Piano lessons in Melbourne’s inner north
Friendly, in-person lessons at my Thornbury studio for beginners through to advanced players, young and old. Learn the music you love, and build the skills to play whatever you like next.
Book a first lessonSee what I teachTap or click the keys, or play with your computer keyboard (A–K, W E T Y U).
What you can learn
Lessons are shaped around you: your age, your goals, and the music that makes you want to practise.
- Classical piano
- Technique, repertoire and musicality, from first pieces to advanced works.
- Rock, pop, blues and improvisation
- Play songs you know, learn chords and grooves, and start making things up.
- Theory and aural
- Read, hear and understand music, so everything else gets easier.
- Exams and performances
- Preparation for AMEB-style exams, auditions, recitals and school performances.
Where
Inner northern suburbs – Thornbury-based studio
Who
Children, teenagers and adults. Complete beginners are welcome.
2027 rates
- 30 minutes$52
- 45 minutes$78
- 60 minutes$104
Email me for available lesson times.
Meet your teacher
I’ve played piano since early childhood, and I aim to give every student a complete, rounded musical education that is enjoyable as well as rigorous. I have experience teaching in schools, and I now teach privately from my Thornbury studio.
I’m also the head organist at Newman Parish Melbourne, and I work as a pianist, accompanist and composer. Students benefit from a teacher who performs regularly and knows what it takes to get ready for a stage, an exam or a Sunday service.
Training
- Master of Music Performance, The University of Western Australia (2014)
- Graduate Diploma in Music, University of Melbourne
- A.Mus.A. (2009)
- Studied in England and Italy with Edoardo Strabbioli, Carlo Grante and Leslie Howard
What families say
“Over the past 12 years, all four of my children have taken piano lessons with Marco after he was highly recommended to us by another piano teacher. His dedication, professionalism, and ability to connect with each student have been outstanding. Marco is a gifted teacher, an excellent communicator, and consistently supportive and encouraging. He has helped my children develop not only their musical skills but also their confidence and enjoyment of learning. I cannot recommend him highly enough for students of any age.”
Hear me play
My recording of all 24 Chopin Preludes is on YouTube, and I’ve also composed for rock bands, small ensembles and film. I’ve accompanied choirs and singers, and worked with refugee children in Western Australia to write, record and perform their own songs.
Ask about lessons
Send a short note with the student’s age, any experience so far, your suburb and what you’d like to play. I’ll reply with available times and rates.
Email Marcomarcolombardi@tuta.com