ANZCA Guitar Exam Results 2016
Congratulations to all Eastern Suburbs School of Music students on their excellent results in the 2016 ANZCA Guitar and Ukulele exams. On Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th of November over 20 very nervous students sat the exams. The hard work and extra practice hours by students over the last month certainly paid off. Once again […]
Alternate Tuning for Guitar
The Guitar has a standard tuning that allows the player to comfortably shape chords. This is not the only way a tune the instrument. Much music has been created in alternate tunings. Any time you change the tuning of one string of the guitar you are playing in alternate tuning. The Standard Tuning of a Guitar from lowest […]
Musical Genius M.I.A.
Here are some musicians that have walked away from the public stage. They have all created great music moments. Some were crushed by the nature of the business. Others simply got lost in time. Here are some musical genius that we would like to see take to the stage again. Emitt Rhodes – Genius With […]
The Wind Cries Mary – VCE Music Performance Solo Guitar
Jimi Hendrix changed the way rock guitar was played. His innovative approach to rhythm playing is highlighted in The Wind Cries Mary. This song comes from the album Are You Experienced? this album changed the way rock guitar was played forever. The Wind Cries Mary was one of the few ballads on this album. The […]
Drum Kit Explained
Ever wanted to play drums? We give you the heads up on the parts that make up the drum kit. Drums are a great physical work out. All four limbs are used to create the back bone of any rock band. ESSM owner Rhys Lett explains here what you need to know about the drum kit. […]
ESSM Unplugged – October 15th @ Sooki Lounge
Eastern Suburbs School of Music presented ESSM Unplugged. This night featured our rock band workshop students performing in an acoustic event at the Sooki Lounge, 1648 Burwood Hwy, Belgrave. Students performing range in age from 10 to 20. Five bands and special duo/solo performed through the night. The event was wonderfully supported by the ESSM community. Videos […]
Discovering Bon Jovi
Bon Jovi were the kings of the 1980s pop metal scene. They sustained a career long after bands of the era faded from popularity. Bon Jovi were one of the bands that inspired me to want to play music. The songs inspired me to learn the riffs and solos. I also learned how to sing harmony […]
Lesson Terms and Conditions
Please be aware of the following for lessons held at the Eastern Suburbs School of Music. For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions use the contact form at the right of the page or contacting ESSM owner Rhys Lett on 0421 705 150. Lessons – Terms and Conditions all lessons are held on premises at our Boronia and […]