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Private music lessons in Turramurra

Every private lesson at ISM Turramurra is one on one, from the very first lesson, and moves at the student's own pace. Students of any age are welcome. Lessons run for 30, 45 or 60 minutes, and the first is a free 30 minute trial that you book online from the free times on our live schedule.

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We teach piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, singing, violin, flute, clarinet, saxophone, cello, double bass, composition and theory, all one on one. Each instrument has its own page with the teachers, what lessons cover and answers to common questions.

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Piano Guitar Singing Violin Drums Bass guitar Flute, clarinet and saxophone Cello, theory and more
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How private lessons work at ISM

Matched to the right teacherWe ask about the student's age, experience and goals, then pair them with a teacher who suits. If it isn't working, tell us and we'll find a different teacher.
30, 45 or 60 minutes a weekMost beginners and younger students start with 30 minutes. Longer lessons make sense once pieces get harder or an exam is on the way.
ISM books and worksheetsWhere they suit the instrument, teachers use ISM's own books and worksheets, written in house, alongside music the student chooses. Any books or materials are invoiced with the term fees.
Missed lessonsOne makeup lesson per term, including for sickness, as long as the office hears from you at least 12 hours before the lesson. Missed lessons aren't refunded. The enrolment agreement has the details.
The student portalOnce enrolled, families can log in to the ISM student portal. For anything else, the office is a phone call or email away.

Lessons are taught at our two Turramurra studios: head office at Level 1, 1319 to 1321 Pacific Highway, and Studio 2 at Level 1, 1273 Pacific Highway, corner of Rohini Street.

Teachers who play what they teach

Our teachers are working musicians, from Sydney Conservatorium graduates to songwriters and session players. Hover over the row to pause it.

Meet the team
Aaron Aaron Clarinet, saxophone, composition Alex Alex Piano Ben Ben Piano, singing, guitar Charlotte Charlotte Piano, flute Chris Chris Piano, guitar, bass guitar, singing, drums Eric Eric Violin, guitar Erik Erik Cello Eumi Eumi Piano Felix Felix Clarinet, saxophone Gerard Gerard Drums, singing Janice Janice Piano Jocelyn Jocelyn Piano Josh Josh Violin Joy Joy Piano, group classes Lachlan Lachlan Piano, singing Maria Maria Piano Mason Mason Singing, guitar Max Max Piano Melika Melika Piano, group classes Monica Monica Guitar, singing Nick Nick Piano Paisley Paisley Violin Rosie Rosie Piano, group classes Siebe Siebe Bass guitar, double bass, cello, piano Zoe Zoe Violin

Private lesson questions

Is there a minimum age for private lessons?
No. We teach children, teenagers and adults, and you're never too old to start. For very young children, the teacher will tell you honestly at the free trial whether private lessons or one of our group classes is the better start.
How long are private lessons?
Private lessons start from 30 minutes, and 45 and 60 minute lessons are available. Your teacher will suggest moving up when the student is ready for more.
Is there a registration fee?
No. We ask families to pay for each term upfront, and every new student can start with a free trial lesson.
When and how are fees paid?
Fees are invoiced by email in advance of each term and are due the week before the term starts. See our enrolment agreement for the full details.
What happens if we miss a lesson?
Every private student can have one makeup lesson per term, including for sickness, as long as the office hears from you at least 12 hours before the lesson starts. The office books the makeup at a time your child's teacher has free.
My child has had lessons elsewhere. Will you take that into account?
Yes. We ask about previous lessons when we first talk with you, and the teacher picks up from where the student is. Bring along any books or exam reports to the free trial.

More answers on our FAQs page. Thinking about a group setting for a younger child? See our group classes for ages 3 and up.

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Thank you ISM! The teachers are clever and engaging both in the group classes and private lessons. The communication is also helpful and loving the newsletters.

Holly, February 2025

We are so pleased we discovered ISM. David was very welcoming and Ms Joy has reignited our teenage son's love for piano, after several previous teachers nearly put him off! ISM highly recommended as both personal and professional.

Gail Wiseman, April 2025

We had a great experience at ISM Turramurra. Miss Melika is an excellent teacher, she's extremely engaging and highly skilled. My daughter's progressed so much. Highly recommend if you are looking for an all rounded music school.

Mei Zhao, August 2025

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Start with a free trial

Thirty minutes one on one, on us. Choose the instrument and pick a time that's free this week from our live schedule. Fees and your weekly lesson time are confirmed at the trial.

1Choose the instrument and the student's age
2Pick a free time from the live schedule
3Meet your teacher and start the following week
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Group class places aren't shown online. Tell us your child's age and we'll find the right class.

LIVE AVAILABILITY FROM THE ISM SCHEDULE
Private lessons, seven days a week Book a free trial online in two minutes, or call 02 9983 9460 and we'll help you choose an instrument and a teacher.
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