About Lessons
Here at SAMS we welcome individuals of all ages for personalized one-on-one and small group lessons, both in-person and online.
Stef and Adrian teach a variety of instruments, including vocals, guitar, bass, piano as well as music theory, Stef also offers consultations in addressing speech issues and minor vocal trauma.
We firmly believe in community and creating a relaxed and supportive environment ensuring learning and creating music is enjoyable and accessible for everyone.
We're here to help you achieve your musical goals.
What do lessons look like?
Lessons are tailored to the individual needs and goals of the student, however; within a 30 (and 60) minute period lessons are usually structured as follows:
5 Minutes: Discussing musical goals, history and understanding ability.
Goal Discussion
10 Minutes: Warm ups and begin to learn appropriate exercises for at home practice and ongoing development.
Warm ups and Exercises
Songs
15 Minutes: Songs are chosen and performed that will work in partnership with the students progress.
Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Vocal Teacher / Owner
Stefani Ashmore
Stef is a practised vocal coach graduating with High Distinction from the Australian Institute of Music teaching a variety of musical styles including Contemporary, Jazz and Musical Theatre. Private lessons in piano, harmony and aural skills are also available as well as specialised consultation for addressing speech issues and vocal cord trauma. Stef conducts several choirs throughout Sydney, as well as arranging and recording new repertoire weekly for mixed three part harmony.
Having completed Level 1 and 2 in the internationally respected Estill vocal training course Stef holds a deep understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and acoustics of voice production. In addition, Stef volunteers her time as a board member of the Australian National Association of Teachers of Singing (ANATS), this organisation provides professional development opportunities for singing teachers and those in the vocal arts within Australia.
With a focus on technique, vocal health and developing confidence, Stef will help you discover and unlock your voice and own unique style. Let’s have fun expanding your musical knowledge, practical experience and explore new and challenging repertoire!
Guitar Teacher / Owner
Adrian Cross
Adrian is a professional guitarist with over a decade of experience specialising in acoustic fingerstyle, having completed his undergraduate studies Adrian holds a Bachelor of Music from The Australian Institute of Music.
With skills in transcription and software notation Adrian has worked as a transcriber for several large scale artists including Mike Dawes (348,000 subs) Josephine Alexandra (1.8 Million subs) and Guus Music (330,000 subs).
Adrian takes direct influence from artists such as Antoine Dufour, Andy McKee, Mike Dawes, Hiromi Uehara and Chon.
After recording at Studio301, Adrian has released several of his own fingerstyle compositions with two featured on the Candyrat Records channel (758K subs). 'Andam' and 'Seafarer' are his latest fingerstyle releases, shot in the national forests and sea cliffs of the Northern Illawarra.
