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David began playing the piano by ear at the age of 4.

His father was an accomplished singer and guitarist & violinist and has released a number of albums.

From an early age David began accompanying his father giving him enormous performance experience and improvisation skills. David studied classical music at WAAPA (Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts) and completed the diploma in music teaching faculty. David has amazing aural and rhythm skills enabling him to play Piano, Guitar, Drums and now Saxophone. Now with 4 children of his own, David is acutely aware of the benefits of learning music at a very early age and is passionate about inspiring others in music for Life.

Adrian is a classically trained pianist who first set his eyes on the piano at age 6. Since then, he has constantly been growing his passion whilst expanding his horizons on his musical knowledge of all genres to spread joy to other students. With a long history of music, Adrian has completed his St. Cecilia certifications in performance to Grade 8 where he achieved a High Distinction. Adrian has participated in music across primary and high school, partaking in school bands and orchestras regularly. Such bands would include Jazz Fusion, High School Musical: ON STAGE, Concert Band and ATAR band. Throughout high school, he has achieved academic excellence subject awards in

"Specialist Music" and "Music General: Garage Band", along with completing Music ATAR with specialities in solo and group performance.

Adrian is currently studying for a Bachelor of Education at WAAPA.

Ever since I started piano since I was 5, I really enjoyed playing the piano and have continued it since then! I was actually a student at Forte so it is definitely a fun experience teaching back in the same place where I started my musical journey.

Throughout my piano journey, I have completed my AMEB exams up to Grade 8 and in the future, I hope to complete the Associate Diploma in piano.

Andre is a highly experienced performing arts educator, director and vocal coach with over 25 years of experience in musical theatre, vocal training and performing education. His background spans musical theatre, contemporary voice, acting through song, ensemble performance and stage craft, working clean hip-hop & praise & worship music with children, teens and young adults across a wide range of abilities-from complete beginners or to advanced performers preparing for auditions, competitions and stage productions.

His teaching philosophy focuses on building strong vocal foundations first, while nurturing confidence, discipline, creativity and emotional connection to performance.

Andrew's musical journey started when he was 11 years old, learning guitar through the School of Instrumental Music. His love for music grew throughout high school, teaching himself drum kit at 14 and playing in a band setting with schoolmates. At 18 he began to grow interested in DJing after seeing local acts and looked into taking a musical, improvisational approach, incorporating his skills in guitar and drumming.

He is currently studying a double degree in contemporary music and education at WAAPA (Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts) and Edith Cowan University. When not at Forte, Andrew can be seen performing in one of his three bands in the Perth club and pub scene.

Playing piano since the age of 5 and taking vocal lessons since the age of 12, Ashleigh has been immersed in music from a young age. In both primary and high school, she was heavily involved in all of the arts including portraying multiple leading roles in musicals and plays.

Some of these roles include the Queen of Hearts in Alice in Wonderland, and Professor Dante Inferno in Sideshow Shenanigans. Ashleigh was also involved in Talent Shows, Eisteddfods, concerts and competitions, and graduated as the Arts Prefect of her school. Songwriting from a very young age, Ashleigh has continued her love of creativity through to university by studying Contemporary Voice and Songwriting (Music Artistry) as her major at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) since 2021.

Avril is a classically train pianist with Honours in AMEB Grade 8 Piano and Grade 4 Theory. She also holds a Certificate Ill in Music (Performance) which gave her the opportunity to explore a wide range of instruments. Avril began piano lessons at the age of 4 with her brother, and ever since, music has been a huge part of her life. It is something she truly enjoys, creating and sharing with others.

Outside of music, Avril enjoys playing badminton and spending time with family and friends. Avril is currently studying at Curtin University.

After going to the same primary school and high school as David we have now met up again here. While I was completing a business course at school in year 11 I was approached for a job at Peters Poultry where I worked for 3 years as a junior before moving on. I then worked for JD Milner's for 9 years before having my first child. I have had many years experience in administration and accounts and even dabbled in party plan. I enjoy working with people and kids so this is the perfect combination. I have two teenage children. I also enjoy all sports.

