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Open for 2015 – Monday Jan 19th
The first lessons for 2015 commence on Monday January 19th. We can’t wait to see everyone for a new year of exciting music lessons. We have new teachers starting with us this year. We welcome: Dash McIvor – Guitar, Bass, Banjo, Mandolin and Ukulele. Jessica Bull – Piano, Violin, Vocals. Nick Hughes – Drums. We are […]
Who is Paul McCartney?
Paul McCartney’s recent collaboration with Kayne West has introduced him to a new generation of music fans. Here is a rundown of McCartney’ career prior to this song. If you are interested in learning more about this great musician contact us via the form to the right of this article or call Rhys on the […]
10 Ace Frehley guitar solos you must learn
I started confidently using the pentatonic scale to create great rock solos after learning many of the great guitar solos played by Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist in the rock band KISS. The solos were not overly technical. They have a great sense of melody and rhythm. In other words, they are DAMN catchy! […]
Discovering KISS – Part 1
Welcome to the first part of the Eastern Suburbs School of Music review of the KISS studio discography. The band celebrated 40 years in the business in 2014 and still tour the world regularly. There have been many different line ups and phases during this time. In part one of this analysis we will focus […]
Discovering The Beatles
In this article we will examine the studio discography of the greatest band in popular music. The Beatles did it all first, invented recording techniques, developed the role of band members in a rock music setting and wrote the greatest songs of the 20th century. The ESSM teachers have also selected highlights for your instrument with […]
ANZCA Exam Results
Congratulations to our 12 students that took part in the ANZCA guitar and bass exams. All students achieved amazing results, with no students scoring under 90 out of 100. This means all students at least achieved an Honours grade. ESSM also had our largest number of students gaining a First Class Honours grading, meaning scores […]
Playing Power Chords
Always wanted to get started playing guitar? Not sure what to learn first? Try power chords!!! Power chords are physically the easiest chord to play on a guitar. It only requires the use of two fingers played on the lower strings of the guitar. These chords are used in rock, hard rock, punk and heavy metal. […]
BAND WORKSHOP PERFORMANCES
Band workshops are held every Sunday where students get to experience what it takes to play in a real life rock band. ESSM has provided entertainment for local events such school fetes and moonlight cinema. More information can be found here if you are interested in getting involved and living your rock star dreams. Here […]