covering:

• Fundamentals (tuning, rhythm, technique, scales)
  
• Songs students love
  
• Books and materials students already have (or we can recommend some resources)
  
• Personal goals such as performances or exams
  

How much should students practise?

We get it — practising is hard when you’re starting.

For beginners, simply:

• Playing with the instrument a couple of times a week
  
• Attempting the teacher’s homework
  

…is a great place to start.

As students advance, more structured practice will be encouraged to meet their goals.

Even students who rarely practise but enjoy their weekly lesson will still learn and develop skills — progress may just be slower.

Who will my teacher be?

You will know your teacher's name ahead of time and If your child is still nervous, please feel free to "do the first lesson together".

Our Music School Open Days and End-of-Term Concerts are also great opportunities to meet our teaching team.

Sometimes you may not have the best teacher for you, we get it, parents may request a teacher change at any time.

Are there concerts?

Yes — we hold two in-store concerts per year.

• Performing is optional
  
• Free for students to play
  
• Rehearsals happen during regular lesson time
  
• Audience tickets are charged at a small fee to ensure adequate seating
  

Details are shared via email and Facebook.

After-hours lessons – how do we get in?

Your teacher will meet you at the after-hours entrance which is locked from the outside.

Please:

• Do not leave children waiting unattended
  
• Be on time for pick-up, as teachers have lessons booked back-to-back
  

You are welcome to wait inside the lesson room or in the waiting area if preferred.

My child has a disability or is neurodivergent — can they still have lessons?

Absolutely.

We welcome students of all abilities and learning styles. Music and the arts naturally attract a wide range of learners, and many of our teachers and students identify as neurodivergent. We see this diversity as a strength, not a barrier.

Accessibility & facilities

• Wheelchair access to lesson rooms is available during business hours via our lift
  
• A wheelchair-accessible bathroom is available on request
  

If you or your child have any physical access requirements, please let us know when booking so we can plan accordingly.

Neurodivergent learners

We warmly welcome neurodivergent students, including (but not limited to) those with ADHD, autism, sensory processing differences, anxiety, or learning differences.

Because every child’s support needs are unique, we encourage parents and carers to share any information that may help us support your child effectively. This might include:

• Learning preferences or sensitivities
  
• Communication styles
  
• Sensory or movement considerations
  
• Strategies that have worked well (or not worked) in other learning environments
  

This information helps us pair your child with the most suitable teacher and teaching approach and ensures lessons are set up for success from the beginning.

Please discuss any specific needs with our Music School Director when booking so we can thoughtfully plan and support your child in the best possible way.

Can you help with exams, auditions or school assignments?

Yes.

Lessons can include:

• Exam preparation
  
• Audition preparation
  
• School music assignment support
  

We also help guide students through AMEB, ANZCA, Trinity and AGMS (or any other) exams.

Please chat with your teacher for tailored advice.

What if I want to learn something unusual?

If you have an unusual instrument or musical interest (Theremin? Thong-aphone?), get in touch — we’ll do our best to source the right teacher.