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2026 SMA Enrolments Are Now Open!

If you are interested in term-based lessons or exploring our programs,

please complete the Interest Form below to join our priority waitlist.

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Start Your Musical Journey Today!

The easiest way to join the Sydneysider Music Academy (SMA) family is to fill out the form below.

🎵 Ready to Get Started?

Take the first step today by booking a paid trial lesson. This is the perfect opportunity to experience our premium music instruction firsthand!
During this initial session, we will assess your or your child's musical potential, determine if our term-based programs are the right fit, and discuss how we can tailor our lessons to achieve your goals.

At Sydneysider Music Academy, we offer:

Premium Private Lessons (Piano & Violin)
Comprehensive Exam & Audition Preparation (ABRSM, AMEB, etc.)
Concert & Festival Performance Coaching
Personalised Support for School Music Assessments

Join the SMA community today—where we nurture a lifelong love for music and help every student reach their full potential!

Music Lesson Interest Form

Full Name of Student

Full Name of Parent / Guardian

Parent's Occupation

Lesson Preferences Please select: Piano 1-on-1 / Violin 1-on-1 (45 or 60 mins), or Intensive Performance Practice.

School, School Year & Age (e.g., Pymble Ladies' College / Knox Grammar, Year 2, Age 7)

Student's Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) required

Residential Address & Contact Number

Email Address

How did you hear about us? (e.g., Google, Social Media, or Friend's Name)

Student's background & personality (Please share their music experience, grade level, interests, and email a brief video to: SydneysiderMusicAcademy@gmail.com)

What happens next?

Please complete and submit the form above. To help us find the perfect starting point for you or your child, we kindly request a short video based on your experience level:

For Non-Beginners (Intermediate & Advanced):

Please send us a performance video of one completed piece.

For Beginners (Children & Adults):

Please send us a brief self-introduction video. Introduce yourself/your child and share your motivation for learning the instrument. This helps us tailor our lessons to your goals!

🎥 Video Recording Guidelines:

To ensure we can provide the best assessment, please follow these quick tips for your video:

Clear Visibility: Ensure both hands, feet/pedals (for piano), and your face are clearly visible in the frame.
No Mirror Image: Please do NOT use your phone's selfie camera, as this reverses the image. Use the back camera or a tripod to keep the image in its correct orientation.

📧 Please email your video to SydneysiderMusicAcademy@gmail.com (or share a drive link) after submitting the form. We look forward to meeting you!

Thanks for submitting!

At Sydneysider Music Academy (SMA), we offer fully tailored private lessons led by inspiring, highly qualified professional teachers at our Rhodes studio, as well as online. Our world-class instruction spans Piano, Violin, Chamber Orchestra, and Piano Accompaniment.

The SMA Approach delivers a rich variety of musical styles in an engaging, inspiring, and supportive environment. We personalize our approach to match each student’s unique personality and goals, fostering lifelong confidence and discipline. At SMA, our vision is to inspire a deep love for music while guiding students toward exceptional, high-achieving results.

SMA also offers an Intensive Performance Practice program, specifically designed for students who already have a primary teacher but seek focused, high-level practice support. Fully adaptable to any curriculum, this flexible program provides the expert guidance needed to accelerate progress, refine technique, and ensure peak performance.

💡 Did You Know?

Playing a musical instrument brings immense joy at any age while offering proven mental and

physical health benefits.

Studies show that students who begin their musical journey with regular, structured lessons from a professional teacher are four times more likely to continue playing and make consistent progress beyond their first year.

So, why not give it a try? We would love to help you achieve your musical dreams!