About guitar and ukulele lessons with me
My guitar and ukulele lessons focus on healthy technique, musical flexibility, and creative independence. They’re well suited to students who want to accompany themselves as singers, explore songwriting and improvisation, or build stronger foundations in rhythm, harmony and musicianship.
We can also explore ear training, music theory, and creative projects — always tailored to your goals, and paced to support long-term progress and enjoyment.
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What you can study
Lessons are flexible and student-led, with no fixed method books — just music that feels meaningful to you. You can bring in songs you love, or even your own original music.
We’ll work toward your own goals and interests, and I will provide professional worksheets, handouts, and homework tasks, plus helpful recommendations for books and apps.
Guitar and ukulele lessons can also be combined with singing lessons, whether you want to accompany yourself, work on vocal technique, or develop as a songwriter.
You can focus on any combination of these skills to suit your goals:
Instrumental technique and accompaniment
Chord accompaniment, including barre and jazz chords
Fingerpicking and strumming
Playing and singing at the same time
Accompanying other singers or instrumentalists
Developing rhythmic accuracy and groove in various accompaniment styles
Musicianship and theory
Ear training and learning by ear
Reading notated music, lead sheets, and tablature
Practical music theory for singer-songwriters
Advanced music theory and jazz harmony
Improvisation and soloing
Optional: combine with singing lessons
Songwriting, composition and creativity
Lyric writing, songwriting, and composition
Arranging music for solo or band performances
Recording and producing music at home
Artistic development and creative coaching
Performance skills
Leading your own band or ensemble
Playing with others in a group or duo setting
Performance preparation
Relaxation and overcoming performance anxiety
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Who guitar and ukulele lessons are for
Children (8 and up) · Teens · Adults
Beginner to advanced levels
I work with a wide range of students, from complete beginners to experienced musicians looking to branch into new areas. Some come with specific goals, while others are exploring their creativity or returning to music after a break. Lessons are always shaped around your needs and interests.
You might be:
A singer-songwriter wanting to improve your accompaniment skills, explore new harmonic ideas, or develop your own original songs.
A self-taught player ready to deepen your technique, fill gaps in your theory knowledge, or explore jazz harmony and improvisation.
A classically trained musician looking to expand into folk, pop or jazz styles — with or without vocals.
A child or teenager who wants to sing and play their favourite songs.
A total beginner wanting to build confidence playing (and maybe singing too).
A ukulele club member who wants extra support to keep up with more experienced players.
A Masters of Music Therapy applicant preparing for audition requirements on guitar.
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Lesson options and pricing
I offer in-person guitar and ukulele lessons in Vermont and Bentleigh (Melbourne's eastern and southern suburbs), as well as online guitar and ukulele lessons via Zoom for students across Australia and internationally.
You can choose between ongoing weekly lessons or single 90-minute masterclasses.
Weekly lessons
suitable for all levels
Ages 8–12: $75 AUD (€50 / £42 / $55 USD) / 45 minutes
Ages 13+: $90 AUD (€58 / £50 / $66 USD) / 60 minutes
Lessons are prepaid every 10 weeks or at the beginning of the school term. Casual lessons are also available at a different rate — see the weekly lessons page for details.
Weekly lessons are one-on-one, ongoing lessons for students who want steady support and structured progress in their music learning. They give us the chance to build trust, explore your goals at a sustainable pace, and develop your skills over time.
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Masterclasses
Suitable for intermediate to advanced students
$165 AUD (€105 / £90 / $110 USD) / 90 minutes
Masterclasses are one-on-one, intensive sessions for musicians who don’t need weekly lessons but want focused, expert guidance on a specific challenge or area they’re keen to explore.
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About me
University qualified with over 10 years of experience teaching, performing, and recording
“Erica cleverly challenges me with new styles and techniques and the more I learn the more excited I am about what else there is to learn. I am hooked on guitar and so grateful to have a wonderfully talented teacher.”
“My daughter has developed so much musically under Erica’s guidance, it’s lovely to see. Lessons with Erica are one activity my daughter is always keen to do, even though she’s now an unpredictable teenager!”
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If you’re interested in guitar or ukulele lessons, please get in touch — I’d love to hear what you’re working on or hoping to explore, and I’ll get back to you with current availability and next steps.