When I was 11 years old, my mum forced me to do my first piano lesson. I was very reluctant, and thought piano was a girl's instrument. But after that first lesson, I fell in love, and over time developed a strong passion for piano. Fast forward 8 years, and I've played bohemian rhapsody at my high-schools graduation assembly, perform hymns weekly at 3 Catholic churches, got featured in a magazine, post songs on Instagram, starting to play gigs at pubs, and ended up teaching piano here at Forte. The dream is to become a rockstar one day, but if I don't make it, I'll be spreading joy to everyone who hears me play, and every student I teach. So, one day, they can spread the same joy, and maybe, have a similar story.

Besides my music life, I love my sport: basketball, mixed netball, football, cricket, golf, working out at the gym; I love being active. I love to eat food. I enjoy mountain biking, 4WDing, camping, stand up paddle boarding, snorkelling, kayaking.

Christopher has been playing the piano since the age of 5. He is a passionate musician who plays piano and percussion. Whether it be accompanying in a church or casually jamming with friends, he thoroughly enjoys all aspects of music including composing.

Christopher is currently studying a Bachelor of Music at ECU City campus.

I started learning piano when I was 7 years old. I really love music and being able to create it on my own on the piano truly fascinated me, so had a lot of passion and fun when I was learning. I passed my Grade 8 Piano Exam when I was 13 years old. I first started learning violin when I was 24 years old.

As someone who started as an adult, I truly believe that adult learners can also reach great heights in their musical pursuits. I have been continuously teaching piano for the past 9 years and violin for 4 years.

Emily has been singing since she was 11 years old, even having her first vocal lesson at Forte. She first fell in love with singing when she would watch MTV with her father every Saturday morning, wishing she was the one on stage instead. At 10 years old, she entered her school's Talent show singing True Colours by Cindy Lauper, taking home first place in the junior division. This left her wanting to learn more and improve more.

Now Emily has completed a Bachelor of Music for Contemporary Performance at WAAPA, as well as previously completing a Diploma of Contemporary Performance at WAAPA and various other music certificates in high school. Emily has been teaching at Forte since 2021, teaching various courses such as Early Childhood, the Forte Choir and Private Vocal Training.

Emily has a deep passion for teaching and hopes to share that same passion of song and performance with her students.

Eunice had her first piano lesson at the age of 8. She loved music when she was young but never had the chance to learn, so when a piano teacher at school provided an opportunity for her to learn piano, her mother encouraged her to go for it. At the age of 18, she got her Grade 8 ABRSM certificate for both theory and practical. In the year 1992, she acquired the LTCL ( Licentiate of Trinity College). She then started her piano teaching career in a local music school.

Currently, she works part time as a piano accompanist at a ballet school and has been playing for RAD ballet examinations for the past 10 years. Eunice enjoys playing piano for dancers and enjoys rehearsals with them. She also thinks that it improves her skills as it calls for her to interpret different genres.

With over three decades of teaching experience, her learning experience is far from over as with every challenge posed by students, she finds the best approach and solution and strives to inspire young students and adults alike. Grace’s choice of music repertoire spans from Classical to Country & Western, Latin to Jazz and Retro to Contemporary. Music is beyond exams and tests. It’s about self discovery and happiness that’s created through it, be it for yourself or others.

Harry has been playing drums for over 11 years now. He received a high distinction in both Grade 7 and Grade 8 Rockschool drums. He has been teaching drums since age 17.

Harry is a professional musician here in Perth and has been gigging full-time for the past few years and touring Western Australia. Harry would love to play on the big stage and inspire students to excel in the craft of drumming.

Other than drums, Harry is also plays Piano, Guitar and Bass.

Music has been a part of Holly's life for as long as she can remember, and growing up surrounded by a variety of musical experiences ignited the love for music that she still carries today! Her primary school years saw her take on keyboard lessons, singing in choirs, performing in school musicals, and learning classical guitar via IMSS, which she continued to do up until Year 11.

