THE ROCKSTAR TEAM

Hannah is a professional musician performing all over Sydney region every weekend. She has played music for as long as she remembers, starting violin when she was 3 years of age, and was first hired as a wedding singer at age 14. 

Hannah was heavily involved with her classical studies throughout high school, completing her final AMEB exam at age 15, and becoming the first chair (violin) in the orchestra at Newtown Performing Arts in her final year. 

Following high school Hannah delved into the Sydney pub rock scene, gigging around Sydney, singing, playing violin, guitar and performed with various seasoned rockstars. This led to Hannah studying contemporary music, majoring in vocals, at AIM. 

As a teacher Hannah aims, first and foremost, to help students find their own voice as a musician and also offer her own knowledge, expertise and experience of performing. 

In Hannah’s own musical journey, she’s had a strong emphasis on the rewards that come from dedication and regular practice which she hopes to imbue this in her students, whether they be very serious players or those looking to have music in their lives just for fun! Hannah strives to offer her students the same patience, kindness and encouragement that her own teachers gave her. 

Hannah is also Rockstar's Education Coordinator and assists with coordinating enrolments, student schedules and various Rockstar  programs. 

Oscar is a multi-instrumentalist and composer, specialising in bass, guitar and composition. With almost 2 decades of experience writing original music, his greatest passion is helping others turn their musical ideas into full original songs and band arrangements, and then helping them bring it all to the stage.

A graduate of UTS, he is also experienced in studio & live audio production and DJing. He has had original compositions featured on FBi 94.5FM, as well as in Tropfest and art exhibitions, and played numerous venues around Sydney.

Oscar is also Rockstar's operation manager, assisting with maintaining a functional and positive environment for staff and students. 

Harry has been performing and recording with various bands and artists since the age of 14. Over the years, he has toured globally, sharing stages with acclaimed musicians such as Julia Jacklin, Annie Hamilton, and Jade Bird. These tours have taken him to renowned stages at festivals such as Glastonbury, Roskilde, and Splendour in the Grass. 

In addition to his hands-on experience, Harry has studied a Bachelor of Music from UNSW and is currently pursuing a Bachelor in Primary Education at ACU. Drawing on his comprehensive background in both music and education, Harry is uniquely positioned to provide a dynamic learning experience. His understanding of children's development, coupled with a passion for fostering creativity, ensures that his music lessons are not only educational but also create a safe and enjoyable environment for students.

Grace is currently in her final year of a Bachelor of Music at The Sydney Conservatorium of Music under the Tutelage of Anke Höppner. She is a proud recipient of the Peter Davidson scholarship and the Alan Hyland scholarship.

Grace started singing musical theatre in high school and taught herself piano in the process of learning music. Translating this to her teaching process; Grace values the importance of having an instrument to accompany singers not just in performance, but throughout the learning experience of singing and musical literacy. Grace has extensive experience in all genres including jazz, rock, musical theatre and opera. After becoming a finalist in the regional Opera Australia scholarships and receiving an encore nomination for HSC music, Grace commenced her degree. 

Grace believes that she would not be where she is today, working with opera companies in Sydney and composers like Deborah Cheetham, without the support and wisdom from her own teachers. Grace values creating a positive learning environment that encourages a holistic way of learning; individualised lesson structures that take into account each child's strengths and extra needs. She uses classical technique that is able to apply to any genre of music to support healthy and vibrant singing throughout all stages of life. 

Grace enjoys building strong relationships with students so they feel safe, relaxed and curious in order for learning and practice to feel like a fun activity they look forward to.  

Maxwell is one of Rockstar’s talented young teachers offering lessons in drum kit, guitar, bass and ukulele. He is fun, gentle and a secret nerd. His teaching style includes small nuggets of music theory from the very first lesson and many silly “Dad-jokes”. 

As a teacher he is psychologically informed and interested in writers such as Carol Dweck, Angela Duckworth and Daniel Lieberman. He believes that a music lesson should be a fun challenge that leaves you inspired to learn and create. 

Malaika is a Tanzanian/Australian singer, songwriter, guitarist, and event producer based on Gadigal Land (Sydney), teaching guitar and vocals at Rockstar School of Music. With a unique teaching style that blends their rich cultural background and professional music experience, they focus on creating a personalized learning journey for each student.

 Malaika believes that music should be accessible to everyone and felt deeply in the body. They emphasize a joyful, inclusive approach to music education, free from the gatekeeping often associated with classical notation and rigid teaching methods. Instead, Malaika encourages students, to explore their musicality through intuitive and hands-on learning. 

Malaika's lessons are grounded in practical techniques, like reading tablature, chord charts repetition and muscle memory, but also explore more advanced skills such as intricate picking patterns and songwriting By focusing on each student's personal goals and fostering a nurturing environment, Malaika helps students connect with their instruments and voices, making music a joyful and empowering experience.