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WHO ARE WE?

Green Room Concept Studios is the music school that cares about what you want to learn and how you want to learn it. We offer lessons to all, whether young or old, beginner or advanced, studying VCE music, preparing for an audition or just wanting to come and have some fun. Our passionate, dedicated and professional teachers are ready to teach you.

 

We are based in Wonthaggi and service all of the Bass Coast and South Gippsland area with tuition in:

 

  • Piano

  • Voice

  • Ukulele

  • Guitar

  • Drums 

  • Bass Guitar

  • Mini Musicians Classes

  • Vocal Groups & Bands

 

We offer examinations through the Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB), the leading examination body for music in Australia. We will provide the resources and skills for you or your child to get the best results possible, and to enjoy the process.

 

Here at Green Room Concept Studios, we understand that everyone comes to music for different reasons. Some dream of playing their favourite tunes for their own enjoyment and to share with friends and family, while others desire as deep and thorough an understanding of their instrument and of music as they can possibly achieve.

 

Whatever your reason for taking up lessons, we want to make your musical goals a reality.

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TEACHERS

TEACHERS
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TOM GREEN

Studio Director
Voice/Guitar/Ukulele

Tom is a professional vocalist from Wonthaggi. Tom is a versatile singer, showcasing an ability to sing across many genres from classical to pop. He is also a competent guitarist and pianist. Tom has had quite a success in the early years of his career, having successfully negotiated his 5th grade music theory, attaining his Associate Diploma of Music in Classical Voice (A.Mus.A), gaining lead roles in musicals, and singing on international television. Tom has been performing around the South Gippsland region and Melbourne for many years now, as well as working in Sydney with some of Australia's leading musical theatre producers, directors, musical directors and performers on new Australian theatre works. Toms’ first introduction to the musical theatre stage was in 2014 where he performed the title role of ‘Jesus of Nazareth’ in Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’. He was awarded ‘Most Outstanding Leading Male’ and also received the ‘Gladys Moncrieff Award’ for first-time performance in a featured role. Tom’s other musical theatre highlights include Chris (Miss Saigon), Bok (Wicked), Raoul (Phantom of the Opera) Other credits include appearing at the World Superbikes Grand Final on Phillip Island (internationally televised), Hisense Arena, The Hayes Theatre in Sydney and live on The Project (Channel 10). Tom is completing his Bachelor of Music degree at Monash University as well as preparing for his Licentiate Diploma in Musical Theatre. Tom has always had a dream and passion for music. As a kid, he always had a guitar in his hands and was always singing. He has come to realise that with some hard work and dedication, those dreams can become a reality. Tom would like to share his love for music and performance with the world and what better way than through teaching?! Tom believes that Green Room Concept Studios is so much more than a place where you just come to learn; it’s where you come to turn your dreams into reality.

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Hugh Heller

Piano, Bass Guitar & Guitar

Hugh is professional musician, performing primarily on electric and double bass, from the northern suburbs of Melbourne. He is fluent in a wide range of styles, having performed in jazz trios, rock bands, theatre orchestras, folk bands and soul/pop acts. During his time studying Jazz Performance at Monash University, Hugh completed study programs in both Italy and New York and had the opportunity to learn from some of the world's greatest jazz musicians, such as Chris Potter, Mark Helias, Paul Williamson and Paul Grabowsky. He is also competent on both piano and guitar. Highlights of his performing career include a successful east-coast tour with 'The Mamas' (2019), performing at Queenscliff Music Festival (2019) and various interstate festivals, and performing at the launch party for the Melbourne International Jazz Festival (2016, 2017). In addition to his varied performance career, Hugh runs a volunteer organisation, 'Factory Sessions', which presents original/improvised live music events in Melbourne every week.

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Saffi Campbell Walker

Piano & Drums

Saffi Campbell Walker is an 18-year-old musician from Inverloch. She plays piano and drums but has played other instruments throughout her schooling at Newhaven College. She began learning classical piano when she was 8 and has continued to love this style while also exploring jazz piano for the last 4 years, which extended into an interest in jazz and rock drumming. Saffi hopes to pursue music after completing Year 12 in 2023, specialising in jazz piano.

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Clay Duke 

Drums

Clay is a young drummer from Wonthaggi who has been playing for ten years and is currently studying a bachelor of music performance at box hill institute. Clay has experience in various styles and ensembles, playing in concert bands, pop/rock bands, theatre backing bands, a community orchestra, and a big band, and has played Latin, funk and jazz. He also has a particular interest in metal and formed a band in the genre which he plays drums and contributes songs to. He hopes to share the enjoyment of music and making loud noises on the drums with his students.