Delving deeper into various musical outlets throughout high school led Holly to discover her passion for music theatre. She studied dance and drama in Year 11 and 12 at school. She was a chorister in the Australian Girls Choir for 6 years, and during this time she mentored and worked with the younger girls, was awarded a leadership position, and received the opportunity to perform in France, Switzerland, and Singapore on their 2024 International Tour.

Recently, Holly has completed her Certificate IV in Music (Performance) and is continuing to expand her skillset with vocal and acting lessons. She has 4 years of experience working with children, and loves to share her love for music with them and help them learn and grow!

James first played guitar when he was 10 during a primary school music class. He continued to play throughout the rest of primary school, and continued this journey through Rossmoyne Senior High School's music program. During his time in Rossmoyne, James was a part of the school's classical guitar ensemble, as well as a quartet.

Although he focused on classical music in school, James also loved learning acoustic fingerstyle at home. He often records acoustic arrangements of pop songs for fun. James has had experience teaching guitar in the past and wishes to see students be able to say with confidence they enjoy playing the guitar.

Currently, James is also studying at Curtin University.

Jarred has always been around music ever since he was born. Growing up in a musical family, he was playing and collaborating with other musicians from an early age. When Jarred was just 10 years old, he and his band won the WAM Song of the Year, and has been nominated 3 more times since. From then on, he has gone on to win Gozzy Rock in 2016, and has even played at The Falls Festival in 2018.

Jarred has studied Cert I, Il and III in Music and has just achieved his Diploma in Music Performance at TAFE.

Kayleen has been learning piano since the age of 4 and has completed Grade 8 AMEB. She began her musical journey here at Forte, where she first discovered her passion for piano and sharing it with others.

Alongside teaching piano, Kayleen is also studying to become an engineer.

Keenan is passionate musician who plays piano, acoustic and electric guitar. He has completed his grade 8 certificate in ABRSM and is determined and willing to help others in need. Keenan achieved the DUX award at Harrisdale senior high school and is currently studying Engineering at Curtain University.

Keenan also enjoys playing both the acoustic and electric guitar making him a well rounded musician and educator.

Music has always been a big part of my life and I have many fond memories of live music being played at family and social gatherings. I was lucky enough to grow up with a piano in my home and it did not take long for me to find my way around the keys. I first became aware of Forte School of Music as an adult, when I decided to brush up on my skills and booked myself in for private lessons.

It was a few years later, after starting my own family, that I began my teaching career at Forte.

I am fortunate enough to see first-hand how music can enrich the development of young minds and bodies and how it can give people both young and old, permission to express themselves freely. I pride myself on providing a classroom environment where families from all walks of life can feel welcomed, inspired and connected.

Having taught at the school for around 8 years now, I have had the pleasure of watching children I have introduced to music blossom into accomplished musicians and confident young people. It is so rewarding to be part of their journey and there is no greater compliment than when a parent returns to my classes with their subsequent children.

Manuli found her love for music at the age of 6 when she first began piano lessons. Since then, her passion and adoration for music has only continued to grow.

After completing several ABRSM exams, Manuli decided to further continue her music education at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. Manuli hopes to help in fostering a love and understanding for music in her students and help them reach their full potential.

I'm Michael, and I teach piano both to students both individually and in group classes. I love music because it allows you to express personal cantit. a so idea, at dash tent immersed in the music world from a young child, I value the importance of providing students with an encouraging environment to grow in the craft. Seeing students persevere through challenges, increase in technical ability, and find the freedom in musical expression, is really what I find most rewarding about being a teacher.

As for me personally, in addition to music I enjoy a good competitive game of sport, solving mathematical problems, and spending quality time with good friends. However, I must admit there is a kind of relaxation and liberty that I experience through playing the piano more than anything else.

Mikayla grew up in a music-loving family, starting piano at 4 years old, and the violin at 7 years old.

Throughout primary school, she performed in concerts and competed in Eisteddfods for piano and violin. She completed her AMEB violin exams and continued to gain a wider experience as a violinist in the Western Australian Youth Orchestra in middle school. Mikayla picked up the guitar as she expanded her exposure in contemporary music at school and loves playing it in her spare time.

