Gordon NSW, Australia
Piano Lessons | Artist development, Aural Lessons, Theory Lessons
Bio
Chermaine is a classically trained pianist who has studied with renowned Australian concert pianists and pedagogues. Since winning her first eisteddfod at the age of 10, she has been a prize winner at the Sydney Eisteddfod, Northern Beaches Eisteddfod, and Ryde Eisteddfod, the recipient of academic scholarships from the University of Sydney and Australian Government, and musical scholarship from the Rotary Club of Australia. Her performances have been broadcasted on 2MBS-FM and ABC National Radio. Prior to beginning undergraduate studies at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, she graduated Roseville College as a full music scholar, achieving an ATAR of 99.65 in the Higher School Certificate. She was awarded the Australian Student Prize in national recognition for academic excellence and achievement in secondary education. During her studies at Sydney Conservatorium, she undertook additional studies in early keyboard instruments (fortepiano, harpsichord, clavichord) and musicology, was a student at the Sydney Academy of Chamber Music, and attended summer schools in Europe and Australia. Her studies provided broad exposure to the teachings of renowned international concert pianists. Upon completing her studies at the Conservatorium, she was awarded high distinction in Piano Pedagogy and First Class Honours. Her honours research project involved the prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in pianists.
As a teacher, she has taught students of all ages and is experienced in preparing students for AMEB, ABRSM, Trinity, HSC examinations, eisteddfods and scholarships. Alongside teaching privately, she has held teaching positions at music schools and independent/private schools across Sydneys North Shore and Eastern Suburbs.
Teaching Info
Chermaine is a passionate educator who loves being able to teach students lifelong musical skills. In her teaching, she seeks to cultivate strong musical foundation in note reading, music theory, tone, touch, stylistic understanding, expression, and the development of an individual artistic voice. She encourages independent thinking and efficient practice habits and strategies. She is passionate about helping students achieve their musical goals (big or small) and to reach their potential.