our TEACHERS
Why choose us?
- We provide students with a comprehensive music education.
- Our aim is to always provide an enjoyable, motivating and healthy way of learning music.
- We make it a priority to get to know students on a personal level, and to become familiar with students' musical needs and goals in order to achieve them.
- Our teachers studied music performance at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music (University of Melbourne), and have taught extensively in primary and secondary schools across Melbourne.
- During the year, our school hosts performance opportunities for all students to gain confidence, performing experience and stage presence. Amongst these, our students participate in student recitals, annual Christmas concert, AMEB and ANZCA exams and eisteddfods.
Deniz Kaplan - Guitar
Hello! My name is Deniz, and I have been playing and teaching guitar for many years! I absolutely LOVE my instrument and I am passionate about sharing its beauty and fascinating story with everyone! Whether you're a beginner or an advanced student needing guidance, let's explore the joy of playing guitar together!
In addition to teaching at Schubert School of Music, I teach classical and contemporary guitar, and electric bass in primary and secondary schools across Melbourne including St Joseph's Malvern, Maribyrnong College and St Aloysius College amongst others. Apart from teaching, I have experience as an adjudicator at guitar competitions at eisteddfods, including Ringwood Eisteddfod and Boroondara Eisteddfod, and I am the current president of the Classical Guitar Society of Victoria (cgsv.org).
I am a strong believer that music education and the opportunity to learn and play a musical instrument should be accessible to everyone, no matter their background or age.
Dane Douglas - Piano
Hi there! My name is Dane, and I am a classically trained pianist passionate about sharing all genres of music with people of all ages and abilities.
I have extensive experience preparing students for AMEB and VCE examinations but do not focus my teaching methodology solely on exam preparation. Instead, I believe learning music in a holistic way fosters skills and processes which allow students to develop into well-rounded musicians and individuals!
In addition to teaching at Schubert School of Music, I also work as a Pianist and Accompanist at Mercy College Coburg, and Brighton Grammar School. I look forward to sharing a musical adventure with you soon!