Mikayla cares for young people and believes that music is a lifelong practice that is deeply rewarding and enriches quality of life.

Music has always been ingrained in Michelle's life. She grew up listening to her parent's music including the Beatles, Billy Joel, Whitney Houston and Luther Vandross which has sparked her early interest in a wide variety of genres. She started playing the flute in primary school and continued studying music in high school and joined the school band. Michelle's two children have inherited her love of music with one of her sons having attended Forte School of Music from Jungle Music Tots all the way through to the Creative Keys Program.

She enjoyed participating in the classes with her son and even learnt the piano alongside him. Her eldest son plays the trumpet. Michelle has a passion for music and can't wait to share it with you.

Natalie has been playing the piano since the age of five, and not only has she performed as a piano and saxophone soloist with orchestras in many public concerts throughout Australia and Malaysia, she has also participated in countless competitions. Over the years, Natalie has also picked up the violin, electone, alto saxophone and soprano saxophone. She is also passionate about composing contemporary and jazz music. Natalie loves listening to and playing all kinds of musical genres, such as movie soundtracks, jazz, Jpop and classical music.

In 2016, Natalie went on a music tour and travelled around Europe with her fellow musician friends to learn about the music history and culture. During the tour, she performed in mass choirs, wind orchestras and saxophone bands. Due to her love for music, she wants to share her music knowledge and enriching experiences through teaching as she believes music education is beneficial for people of all ages.

Quinn is a dedicated piano teacher with a strong musical background, having achieved Grade 10 from the China Conservatory of Music at age 11 and later earning her ABRSM Piano Diploma after immigrating to Perth.

She believes in building a solid technical foundation and deep musical understanding. Her teaching encourages students to become confident, independent learners who can continue improving beyond the lesson.

She creates a positive and engaging environment, helping students develop skills, confidence and a lasting love for music.

Growing up in Port Hedland may have had its limitations but it didn’t stop Radifah developing a passion for music and dancing.

Radifah was always surrounded by music. From Abba and Beatles blaring in the car to regular Kompang (Malay traditional drums) rehearsals at her home. Records on the turntable were the kids wakeup call on Saturday mornings. At an early age, she began playing the keyboard, learning to play songs by ear. Once she learnt how to read music, there was no stopping her, picking up musical instruments like the organ, the flute, and in her early adult life, the guitar. Music is a natural part of Radifah, so much so, you will find her unknowingly singing in the supermarket aisles, or in her car at the traffic lights. There is always a tune playing in Radifah's head.

Radifah was raised in and is still part of a large extended family. She has constantly been surrounded by children of all ages, which meant she grew up interacting and getting along with different aged kids. Her commitment to helping others around her led her to study a Cert I Youth Work qualification, which was followed by voluntary work with an orphanage in Peru.

Radifah is dedicated to encouraging young people to explore and embrace their individual talents and expand their minds and development through building confidence and positive reinforcement. It is with this dedication that she endeavours not only to teach the fundamentals of music, but to inspire a love of music.

Ray has been playing guitar and piano since the age of 13. Ray has over 20 years of music industry experience working, performing and recording with artists such as Nicholas Roy (The Voice), Che'Nelle (Capitol Records, EMI).

Ray has worked in schools for over 12 years and is a highly competent guitar/bass and keyboard player after completing 7 years at Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) and also runs his own professional studio.

Rhiannon is a Perth based Singer, Songwriter, Violinist and Guitarist. She has completed a Bachelor of Music specialising in Contemporary Voice at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. Growing up Rhiannon always had a love of music, singing at church and learning the violin from a young age. She became very involved in her high school music program, giving her many opportunities to perform and complete the ATAR Music course in Contemporary Voice.

She also took on the role of Music Captain in Year 12. Whilst studying at WAAPA for five years, she honed her musical crafts further and got the opportunity to work with and learn from renowned singer-songwriters such as Ben Abraham, Mama Kin and Fatai. Rhiannon has been teaching lessons and ensembles in primary and high schools around Perth for many years and loves helping her students to reach their potential. When Rhiannon isn't teaching music, she loves performing in bands and as a solo singer-songwriter.

