Music Lessons - Our Teachers
Learn how to play guitar, drums, bass and how to sing. All styles and genres - from Rock to Pop, Blues to Classical. Beginner to Intermediate. We have three guitar teachers Sam, Ben and Vanessa and our drum teacher Siena.
Sam is co-owner, innovator, and engineer of Archer K Music. He has been playing Guitar since the age of 12. He has learnt all styles of guitar from Rock to Blues and Jazz to Classical. Sam has worked as a musician playing in cover bands around Victoria and has experience in writing and recording music. He first started teaching Guitar in his twenties, and tutored many students who wanted to learn how to play guitar. His teaching approach is student-centered, pactrical, and fun. Sam can teach beginners to intermediate.
Ben plays lead guitar in a metal band, and bass in a pop-punk band. Ben is an experienced teacher and teaches guitar throughout the week, at various primary schools. He works with students from complete beginners through to advanced players, and tailors his lessons to suit each student’s goals and learning style. Ben studied Music theory, and Sound Production at Box Hill Institute. His teaching approach is easy-going, supportive, and highly effective, with a strong focus on making lessons fun, engaging, and productive. Ben teaches Guitar and Bass Guitar at AKM.
Vanessa is a contemporary folk and world music artist, songwriter, and educator with over 15 years of teaching experience across music, education, and community settings. Originally from Chile and now based in Australia, Vanessa brings a strong multicultural perspective to her work, informed by her lived experience as a migrant artist and her deep connection to storytelling through music. As a performer, Vanessa has toured nationally and internationally, presenting original music at festivals, venues, and community events. Her work has received national recognition, with finalist placements at the Victorian Music Awards and the Australian Folk Music Awards. Alongside her artistic practice, Vanessa is a dedicated and highly experienced teacher with formal teaching studies including 2 reaching Bachelors, and a strong background in education. She has worked with children, young people, and adults across a wide range of abilities, teaching voice, piano, guitar, and performance skills. Her teaching approach is student-centred, inclusive, and supportive, focusing on building strong technical foundations while nurturing creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Vanessa is passionate about creating safe, engaging learning environments where students can explore their musical identity, develop their skills, and grow both artistically and personally. Vanessa teaches Guitar and Singing lessons at AKM.
Siena is the Co-Owner, Drumming Teacher, Social Media Manager, Event Manager, Music and Podcast Producer at AKM Studios. Siena has been teaching for two years and loves to share the power of drums to her students. Siena teaches all styles and genres - from Rock to Pop, Jazz to Blues. Beginner to intermediate. Siena is a qualified drum teacher and performer. She has completed AMEB 8th Grade Rock Drums and a Diploma of Music Performance in Rock Drums from Rock School London (RSL). She welcomes all students who would like to learn drums. Her teaching style is modern contemporary with no pressure or expectation to undertake theory or exams. However, if you wish to pursue AMEB exams, she would be more than happy to guide you through the syllabus. Siena tailors her lesson for each individual student’s needs. She encourages her students to get out of their comfort zones, play loud, and embrace the intense, strong, and powerful energy of drums. Siena offers lessons at the AKM. She also offers home lessons, with an additional travel fee.
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