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Shontelle O'Connor

Junior Voice & Beginner Piano

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Shontelle is a 19 year from Wonthaggi. She specialises in voice and piano. Shontelle has completed her Certificate of Music and recently completed her Amusa. Shontelle has a background in Musical Theatre and enjoys taking part in local theatre productions as well as performing in previous school productions at Newhaven College. Shontelle has undertaken singing lessons since the age of 4 and first gained an interest in piano at the age of 5 when her Nana would teach her. Shontelle thoroughly enjoys teaching music and loves when students are able to accomplish goals and share a love for music.

Sam Robson

Acoustic & Electric Guitar

Sam is an 18 year old acoustic and electric guitarist from Inverloch. He graduated from Newhaven College in 2022, while there he was the College's Music Captain and he completed his Certificate III in Music Industry. Sam has been playing guitar since the age of 8 and most enjoys playing a wide range of rock music. He has performed in many rock and metal bands and in the support band for Wonthaggi Theatrical Group's production of the "School of Rock Musical". Sam is very passionate in teaching music and strives to help students to thoroughly enjoy improving their musical abilities.

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Nick White

Guitar & Bass Guitar

Nick is a guitarist and music lover of all kinds from Phillip Island who recently graduated from Newhaven College in 2021. Nick studied VCE Music, achieving high results, and was the 2021 College Music Captain. Music has always been an important part of his life, beginning classical guitar lessons at the age of four. Although classical guitar is his passion, he has also ventured into and loves playing acoustic, rhythm, electric and bass guitars, as well as saxophone. He has experience playing a wide variety of styles and has played as a solo musician and as a part of various ensembles, bands, orchestras and jazz groups, leaving Nick a versatile and well-rounded musician. Nick encourages students to discover the enjoyment and wellbeing that comes with learning an instrument and hopes to develop a love for music within them.

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Helena Leonardos

Junior Voice & Ukulele

Helena is a passionate music lover from Phillip Island. She has been formally trained in singing and found her passion for musical theatre when performing with the Young Australian Broadway Chorus from 2014-2018. After passing her certificate of performance with Honours in 2020, she is now working on acquiring an AMusA diploma in musical theatre. Whilst performing is a main passion of hers, she also loves sharing her knowledge with others! Having picked up the ukulele on a whim years ago, she immediately fell in love with the instrument and the way it sounds. Helena enjoys nothing more than having fun whilst making music.

LESSONS

What We Offer

Playing Piano

PIANO

Our piano lessons cater to each person as an individual. Learn to play the way you want to to play across a wide array of styles.

$356 Per Term (GST Included)
Price includes 8 lessons

ALL LESSON TIMES: 30min

 

Retro Singer

VOICE

Our voice lessons cater to each person as an individual. Learn to sing using your voice in the safest and most healthy manner.

 

 

$356 Per Term (GST Included)
Price includes 8 lessons

ALL LESSON TIMES: 30min

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GUITAR/BASS GUITAR

 Our guitar lessons cater to each person as an individual. Wether you want to play in a band or just in your bedroom, we have the tools to get you there.

 

$356 Per Term (GST Included)
Price includes 8 lessons

ALL LESSON TIMES: 30min

Drums Sticks

DRUMKIT
 

Our drum lessons cater to each person as an individual. Learn to play how you want to play.

 

 

$356 Per Term (GST Included)
Price includes 8 lessons

ALL LESSON TIMES: 30min

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UKULELE

Our ukulele lessons cater to each person as an individual. Learn to play the songs you want to play

 

$356 Per Term (GST Included)
Price includes 8 lessons

ALL LESSON TIMES: 30min

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GROUP LESSONS
Voice, Guitar, Ukulele

Our group lessons provide a fun and safe space for you to come and explore everything that is fun about learning music. 
 

$170 Per Term (GST Included)
Price includes 8 lessons

ALL LESSON TIMES: 30min

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BANDS

Our bands have the perfect balance of education and fun. What better way to express your love for music than with a group of people dedicated to making music together.
 

$170 Per Term (GST Included)

ALL LESSON TIMES: 45min

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MINI MUSICIANS

At GRCS we offer a diverse, fun and nurturing early years music program. This is tailored for pre-school children to come and develop their passion for music. 
Our classes promote growth and development through a tailored program focusing on music, song, dance and percussion.

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