Sam is passionate about helping students excel! He received the top student award for in Music ATAR both year 11 and 12. He has achieved and Association with Music Australia certficate (AMusA) and has been teaching since 2018.

Sam enjoys learning languages including Mandarin, Japanese and Malaysian and he also enjoys art.

He is studying Bachelors of Engineering at Curtin.

From a 5-year-old, dancing has been a huge part of my life. From classical ballet to acrobats, including jazz ballet, aerobics and Zumba. I did it all. I have participated in several “Christmas Pagents” and danced on many stages.

I have two children, Kimberley & Luke, who are now adults and married. Kim has blessed my husband and myself with our first grandchild, Taj. Taj participates in our Jungle Music programme and enjoys it immensely, as does our daughter.

I believe children benefit greatly having music in their lives.

Hey there! My name is Shona! I started working at Forte from March 2023 as Director of First Impressions! I’m sucker for a good conversation and at times, enjoy being a pseudo-therapist for my friends and loved ones.

Outside of Forte, I’m a graphic designer by freelance and illustrator (@somechuppy). Besides that, I enjoy engaging in many different hobbies, now experimenting around videography and photography! Being at Forte brings me joy to interact with parents and kids, learning about family dynamics and inspiring me to learn music someday!

I will eventually learn piano... mark my words! Come say hi when you see me, I’m always happy to chat if I don’t have a queue of people lining up at the desk or the phone ringing!

Tammy started her journey of music with "Mum, I want to learn the piano" at the age of 6. After completing her Grade 8 Trinity College certification and passing her Grade 5 Music Theory with a distinction, she discovered her love for music and self-learned to play new instruments such as the guitar. In high school, she joined the school brass band in the woodwinds section, playing flute and eventually became the first chair flautist.

After coming to Perth for her Bachelor of Psychology degree in 2024, she decided to extend her love of music by teaching piano with a vision of "Love what you do, do what you love".

As a father of two children Tanner is acutely aware of the benefits of learning music. Tanner commenced playing the piano at ten years of age and has completed Grade 7 AMEB and has also prepared for his LMUS A exam!

Tanner is an experienced music teacher with many years of teaching under his belt.

Windy began learning piano at the age of four and has developed a strong musical foundation, competing in Trinity Piano Examination Grade 8.

She also has experience teaching music and is passionate about sharing her knowledge with others. She enjoys teaching others, if there's questions from students or friends, she will always be eager to help and teach them and in a way that makes them easier to understand.

Alongside her teaching piano and group classes in Forte, she is currently studying in Murdoch University, majoring in Community Development.

Hey! I'm Zac. I come from Malaysia and am currently studying at Curtin University.

I passed the ABRSM Grade 8 performance piano during the pandemic, as well as the Grade 6 performance for violin exam. I enjoy listening to all types of music including rock n roll, grunge, jazz and pop and playing all types of pieces on the piano. With that said, classical music has a special piece in my heart.

My students are of all ages and I love working with them, and seeing them progress both in music and as a person which warms my heart.

Music makes me happy and I want you to have fun with music too

Hailing from Malaysia, with almost 30 years of teaching experience, Zalina is a veteran of the stage. Her performing experience spans multiple disciplines - she has been a voice-over artist, done studio work recording vocals for jingles and backing vocals for local recording artists as well as performing solo at venues and functions and performed in and conducted choirs and a cappella groups.

She is also an Award-winning musical theatre performer and has been nominated for work as musical director (a cappella) and vocal director on multiple musical shows.

She loves a good joke, loves helping you find your voice and more importantly, wants to see you groove. She works best under pressure and specialises in preparing you for performances.

Zhulin started doing piano lessons at age 5 and has been doing lessons continuously throughout high school and university where she did tertiary music education. Zhulin has taught music appreciation at primary school level, class music and theory to high school students and private piano lessons for students of all ages.

She is also an accompanist for choirs and instrumentalists as well as vocalist and has done numerous solo recitals and eistedfodds. When not doing music, Zhulin loves playing with animals, puttering around the garden and doing crossword puzzles.

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